By Gary Petty The natural human reaction to conflict is fight-or-flight. These are normal reactions when we face physical threats, but we also respond with fight-or-flight behavior when confronted with non-physical conflict. We either fight to protect our perceived rights, our self-image, or our emotional security; or we run away so that we can avoid…
Please join us in welcoming Gordon Wallace and David Klett to our team! They will be volunteering their time and skills to assist CGN as data managers. Gordon and David will be helping with upkeep of the Congregation Map and Resource Center as well as other data projects. They are excited to help build community…
By Carmine Russo The truth is a stubborn thing. It is true whether we believe it or not. It resists consensus; it is not impressed or intimidated by office, rank, or power; it is impervious to feelings. Agreement with others may comfort us, but it has no impact on what is true. It doesn’t matter…
It is hard to believe that today is Church of God Network’s 2 year anniversary! There have been a lot of developments in our second year and we could not have done it without the support and encouragement from brethren around the world and across the Church of God. This past year, we were truly…
Join us in welcoming Chantelle West and Tim Reynolds to our Board of Directors! Both are wonderful people who are passionate about their personal conversions and are excited to work to build community within the Church of God. They bring diverse skillsets and unique perspectives to Church of God Network and we are thrilled to…
On August 29th, I had the pleasure of giving the keynote address (via Zoom) for the Unity of the Spirit and Fellowship Conference. My message, entitled “People of Action”, covered what scripture says about unity within the Church of God as well as what God expects of us when it comes to addressing the issues…
Today marks Church of God Network’s one year anniversary! Over the last year, we have been so encouraged by all of our conversations with brethren and Church leaders regarding building community within the Church of God. There is clearly an appetite to start taking positive, tangible steps to move the needle on this front. With…
Fellowship with brethren is foundational to the Christian walk. Our relationships with others in the Church of God give our lives meaning, help us grow spiritually, allow us the opportunity to serve one another, and provide us with new perspectives. Not to mention, it is commanded! But with the Church of God so divided and…
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!”
—Psalm 133:1