https://cofchrist.org Community of Christ articles Community of Christ articles Community of Christ no Community of Christ jkillpack@cofchrist.org ℗ & © 2026 Community of Christ Ekklesia 360 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:17 +0000 720 https://cofchrist.org/article/a-trail-with-a-mission Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:01 +0000 By Rick Bunch, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA A congregation in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, recently completed a project in which it had a missional role: an all-access trail in Lory State Park on the community’s outskirts. Because of the park’s... https://cofchrist.org/article/if-you-cook-it-they-will-come Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:02 +0000 By James Ash, Human Rights Team lead Just after the Christmas holidays, I visited with Don and Glenda Millard and their son, Todd Millard, who attend the St. Thomas Congregation in southern Ontario, Canada. It was a free-flowing group conversation... https://cofchrist.org/article/wild-church Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:03 +0000 In the fall of 2025, Joelle Wight, Elray Henrickson, and I facilitated a Wild Church weekend retreat. A dozen folks from six nations, some new to Community of Christ, gathered near Lillehammer, Norway. We engaged in creation-based spiritual practices... Karin F. Peter Karin F. Peter https://cofchrist.org/article/messy-peace-takes-root-in-chaos Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:02 +0000 By Christie Skoorsmith Seattle, Washington, USA  Peace, for me, is not stillness that passes understanding or a meditative moment—not usually, anyway. As a full-time working mom of three teenagers, I find peace is much messier than that.  My house... https://cofchrist.org/article/alleluia Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:00:03 +0000 By Jane GardnerFormation Ministries Team Alleluia! This expression of praise has evolved throughout centuries of liturgy. It is a Latin form of Hallelujah—an acclamation that joins “Hallelu” (to praise) with the first syllable of the Hebrew name for... https://cofchrist.org/article/new-experiences-perspectives Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:56:14 +0000 Youth and staff from the Community of Christ Sierra Pacific USA Mission Center in California, USA, traveled 19 September–5 October 2025, to Australia for an Intercultural Youth Bridging Trip. Laura Bolton, mission center youth minister, said it was an... https://cofchrist.org/article/listen-serve-fill-the-gap Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:24:18 +0000 By Jim Ash Human Rights Team lead  I opened the door to what looked to be a typical Sunday-school classroom, expecting to see a bulletin board with pictures depicting Bible stories and a table surrounded by small chairs.  Instead, the room was... https://cofchrist.org/article/language-of-generosity Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:03 +0000 By Michele McGrath Long Beach, California USA Some days, the news of one daily crisis after another seems to weigh too heavily on my heart. Environmental degradation is causing floods, earthquakes, droughts, and wildfires. Refugee families running... https://cofchrist.org/article/we-sing-of-new-beginnings Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:00:03 +0000 By Jane M. Gardner Formation Ministries team On January 6, we entered the season of Epiphany, which will last until Ash Wednesday. Our scriptures and worship services center on the idea that the Light comes among us. Epiphany also can be translated... https://cofchrist.org/article/you-can-start-by-saying-yes Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:27:11 +0000 By Tucker Paulk Youth leader, Escatawpa, Mississippi, USA  Hey everyone, my name is Tucker Paulk. I’m nineteen years old, and I serve as a youth leader and priest at my Community of Christ congregation in Escatawpa, Mississippi. I’ve been blessed to... https://cofchrist.org/article/we-go-where-god-calls-us Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:57:32 +0000 By Jim Ash Human Rights Team lead  When I heard from the leadership of the Pacific Southwest International Mission Center about what was happening in the El Sauzal Congregation in Mexico, I knew the story needed to be shared across the church.  So I... https://cofchrist.org/article/winter-wear-for-those-in-need Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:03 +0000 By the Chilliwack Congregation Specialized winter clothes for those in need have been created by the Chilliwack Congregation’s Craft Night Crew in British Columbia, Canada, for several years. Generally, Canadians call these hats toques. Americans... https://cofchrist.org/article/retreat-sparks-new-life-in-community-of-christ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:02 +0000 By Elias Wilson Community development specialist, invitation support minister Central USA Mission Center  Something is stirring among the rising generation of disciples in Community of Christ. In March, Central USA Mission Center hosted its largest... https://cofchrist.org/article/like-a-child Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:03 +0000 By Jane M. Gardner Formation Ministries  My first recollection of Dan Damon, creator of “like a child,” Community of Christ Sings 403, was at a Hymn Society annual conference. He was accompanying the group on the piano and to my surprise seamlessly... https://cofchrist.org/article/tunnel-hill-congregation-celebrates-150-years Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:00:02 +0000 By Dixie Terry Tunnel Hill, Illinois, USA  Stassi Cramm, Community of Christ prophet-president, spoke to the Tunnel Hill Congregation in Illinois, USA, as part of its 150th-anniversary celebration August 10.  