Converge Rocky Mountain https://convergerockymountain.org Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000 hourly 1 3600 SnapPages.com Catalyst Church: February 2026 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/02/01/catalyst-church-february-2026 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/02/01/catalyst-church-february-2026

Catalyst's Story and Church Family

For 10 years we have been portable, setting up and tearing down every week in a charter school gymnasium. We really love Christmas, spring and summer breaks because the school lets us keep all our equipment set up!
Cañon City is a community of about 25,000 and up to 40,000 with other communities within a 15-mile radius. We are home to The Royal Gorge Bridge, which is one of our biggest tourism draws along with the best rafting in the state on the Arkansas River. We also have 2 big annual festivals in town that are a big draw from all over the state and even out of state:  the Music & Blossom Festival in early May and the Whitewater Festival in mid-July. At both of these events, Catalyst Church is invited every year by festival organizers to hold a church service during these festivals.
Like any smaller community, Canon City has a lot of small mainline neighborhood churches that have been around for a long time. When we planted in February of 2016, there had not been a new church plant in our community in over 25 years.

Pastor Ryan McBride

Ryan has served in full-time ministry for more than 20 years. 12 of those were as a Worship Pastor in various churches, and the last decade as the Planter/Lead Pastor of Catalyst Church. He studied ministry at Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri and later earned his ministry degree from the College of Theology at Grand Canyon University. Ryan and his wife, Elise, have been married since 2004 and are grateful parents to three amazing kids—Noah, Eli, and McKinley.

What does Catalyst Church do really well?

In only 10 years, Catalyst has grown deep roots into our community by hosting several large community outreach events throughout the year. In addition to Church @ Blossom and Church @ Whitewater mentioned above, we also do:
  • Labor of Love Sunday - In place of in-person services, everyone in the church goes out in small groups to serve in the community in some capacity on Labor Day weekend.
  • Hope For The Holidays - We partner with Toys For Tots and local food banks to turn our space into a large toy store where families with limited resources can come in a shop for Christmas Toys for their household as well as a food box with everything they will need to make their Christmas meal. This event serves over 600 families and 1,500 kids.
  • Night To Shine - A "prom night" event for our local special needs community.
  • Daddy Daughter Dance - A night to highlight the importance of healthy male influence in the lives of their daughters. This event is always at capacity, with over 850 dads and daughters.

How Are You Seeing God At Work?

After 10 years of setting up and tearing down every week as a portable church, we recently closed on 9 acres of prime real estate along Highway 50 here in town! The landowner loves our vision and heart for the community, so he discounted the price of the land by $90,000, which allowed us to pay cash for the land. We will begin a capital campaign in the coming months to raise the funds to break ground. We are so grateful for God’s timing and provision in this.

Please Pray With Us!

  1. Please pray as we enter into a capital campaign. God’s fingerprints of provision are all over the story of Catalyst Church since day one, and we are praying in faith that he will do it again!
  2. Please pray against mission drift. New land and the prospect of raising funds and building is exciting, but it can also be distracting from continuing to grow deep roots into our community and reflecting the hope of the gospel.
  3. Please pray that God brings and equips the right people to be on the building/campaign team. We want to create a group of people with all kinds of experience, gifting, knowledge and skillsets to lead the charge, so that those working in the ministry can maintain that focus.
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]]> Engaging with Prayer https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/engaging-with-prayer Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/engaging-with-prayer

A Guided Reflection on Psalm 23

Psalm 23 has comforted God’s people for generations. These familiar words remind us that prayer is not just something we say, but a place we enter. This psalm invites us to slow down, listen, and rest in the presence of the Good Shepherd.

“The Lord is my Shepherd…”

Begin by picturing the Lord drawing near to you. He knows your name. He invites you into His presence with care and gentleness. Be still for a moment and reflect on His unconditional love. In what ways has God shepherded your life? Take time to thank Him for His faithful guidance.

“I shall not be in want…”

Consider the places in your life where you feel empty or dissatisfied. Where have you been searching for fulfillment in things that cannot truly satisfy? Bring those areas honestly before the Lord. Invite Him to fill you and renew your soul with His Spirit. Reflect on how He has provided for you in the past and thank Him for His faithfulness.

