Bethel International

I’ve had a great time this past week ministering in New York and New Jersey. I just finished ministering at Bethel International, pastored by Byron and Rosa Straube in Newark, New Jersey. Byron started the church in 2001, not knowing what strategy he was going...

Evaluating Cell Ministry

by Mario Vega Others have mentioned the importance of setting goals in cell ministry. However, goals are not just statements of expected results. They are also a measuring parameter that turns out useful for evaluation. At Elim, in addition to setting goals each...

Doubling Up

By Rob Campbell www.cypresscreekchurch.com In Dave Browning’s book, Deliberate Simplicity, he writes about “doubling up.” Let me paraphrase his thoughts. As we venture into a new year, I believe Browning’s suggestion is timely. Dave writes, “An exercise that...

Culture and the Cell Church

by Mario Vega (filling in for Joel Comiskey who is ministering in New York). As a result of last week’s blog, Mike Mack asked about the main differences between the Salvadorian and American culture. I’d like to point out two important elements: First of...

Cell Group Definitions

Jeff Tunnell Recently I spent one-half of a day with a cell church pastor and his leaders for coaching and encouragement.  One part of our conversation was focused on having a good definition for their cell groups.  M. Scott Boren in “How Do We Get There From...