This Week in the BRN Family 09.04.25
BRN churches care for local families as school year begins; churches gather for meals and Bible studies; and we rejoice over baptisms - it's great week in the BRN Family!
Woven Women Good Reads: ‘Above All’ by Brennan Manning
Pastor Tom Knowles invites you to carve out some time, seek a sacred space, and be reminded of how deeply loved you are by indulging in Brennan Manning's refreshing novel "Above All," which provides theological insights into the popular Michael W. Smith praise song.
Woven Women: Lessons Jason taught me
Often the Lord gives us the most beautiful gifts wrapped in plain, unassuming paper. For Woven Women assistant Debbie Knowles, her gift was a homeless man named Jason and the numerous lessons that he quietly taught her.
Pulpit Supply resource now available
David Ludwig, director of discipleship and leadership development, shares about a new resource for churches who need pulpit supply and individuals who seek to preach. Learn more at brnunited.org/pulpit.
10 Questions to ask yourself if you’re a leader in a church that needs revitalization
Chuck Lawless, dean of doctoral studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, encourages pastors who are leading churches facing revitalization to evaluate their circumstances by considering 10 key questions.
#RenewPASJ Good Reads: ‘Old Paths, New Power: Awakening Your Church through Prayer’ by Daniel Henderson
In "Old Paths, New Power: Awakening Your Church through Prayer and the Ministry of the Word," author Daniel Henderson points readers to the ways God has worked in the past and continues to work today to show how God is faithful to renew His church.
#RenewPASJ Good Reads: ‘There’s Hope for Your Church’ by Gary L. McIntosh
In his book "There's Hope for Your Church: First Steps to Restoring Health and Growth," church health expert Gary L. McIntosh offers street-smart ideas and step-by-step instructions to bring about solid growth and renewed hope for pastors and churches facing decline.
Five ways for churches to thrive in 2025
After being prompted to pray for the churches and leaders in the Kentucky Baptist Convention (KBC), Harold Best, south region consultant for the KBC, suggests five steps to help your church thrive in 2025.
Arise-Breathe
About the Gathering: A time to let the Lord refresh you before the holidays Presenter: Mary Landis, BRN Women's Ministry Consultant Mary Landis has been the women’s ministry leader at Rolling Hills Church in Verona, Pennsylvania, for over 10 years…