“He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul…”

What has kept your life in constant motion? What worries, fears, or pressures are driving you forward without rest? Place those burdens into the hands of the Good Shepherd. Allow yourself to rest in His presence. Ask Him to restore your soul and bring peace to the places that feel worn and weary.

“He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake…”

Thank the Lord for being a trustworthy guide in your life. He leads with truth and love, shaping attitudes, choices, and desires that lead to a life that honors Him. Take a moment to confess areas where you have ignored His guidance or wandered off course. Receive His forgiveness and thank Him for His grace.

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me…”

What fears are you carrying today? Where are you walking through uncertainty or struggle? Slowly reflect on the promise that God is with you. How does His presence change the way you face your valley? Ask Him to lead you, protect you, and strengthen you as you walk forward.

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows…”

Praise God for His generosity and care. Reflect on specific ways He has blessed you recently, even in the midst of difficulty. Thank Him for the ways His love has sustained you.

“Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever…”

End your time by praising the Good Shepherd for His unending goodness. Reflect on the hope you have, both now and for eternity, of living in His presence. Share your gratitude, your hope, and your trust with Him.
Prayer is not about striving or performing. It is about resting, trusting, and allowing God to meet us where we are. Psalm 23 reminds us that wherever we find ourselves, we are never outside the care of our Shepherd.
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]]> Made for Community https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/made-for-community Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/made-for-community

Training, Not Trying

From the very beginning of Scripture, it is clear that human beings were never meant to live life alone. Before sin entered the world, before nations formed, before the church existed, God made a simple observation about humanity. “It is not good for the man to be alone” in Genesis 2:18. This statement comes in a perfect world, which means community is not just a solution to brokenness. It is part of God’s original design.

Christians are not simply individuals who believe the same truths. They are a people called together. Faith is personal, but it was never meant to be private. The life of a believer flourishes most when it is lived alongside others who are also pursuing Christ.

The Church Is a Body, Not a Crowd

The New Testament consistently describes the church as something living and interconnected. In 1 Corinthians 12:27 we read, “Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.” A body only works when its parts are connected. A hand separated from the body cannot function. In the same way, a Christian disconnected from community struggles to grow, serve, and remain spiritually healthy.

Community is not simply about attendance at a weekly service. It is about belonging, participation, and shared life. Sitting in a room with others is not the same as knowing and being known. The early church did not just gather occasionally. They built rhythms of life together.

The Early Church Lived Life Together

Acts 2 gives a clear picture of what Christian community looked like from the very beginning. “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer” in Acts 2:42. Devotion implies intention. Community did not happen accidentally. It was chosen and protected.

They learned together, ate together, prayed together, and supported one another. Faith was strengthened through shared experience. Needs were met because people knew each other well enough to see those needs. Joy multiplied because it was celebrated together.

Community Shapes Spiritual Growth

Growth rarely happens in isolation. Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Encouragement, accountability, and correction all require relationships. Other believers help us see blind spots, remind us of truth, and walk with us through seasons of doubt or struggle.

Community also provides a place for gifts to be used. Every Christian has something to contribute. Some lead, some serve, some listen, some teach. These gifts only come alive when there are people to receive them. A faith that stays isolated becomes stagnant, but a faith lived in community becomes active and fruitful.

Love Is Meant to Be Practiced Together

Jesus gave a defining command to His followers in John 13:35. “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” Love is visible when it is practiced among people. It is demonstrated through patience, forgiveness, generosity, and kindness. These qualities cannot grow in a vacuum. They require relationships.

Christian community is not always easy. Differences arise. Personalities clash. Expectations are tested. Yet these very challenges become opportunities for grace and growth. Community is where love moves from idea to action.

We Belong to One Another

Romans 12:5 reminds believers, “So in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” This is a profound truth. Christians are not merely attendees of the same church. They are connected by identity and purpose. Belonging means we celebrate victories together and carry burdens together.

