Fellowship Prairies

Tattoos on the Heart

February 19, 2013

Tattoos on the Heart By Gregory Boyle       This is a deeply insightful book, describing through many examples the power of unconditional love.  Gregory Boyle served as a Jesuit Priest in one of the worst gang neighborhoods of Los Angeles for 25 years.  Although this is a compilation of stories and snapshots (and there are many) of individual gang members who have come to know the unconditional, restorative love of their Heavenly Father, this book is more about the amazing life lessons that God ...

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Indicators of Board Effectiveness – Leadership Seminar

September 14, 2012

Board effectiveness is key for a thriving ministry and an enjoyable director’s experience. How can you assess your board and help it become effective. John Pellowe will be addressing some key questions that help gauge board effectiveness. View the Leadership Seminar brochure here

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VIDEO: Operation Kick Start

November 29, 2010

Click on the image to the left to view the Kick Start video

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Total Church

February 19, 2013

Total Church By Tim Chester and Steve Timmis   This book is both biblical and radical.  It wrestles with what things are essential to the gospel and Christian community and what things are merely cultural, therefore optional or changeable.  The book is challenging, thought provoking and advocates for a church that is simpler and more effective than the program-laden, disconnected organizations we typically see and are.  Brent Carter, Fellowship Baptist Church, Fort McMurray, Alberta.

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VIDEO: Regional Update

November 29, 2010

Click on the image to the left to view the 2011 FEBCAST Regional Update

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The Apostle: A Life of Paul

February 19, 2013

The Apostle:  A Life of Paul By John Pollock   This book is a historical biography of the life of Paul that sticks pretty closely to what is known from the Bible and historical research.  I valued a fresh look at his life and teaching in the cultural context told in biographical form.  It gave me a true-life perspective on how his mission unfolded and a new appreciation for Paul. Dave Wiebe, Crossfield Baptist Church.

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