Atlantic Connexion

Countless prayers were offered over the past week as the horrific news of Wednesday’s Lewiston mass shooting spread across the Atlantic region. Thanks to those of you who reached out to those in our churches in Maine to encourage them. CLICK HERE for an opportunity to spend 30 seconds in prayer for those affected by this tragedy.

Tim Conrad (Woods Harbour) preached for the Unity Service in the spirit of John 17:21 at the Stone Church in Clark’s Harbour this weekend with the message that Jesus uses us together to prepare people to experience Him. In addition to two local Baptist congregations, this service also included West Head (Vince Robertson) as the 4th church. An offering was taken for the Centerville Food Bank at Centerville Baptist.

Congratulation to Shea Linton who will be joining the staff of John Lamos (Lighthouse) as Pastor of Next Gen Ministries beginning in January!

• John shared, “Shea has a deep hunger and desire to see God pour out His Spirit on the next generation here on Grand Manan. We are so excited and expectant in this season as a church!”

Churches around the Atlantic region are reclaiming this season for connection with the families of their communities.

• Amherst (Evan Oxner) counted 492 kids (approximately 1000 including adults) at the Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday afternoon. Evan shared, “We saw God open doors, build bridges and start conversations. We figure if the enemy wants to get everyone’s attention, we will capitalize on it, hijack it, and use it to glorify God. We are not content to allow the enemy to get any glory any day that the Lord has made.” Preacher’s kids really make the best Minions!

The Reach (Andy Phillips) joined the Jonesport Elementary School again this year for the annual Trunk N Treat. Andy shared, “There were over 160 kids that came through – what a great time to spend with our community (and the candy wasn’t bad either)!”

Begin the Christmas season at Heartland with a festive dinner prepared by Chef Hannah, along with entertainment from musical guests Rob & Marti Trafton. Book now while seats last – CLICK HERE to register!

Encounter is coming!

Register for $90! Sign up at kingswood.edu/encounter – Kingswood University can’t wait to see your teens on Campus for Encounter, November 3rd & 4th!

Excitement is building for the January launch of Kingswood Learn, a powerful online tool allowing anyone, anywhere, anytime to grow in their faith and ministry potential. Our District Ministerial in January will provide additional opportunity to engage on the ground level with these innovative leadership development tools to raise & release leaders by creating a customized certificate for the needs of your church family.

• This compelling and timely new resource is only one of the many ways Kingwood University exists to serve our church leaders. CLICK HERE for a full breakdown of all the ways you can engage in multiple levels of training for effective ministry in both lay and clergy roles.

Clean water touches every aspect of our lives. And access to nearby clean water changes the game for vulnerable communities! This Christmas we are celebrating “When the Clean Water Came…” and inviting your church to partner with World Hope to help see transformation happen around the world. We have put together resources for you to make this easy from videos, to talking points, to social media posts and more!

CLICK HERE for all you need to engage your local church in this vision!

The energy and excitement of fall momentum is palpable. These are the easiest days to slip into old habits… to our peril of both cause and soul. Tyler Stanton gives us a phenomenal reminder about the essential rhythms of Vine-abiding that come through an intentional Rule of Life.

• CLICK HERE and take a few minutes to watch as you recalibrate this priority in your ministry calling.
• CLICK HERE if you prefer a Summary PDF to read.

• CLICK HERE to download these resources to engage the core of your purpose in the Mary-Martha tension we all seek to manage.