God’s design for the Christian life has always been shared life. Isolation weakens faith, but community strengthens it. When believers gather, serve, pray, and walk through life side by side, they reflect the heart of Christ to one another and to the world.
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]]> Youth Ministry Consultants https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/youth-ministry-consultants Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/youth-ministry-consultants

Interested in Youth Consultants?

Investing in the next generation is one of the most important callings a church can embrace, and no leader should have to do it alone. That is why Converge Rocky Mountain partners with Youth Ministry Consultants (YMC)—an organization dedicated to helping churches effectively reach and disciple young people.

Youth Ministry Consultants exists to equip pastors, volunteers, parents, and church leaders with practical tools and training that make student ministry both sustainable and impactful. Through online resources, coaching relationships, certification programs, and strategic consulting, YMC helps churches build healthy youth and children’s ministries that are clear in purpose and strong in leadership.

Their focus is especially helpful for churches that may feel under-resourced or unsure where to start. Whether a ministry is launching for the first time or seeking renewed direction, YMC provides guidance that is relational, practical, and rooted in sharing Jesus with clarity and passion.

As a Converge Rocky Mountain partner, churches receive special pricing by using the code CRM25 when registering. This partnership exists to ensure that leaders are supported, volunteers are equipped, and students are given every opportunity to encounter Christ in meaningful ways.
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]]> Institute for Training in Ministry (iTIM) https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/institute-for-training-in-ministry-itim Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/institute-for-training-in-ministry-itim

Interested in Training?

The Institute for Training in Ministry (iTIM) is a church-based learning program designed to equip everyday believers for meaningful ministry. Rooted in Ephesians 4:12, iTIM exists to “prepare God’s people for the work of ministry and build up the body of Christ.” Its vision is simple: every local church can become a place where people are trained, empowered, and sent.

iTIM offers 18 workbook-style courses across five ministry tracks: Discipleship, Church Ministries, Church Leadership, Bible Teaching, and Pastoral Ministry. Each course blends strong biblical teaching with personal application and a hands-on practicum so learners can immediately put what they are learning into action.

What makes iTIM unique is its “head, heart, and hands” approach to growth. Participants gain solid content for the mind, life application for the heart, and real ministry involvement for the hands. It is not just information. It is formation.

Churches and individuals can begin with a free online iTIM seminar, a flexible two-hour introduction that can be completed in stages. After finishing the seminar, participants can access the full course library online at no cost, either individually or as a group.

iTIM is more than a curriculum. It is a practical pathway for churches to raise up confident, biblically grounded leaders who are ready to serve where God has placed them.
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]]> Spiritual Disciplines https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/spiritual-disciplines Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/spiritual-disciplines

Training Our Lives to Look Like Jesus

Dallas Willard writes, “True transformation is possible if we are willing to rearrange our lives around those activities that Jesus engaged in to remain in continual fellowship with His Father and to receive continual power from His Father.”

Spiritual disciplines are not the goal of the Christian life. Becoming like Christ is. Disciplines are simply the means God uses to shape us from the inside out. When people see our lives, the hope is not that they would say, “Wow, that person knows the Bible,” but rather, “That person reminds me of Jesus.”

To live as Jesus would live if He were in our place, we must train our lives around the practices that enabled Him to flourish. Below are several foundational spiritual disciplines that help form Christlike lives.

Solitude

Solitude creates space to be alone with God. Richard Foster describes it as the doorway into deeper communion with Him. In solitude, we step away from noise, demands, and expectations and linger in God’s presence.

It is there that our souls are nourished. It is there that we are reminded we are beloved, treasured, and rejoiced over by our Father. Transformation often happens best in quiet places where love is freely received.

Journaling

Journaling is a written record of our spiritual journey. It helps us slow down, process what God is doing, and notice patterns of growth, struggle, and grace. Writing can bring clarity to thoughts, prayers, and moments where God is at work in our lives.

Silence

Silence strips away distractions and exposes what is truly happening inside us. Dallas Willard notes that silence can be uncomfortable because it forces us to face ourselves honestly.
Yet silence also positions us to hear the voice that matters most. Turning off the constant noise of life allows us to rest in God’s presence and rediscover that we do not need noise to survive. We need Jesus.

