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Investing in Others
The wind was chilly, the sky was overcast, and the nearly 100 Spanish-speaking men gathered at the cross early this fall to celebrate communion.
Your Lasting Impact
When Carlos, a self-proclaimed working meth addict, first met Pastor Lee no one could have foreseen the plans God had for him.
October 2019 Bulletin
Urban Church Planting
King October Prayer Letter
We had a few things that we were praying for us we transitioned to Indianapolis, new friends, and church to call home! We found a great church just a few miles from our house that we all enjoy and we are finding ways to connect and serve there.
Medlen October Prayer Letter
I hope each of you are doing great! As missionaries with World Impact, it is our privilege to empower urban leaders and partner with local churches to help reach our cities with the Gospel.
The Power of the Local Church
While relaxing in his recliner, a man receives an unexpected phone call. He can barely hear the person on the other end, as she is whispering.
Effective Urban Church Planting
Our mission statement is, “World Impact empowers urban leaders, and partners with local churches to reach their city with the Gospel.” To truly live into our mission statement, it is
Extending His Gift
As the school year came to an end and students prepared for camp, Tammy, a teacher and administrator at LACS, was working to find a way that Frankie could attend the camp that meant so much to him.
Blessed by Growth
My wife Sol and I recently went to Florida to visit family and so I could visit with two pastors who are implementing TUMI in their respective churches.
Raise the Bar of Discipleship
In the past three months, I have joined a house church called, Faith Fighters. It has been a joy, combined with some challenges in getting to know the wonderful folks that are part of this community.
From Gangs to Grace
By the age of 17 I was a full-blown active gang member already incarcerated with a life sentence. I spent nearly 27 years of my life in California’s state prisons.
What Happens Next?
The Center for the Study of Global Christianity estimates there are between 2.2-3.4 million pastoral leaders. Only 5% are trained for pastoral ministry.
Empowered Podcast
Empowered is our new podcast and video series! Each episode will feature different urban leaders, pastors, church planters and World Impact staff sharing what they have learned over their years in ministry.
True Understanding
Urban church planters truly are some of our personal heroes. They are men and women of faith, who follow Jesus into hard places to share His love with people who desperately need it.
Three Leaders
Recently we celebrated our seventh graduation of The Urban Ministry Institute of San Diego. What a celebration is was!