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Gathering: Life in Ministry

The next ElderLife Gathering is fast approaching, and your ElderLife Group Leader will soon be in touch with you to organize a meeting of the Elder team to discuss the lessons that God has taught you concerning your life with family. The aim of these gatherings is to tap into the wisdom and insights that […]

Local Church Polity

The Constitution of the C&MA is a foundational document that provides structure to the movement of people who have decided to partner together, in the name of Jesus, for the evangelization of the World. In this video, Pastor Clint gives an overview of The Alliance’s Constitution & Local Church Bylaws.  After watching the video, complete […]

READ: Humility

Purchase and read the book, Humility by Andrew Murray. as you read, about humility, pay special attention to your ministry as an elder, and how your humility will impact your leadership

READ: 1 Corinthians

Read the book of 1 Corinthians. While reading, pay special attention to the instructions given by Paul as to the proper functions of a local church.

Luke & Prayer

Did you know that Luke’s Gospel has the most prayer / praying occurrences out of the four gospels? As a medical Doctor and historian, Luke heavily emphasizes what happens to people when they encounter Jesus. But more than that, Luke records people as they encounter God in prayer. Over and over, you will see Luke […]

Art of Neighboring: Mildly Awkward Steps Toward Neighboring

You may have to take the walk of shame in order to experience breakthrough with your neighbors. After watching the video, use the Next Lesson button to advance in the session.

Activity: Hospitality

In this activity, you will apply the principles you have learned in the Art of Neighboring series.  If possible, invite one of your neighbors over (or out) for a meal.   If you don’t know them well, ask a bunch of questions, listen to their stories, and get to know them. At some point in […]

READ: The Art of Neighboring

For this lesson of ElderLife, read the book The Art of Neighboring by Dave Runyan and Jay Pathak. When you finish this lesson, use the Next Lesson button to advance to the video lessons associated with The Art of Neighboring book.

READ: The Acts of the Apostles

For this lesson, read the Book of Acts. As you read, pay special attention to the people that the good news transforms and the personal witness’s role.