Fasting

Fasting is the intentional abstaining from food or other comforts to heighten our dependence on God. It reveals how easily we rely on things other than Him for satisfaction and security.
Through fasting, God teaches us self-control and reminds us that He alone sustains us. As Jesus said, we do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from God.

Prayer

Prayer is far more than presenting requests or reciting familiar words. At its core, prayer is about relationship. It draws us into the heart of God and teaches us to live there.
Through Jesus, we have full access to the Father. Prayer becomes the key that opens the door to intimacy, friendship, wisdom, rest, and renewal. God invites us not into formality, but into closeness.

Bible Study

Paul writes in Romans 12:2 that we are transformed by the renewing of our minds. Lasting change happens as our thinking is reshaped by truth.
Immersing ourselves in Scripture renews our minds, aligns our hearts with God’s will, and helps us discern what is good, pleasing, and perfect. God’s Word forms us in ways nothing else can.
Spiritual disciplines are not about earning God’s love or proving spiritual maturity. God already loves us fully. Disciplines simply place us where His transforming power can work.

Becoming like Jesus will not happen by accident or by trying harder. It happens as we intentionally arrange our lives around practices that keep us connected to God.

Transformation is possible. And it begins when we choose a life of spiritual training.
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]]> Spiritual Formation https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/spiritual-formation Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/spiritual-formation

Training, Not Trying

The apostle Paul uses an athletic image to describe the Christian life:

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize… I do not run aimlessly… I discipline my body and keep it under control.”
— 1 Corinthians 9:24–27


In this passage, Paul highlights a crucial distinction when it comes to spiritual growth. There is a profound difference between trying to change and training to change.

Dallas Willard famously illustrated this difference by asking whether someone could walk into a gym and bench press 350 pounds. Most people cannot, no matter how hard they try. But with the right training over time, it becomes possible. The same is true in music, athletics, and every area of meaningful growth.

Spiritual transformation works the same way.

Trying Harder Isn’t the Path to Change

Many of us assume that becoming more Christlike simply requires more effort. Pray harder. Try harder. Be better. But Scripture and experience both tell us that lasting change does not come from willpower alone.

John Ortberg says it well:
“We tend to overestimate what we can do by trying.”

Real growth requires training, not just intention. Training reshapes habits, rhythms, and desires over time. It forms us from the inside out.

To be a disciple of Jesus means our goal is to live as Jesus would live if He were in our place. That kind of life does not happen accidentally. It happens when we intentionally arrange our lives around practices and relationships that make transformation possible.

What Are Spiritual Disciplines?

Dallas Willard wrote that true transformation is possible when we rearrange our lives around the activities Jesus Himself practiced in order to remain connected to the Father. Practices like prayer, Scripture, solitude, fasting, and worship were not religious obligations for Jesus. They were the means through which He lived in continual fellowship with God.

Over time, these practices have become known as spiritual disciplines.

John Ortberg offers helpful clarity by defining them this way:
  • A discipline is any activity that helps me do what I cannot currently do by direct effort.
  • A disciplined person is someone who can do the right thing, at the right time, in the right way, for the right reason.
  • A spiritual discipline is a practice that positions me to receive power from the Holy Spirit to live a transformed, God-honoring life.

What Spiritual Disciplines Are Not

Spiritual disciplines are not a way to measure how spiritual you are. They are not tools for comparison or bragging rights. The goal is not to impress God or others.

They are not about earning God’s love or gaining spiritual bonus points. God does not love you more because you practice disciplines, and He does not love you less when you struggle.

Max Lucado puts it simply:
“God loves you just the way you are. His love is not based on performance.”

Spiritual disciplines are also not reserved for pastors, monks, or especially spiritual people. They are meant for ordinary followers of Jesus who want to grow.

Choosing a Life of Training

The good news of the Gospel is that change is possible. We can become more like Jesus. That is God’s desire for every believer.

But it will not happen by simply trying harder.

Transformation happens when we choose to enter into a life of training. When we wisely and graciously shape our lives around the practices Jesus modeled. When we trust that God meets us in those rhythms and uses them to form us over time.

Spiritual formation is not about striving. It is about surrendering to the process God uses to make us whole.

