Encountering God
Being In Community
"There's no end to your power, Lord!" What's clear to me is that the young women and men of the Great Lakes Region ...connected with God's power through channels rooted in the liturgical, justice, charismatic and evangelical traditions. And, at the center, they found Jesus.
For more of this story: Treasures of the Traditions
We’ve always known that central to the value on relationships was reconciliation – isn’t that, after all, near and dear to the heart of the gospel? God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself. But if you’re in metro Detroit and thinking about reconciling relationships then sooner or later you’ve got to address one thing: racial reconciliation. Simply put, metro Detroit is plagued by racism. It is one of our metropolitan sins. So, the question is, would we live what we said we believed.
For more of this story: Racial Reconciliation
Since we’re members of body of Christ by virtue of “I am a Christian,” it follows that the church is a place we learn to love across political divide. Or it better be if it’s a real church and not just a Christian club.
For more of this story: Loving Across the Political Divide
The Vineyard Great Lakes Region includes over 100 churches relationally grouped by smaller geographic areas of 6-15 churches.
For more information: Vineyard Great Lakes Region
Connect with our 600+ Churches, find out about our Vineyard Community and discover helpful resources.
For more information : Vineyard USA
Serving Our Community & World
The following are some ways you can access loads of information and ideas about getting involved in serving our community and world.
Ethiopia Mission Partnership: learn more about Ethiopia and our mission partnership. If you are interested in being involved, please contact us.
Ideas for Simple Acts of Kindness: "Small Things Done with Great Love Are Changing the World" that's the power and impact of "showing God's love in practical ways.
Creation Care: Let's Tend the Garden: All of God’s creation is important to Him, down to the last sparrow and blade of grass. As Christians, we are called to leave the world a better place than we found it.
Central Detroit Christian Community Development: Through education, employment, and economic development, CCDC strives to instill hope , faith, and values while inspiring individuals within the community to become their very best.
