Our Year In Simple Church (Part 5) By Karla Duerson
Karla Duerson shares her reflections on the past year with the Lexington Skate Church–a “simple church” for the skate community in Lexington, KY.
Karla Duerson shares her reflections on the past year with the Lexington Skate Church–a “simple church” for the skate community in Lexington, KY.
For many of us who started simple church here in Central Kentucky, the idea of a “word” for the year is familiar; asking God to place a word on our heart that He wants to serve as a theme for the coming year. Many people have had interesting stories of how God has spoken to them through this practical exercise over the years. This morning as I was meeting with a friend, I believe that God showed me my word for 2014–Direct. This word flows into everything that He seems to be saying to me presently about simple church and… Read More »“Direction” for 2014
I first met Pete in 2008 because of work. For the first few years, we became friends from a distance. Our offices sat parallel, but nothing else in our life was…so I thought. At the time, my wife and I did not have kids, but we wanted them. Pete was single and living the life of a bachelor. Occasionally on Monday mornings, we would laugh about what we did that weekend. For the most part, the stories could not be more different. I was happily married. Pete was happily not married. The very next year, my wife and I had… Read More »My Friend Pete (Guest Blog By Tobin Jenkins)
Below is a map of simple churches and simple church startups that we have a connection with and who have a desire to be listed here. I’ve tried to include a brief description of each and their contact information. Since the date, time, and location of simple church gatherings can vary from week to week (flexibility is one of the blessings of simple church!), you will want to contact the leaders prior to visiting. You may need to zoom in or out on the map to see all the simple churches. Click on the icon to find out more information… Read More »Find a Simple Church
By Nate Smith Church has always been a part of my life. I have a ton of relatives that are ordained and it goes back generations. Personally, I have found the aspect of going to church very frustrating. I am a bit of a nomad. I have moved every year for the past 4-5 years. I have made good friends in the places I have lived, however, church has been… disappointing. First, I am not a morning person. Maybe, I should be excited to go to church at 10 am and awkwardly greet the person in the pew next to… Read More »Guest Blog: A Transition To Simple Church
Welcome! The short videos below will give you a brief explanation of what “simple church” is really all about. Please visit the blog as well for many more video resources and articles about simple church and the Simple Church Alliance. We hope what you find here challenges and encourages you in your faith! Simple Church Illustrated Simple Church Leadership On-Board – Lexington Skate Church Profile (A short feature on the Lexington Skate Church–A simple church at the skate park!) On Board from Julia Chin on Vimeo. Other Recommended Videos Tidal Wave (A very thorough introduction to simple church) Tidal… Read More »Introduction
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