And that journey begins when we stop trying and start training.
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]]> Simple Gospel Presentations https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/simple-gospel-presentations Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/simple-gospel-presentations

Simple Gospel Presentations

While your personal story is always the most powerful way to share your faith, it helps to have a few simple Gospel presentations ready. These tools give clear language and visual frameworks to explain what Christ has done for us and invite others to respond.

You don’t need to memorize a script. Think of these as guides that help you communicate the Good News with confidence, clarity, and love.

The Three Circles

The Three Circles is a simple visual way to explain the Gospel using everyday experiences.
It begins with Brokenness, the reality we all live in. Hurt, fear, addiction, broken relationships, and disappointment are common to every person. We try to escape brokenness through success, money, pleasure, or control, but it always circles back.

Next is God’s Design. Brokenness was never God’s original intention. He created the world and humanity in perfection, peace, and relationship with Him.

The reason we moved from God’s design into brokenness is sin. We have all rebelled against God and chosen our own way, and sin separates us from Him.

The answer is Jesus. God sent His Son to live a perfect life, die on the cross for our sin, and rise again in victory over death.

When we turn and believe, trusting Jesus as Savior and King, we are restored back into a relationship with God. Then God sends us back into a broken world to share that same hope with others.

A helpful closing question is simple and relational:
“Where do you see yourself right now?”

The Roman Road

The Roman Road uses three verses from the book of Romans to clearly explain salvation.

  • Romans 3:23 reminds us that everyone has sinned and fallen short of God’s standard.
  • Romans 6:23 explains that sin earns death, but God offers the gift of eternal life through Jesus.
  • Romans 10:13 promises that anyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.

This approach highlights both the seriousness of sin and the simplicity of grace. Salvation is not earned. It is received.

Do vs. Done

This presentation contrasts religion with the Gospel.

Religion is spelled DO. It is about trying harder, doing more, and hoping it will be enough. The problem is you never know where the finish line is.

Christianity is spelled DONE. What we could never do for ourselves, Jesus has already done. He lived perfectly, paid the penalty for sin, and offers forgiveness as a gift. Salvation is not about performance. It is about trusting in what Christ has already accomplished.

The Bridge

The Bridge illustrates the separation between us and God caused by sin. No matter how hard we try, we cannot cross the gap on our own. Our good deeds fall short.
Jesus becomes the bridge. Through His death and resurrection, He makes a way for us to be restored to God.
The invitation is simple:
“What would keep you from trusting Jesus and crossing the bridge?”
These presentations are not meant to replace relationships. They are meant to serve them. When shared with humility, gentleness, and respect, they help people clearly see the hope God offers through Jesus Christ.

Be ready. Be natural. And trust God to work through both your words and your life.
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]]> Sharing the Good News https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/sharing-the-good-news Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/sharing-the-good-news

Sharing the Good News

Those Who Need Him Most

If we want to make an eternal difference in people’s lives, we have to learn how to talk about spiritual truth in everyday language. Language that makes sense to people who don’t yet follow Jesus.

The apostle Paul makes this clear in Romans 10 when he reminds the church that people will not simply “figure out” the Good News on their own. Even if they are closely watching the life of a believer, it is not enough. Someone has to explain the Gospel to them.

Peter echoes this call in 1 Peter 3:15 when he writes,
“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”

Notice the posture. We are not called to force the truth on people or argue them into the Kingdom. We are called to speak with clarity, humility, and love.

There is a great deal of confusion and darkness in the world today. Many people do not recognize their true spiritual condition or their need for a Savior. Scripture tells us they have been blinded to the truth. Without Jesus, they are headed toward destruction. And God has chosen you and me to be lights in that darkness, not only through how we live, but through what we say.

Most nonbelievers do not need to be preached at. What they need is a credible friend, someone they trust, who is willing to sit down and say with gentleness and respect, “This is the difference Jesus has made in my life, and this is why He matters.”

So how do we do that well? Here are three simple and effective strategies.

Make Spiritual Transitions in Your Conversations

As you build genuine relationships with people who do not attend church, trust will grow. As that trust grows, real issues will begin to surface. These are often felt needs such as family struggles, fear, work stress, broken relationships, or wounds from the past.

