On Wednesday, September 25, I received a robo-call from the school district. They were canceling classes for Thursday and Friday due to the heavy rain expected from Hurricane Helene. Local authorities warned that all roads were closed until further notice. My family had stocked up on groceries, and with the possibility of power outages, we prepped as we always do…
MomCo communicates to moms the importance of meeting their own needs. Motherhood introduces new and unique needs. The moment a mom brings a baby into the world, she’s overwhelmed with new needs – her own new physical and emotional needs, and the more urgent ones of the precious life she’s just ushered into the world. These demands, and the weight…
A new year is here, and with it comes fresh opportunities to dream big and focus on the work ahead. For churches, January is an ideal time to set goals that align with your mission and inspire your congregation. Whether you’re looking to deepen discipleship, increase attendance, or expand outreach, purposeful planning will set the tone for the year. 5…
In a dimly lit hospital room in April 2008, I cradled my newborn daughter, my heart simultaneously full of love and uncertainty. Like many Christian mothers, I wrestled with a profound question: How will I nurture my child’s faith in an increasingly complex world? Recent research from the Barna Group reveals a startling truth that should capture every church leader’s…
This Christmas, forget about partridges and pear trees—what you really need are tools to lighten your load and help your ministry thrive! MomCo is here to deliver 12 days of gifts that will leave you singing, “Fa-la-la-la-awesome!” Each of these resources is designed to support you, your volunteers, and the moms in your church, bringing hope, connection, and a fresh…
Summer can be a season of spiritual drift for many families. The routines of the school year vanish, replaced by vacations, camps and a seemingly endless array of activities. But what if summer could be a time for your church to thrive, a season where connections deepen and faith flourishes? Here are 12 dynamic ways to engage families in your…
By Jeannie Blackmer When Kate, an unbeliever and single mother of one young son, was invited to a MomCo meeting, her first thought was, Me? In a room full of Christian moms? That’s the last place I want to be. A judge fest, no thanks. Yet, the invitation tugged on her heart. She was curious and lonely. She ended up…
An Innovative Approach to Church Growth and Evangelism As the Christian community continues to evolve, pastors and church leaders face new challenges to reach and engage with a new audience. For pastors and church leaders, the inability to reach young families is a significant pain point. With many parents raising their children in a non-religious household, the church has struggled…
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