Before a full house, she spoke on... https://cofchrist.org/article/hope-is-here-spirit-filled-weekend Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:00:03 +0000 By Patrick M. Chunda youth minister for Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa Mission Center In the heart of Kashiba, Luapula, Zambia, a powerful spirit of unity and renewal arose among 200 young people who gathered for a three-day event centered on... https://cofchrist.org/article/discovery Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:00:02 +0000 By Andrew Fox British Isles Mission Centre president Primitive Camp, an event for older British Isles youth, had taken place for more than fifty years. But over time Primitive Camp had become less and less “primitive,” until, in 2023, it was decided... https://cofchrist.org/article/extravaganza Tue, 30 Sep 2025 05:00:03 +0000 By Ethan MitchellCrestview, Florida, USA Through the journey of Community of Christ, we see the Spirit ablaze across each generation. Our challenge is not wielding it brutishly but listening to its gentleness. We teach the future generations about... https://cofchrist.org/article/in-this-moment-a-reflection-of-my-first-visit-to-world-conference Tue, 16 Sep 2025 19:50:22 +0000 By Bill AshwellCambridge, Ontario, Canada Nothing in my life has ever matched the awe and spiritual depth I experienced at 2025 World Conference. The moment it was announced in January 2024, I knew I had to be there. When a unique opportunity opened... https://cofchrist.org/article/2025-world-conference Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:00:02 +0000 2025 World Conference, held 30 May–6 June in Independence, Missouri, USA, was a sacred, joy-filled gathering focused on community, worship, and discernment. Guided by the theme “Hope Is Here,” it brought together voices from around the world in a... https://cofchrist.org/article/singing-justice-and-joy Tue, 05 Aug 2025 20:39:41 +0000 Since the introduction of Community of Christ Sings in 2013, “For Everyone Born,” has been embraced by local and international gatherings throughout the church. Feedback has included how much the text resonates with the Enduring Principles and how... Jane Gardner Jane Gardner https://cofchrist.org/article/hope-is-here Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:46:05 +0000 By Jamie Varvaro Evangelist  I must say, I loved our World Conference theme! “Hope is Here” was explored and experienced as members and friends gathered May 30–June 6 in Independence, Missouri, USA.  As I considered this theme, I thought about the... https://cofchrist.org/article/they-will-know-we-are-christians-by-our-love Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:00:02 +0000 By Becky Savage Pharr, Texas, USA The instruction to love one another is the primary commandment in the Gospel of John. The writer heightens the importance of the command by placing it at the end of Jesus’ ministry. Jesus embodied God’s love... https://cofchrist.org/article/empowering-church-leaders Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:00:02 +0000 Transformative training in Chingola, Zambia  From 2–14 February, church leaders and financial officers gathered in Chingola, Zambia, for a dynamic leadership training focused on financial management, bookkeeping, and church history.  Equipping... Catherine C. Mambwe Catherine C. Mambwe https://cofchrist.org/article/tiona-chapel-dedication Tue, 27 May 2025 05:00:02 +0000 From the Australia Mission Centre The dedication of the recently constructed Tiona Chapel, a significant milestone, was celebrated 30 December near Booti Booti National Park in New South Wales, Australia. The theme, “Many Paths We Have Walked, Many... https://cofchrist.org/article/our-king-our-companion-our-all Tue, 13 May 2025 05:00:03 +0000 By Jane M. Gardner, presiding evangelist, andRichard Clothier, Lamoni, Iowa, USA In recent memory, during the opening weekend of the World Conferences, the hymn, “Redeemer of Israel,” has been sung with fervor and enthusiasm. We turn to Richard... https://cofchrist.org/article/three-sisters-show-the-way Tue, 29 Apr 2025 21:50:24 +0000 Congregation builds deep connection with Congolese refugees Corn. Beans. Squash. Let’s take a moment to reflect on these three remarkable crops. In ancient agricultural traditions, especially among Native American tribes, these three crops are... Joey S. Williams Joey S. Williams