Each of these moments becomes an opportunity to make a gentle spiritual transition.
For example, when talking with someone whose marriage is struggling, you might say, “We have had our own struggles too. You might think this sounds strange, but what has really helped us is our faith and the guidance we get from the Bible. Jesus has made a real difference for us.”

That one sentence opens the door. You are not forcing anything. You are simply pointing them to where you have found hope.

Spiritual transitions can also come through current events, cultural conversations, music, movies, natural beauty, or even the birth of a child. When the relationship is strong and the moment is right, these everyday experiences can become bridges to faith.

Tell Your Faith Story

If you are a believer, you have a story. And your story is one of the most powerful tools God has given you.

Jesus demonstrated this in John 9 when He healed a man who had been blind from birth. When questioned, the man did not debate theology. He simply said, “I was blind, but now I see.” His personal experience with Jesus spoke volumes.

The Psalms work the same way. David repeatedly describes what God has done in his life. Authentic testimony has a way of breaking down walls.

Your story does not need to be dramatic to be meaningful. It simply needs to be honest.

Keep Your Story Clear and Simple

Paul gives us a helpful framework in Acts 26 as he shares his testimony with King Agrippa. His story is brief, clear, and intentional.

He divides his testimony into three parts.
  1. He describes his life before Christ. Paul explains who he was and how he opposed Jesus and His followers.
  2. He talks about how he met Christ. On the road to Damascus, Jesus intervened and completely changed the direction of his life.
  3. Paul describes his life after Christ. He explains how his purpose shifted and how he now lives to point others to God.

Then Paul ends with a question. He invites King Agrippa to consider the truth for himself.
This is a great model for us. A clear testimony does not need to be long. Three to four minutes is often enough. Share who you were, how Jesus met you, and how your life has changed. And when the moment is right, invite the other person to reflect.
Sharing Christ is not about pressure or perfection. It is about faithfulness. God calls us to live as lights in a dark world and to speak the truth in love. When we combine our life example with gentle, honest words, God uses those moments in powerful ways.

You never know how one conversation might change a life forever.
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]]> Who I Am “In Christ” https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/who-i-am-in-christ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/who-i-am-in-christ

Who I Am “In Christ”

One of the most common struggles believers face is not a lack of faith, but confusion about identity. When we place our faith in Jesus Christ, everything changes. God places His Spirit within us, giving us a new identity that is no longer rooted in our past, our performance, or our failures, but in Christ alone.
This truth is woven throughout Scripture and is powerfully articulated in the work of Neil Anderson in The Bondage Breaker. Especially in Paul’s letters, we are reminded that freedom begins with knowing who we are in Christ.

My Identity in Christ

Because of Jesus:
  • I am a saint (Ephesians 1:1)
  • I am blessed with every spiritual blessing (Ephesians 1:3)
  • I am holy, blameless, and covered with God’s love (Ephesians 1:4)
  • I am chosen (Ephesians 1:4, 11)
  • I am God’s child (Ephesians 1:5)
  • I am redeemed and forgiven (Ephesians 1:7)
  • I am marked by the Holy Spirit who lives in me (Ephesians 1:13)
  • I am God’s masterpiece, created with purpose (Ephesians 2:10)
  • I am brought near to God through Christ (Ephesians 2:13)
  • I can approach God with freedom and confidence (Ephesians 3:12)
  • I am a minister, equipped to build up others (Ephesians 4:12)
  • I am a member of Christ’s Body, the Church (Ephesians 5:29–30)
  • I am declared not guilty (Romans 3:24)
  • I am no longer condemned (Romans 8:1)
  • I am set free from the law of sin and death (Romans 8:2)
  • I am born of God, and the evil one has no claim on me (1 John 5:18)
  • I am a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17)
  • I am Christ’s friend (John 15:15)
  • I am complete in Him (Colossians 2:10)
These are not aspirational statements. They are present realities for every believer. This is who God says you are.

Living From This Identity

When you know who you are in Christ, everything begins to shift. Shame loses its grip. Fear no longer has the final word. Obedience becomes an act of freedom, not obligation. The Christian life is not about striving to become someone new, but learning to live from the identity you have already been given.

Paul captures this longing in his prayer for the church:

“I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know Him better. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, and His incomparably great power for us who believe.”
— Ephesians 1:17–19


Knowing who you are in Christ is foundational to spiritual freedom. When you believe the truth, you are able to walk in the life Christ has already secured for you.

You are in Christ. And that changes everything.
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]]> Churches Planting Churches https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/churches-planting-churches Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/churches-planting-churches

For Those Called to Start

Converge has always been about more than starting churches. At our core, we are committed to multiplication and spiritual reproduction. We believe healthy churches should have an outward focus and a heart for the Kingdom, not just their own growth.

That’s why Converge exists to plant churches that plant churches and to come alongside established congregations that feel called to multiply. The local church is God’s primary plan for reaching people, and when churches work together, the impact reaches far beyond what any one congregation could do on its own.

There are several ways churches can step into this work.

Parenting New Churches

Churches that choose to parent a new church play one of the most important roles in church planting. The support a parent church provides through relationships, prayer, leadership, finances, and encouragement cannot be replaced. This model has proven to be both effective and sustainable over time.

Our hope is to see churches develop their own vision and commitment to parenting new works. Converge walks alongside these churches as a partner, offering resources, coaching, and support to help both the sending church and the new plant thrive.

Partnering Together

Some churches find that planting alongside other congregations is the best path forward. When churches partner together, they share the responsibility, the risk, and the joy of seeing something new take shape. Often these partnerships grow out of existing relationships and networks, where churches already trust one another and share a common vision.

By working together, churches are able to accomplish more than they could alone. Converge helps guide these partnerships so that churches can move forward with clarity, unity, and shared purpose.

Multi-Site Expansion

In many places, churches are discovering that multi-site expansion is a meaningful way to reach new communities. This approach allows a church to extend its ministry into another location while maintaining a shared vision, leadership, and culture.

Converge affirms multi-site expansion as a legitimate form of church planting and works with churches to explore whether this approach fits their calling and context. With the right support and planning, multi-site expansion can open doors to ministry in places that might otherwise be hard to reach.

Church Multiplication Centers

Some churches have the vision and capacity to multiply at an even greater level. Churches that are able to plant multiple churches within a short period of time become key leaders in the movement. These churches often serve as hubs for recruiting, training, and mentoring new planters.

Converge partners closely with these multiplication centers by helping assess and equip leaders, provide coaching, and in some cases offer financial support. Seeing churches commit themselves to multiplication at this level is a powerful picture of spiritual reproduction in action.

Moving Forward Together

There is no single path every church must follow. Whether through parenting, partnering, multi-site expansion, or becoming a multiplication center, each church has a role to play in God’s mission. Converge exists to walk alongside churches in that process, helping turn calling into action so that more people can encounter Jesus through the local church.

Resources

12 steps to Becoming a Parent Church
A Multi-Site Church Roadtrip
Better Together: Making Church Mergers Work
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]]> Partner Churches and the C1 Strategy https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/partner-churches-and-the-c1-strategy Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/partner-churches-and-the-c1-strategy

For Those Called to Go

Global mission is most effective when churches work together with clarity, trust, and shared responsibility. At Converge Rocky Mountain, our Local Global Initiative is built on partnership. The C1 Strategy exists to help churches collaborate well, steward resources wisely, and sustain long term impact around the world.

How the Partnership Structure Works

Each global partnership includes a mix of churches and ministry organizations working together toward a shared mission.
Church partners are identified by the letter C
Para church or ministry partners are identified by the letter P
Levels of responsibility are identified by numbers one through five. These numbers do not reflect church size or importance. They reflect capacity, calling, and level of responsibility within a specific project.
A C1 church serves as the lead church for a global partnership. This means the church has the vision, commitment, and capacity to see the project through over time, even if other partners change or step away. Churches identified as C2 through C5 share in the work with decreasing levels of responsibility, while still playing meaningful and necessary roles in the partnership.
This structure creates clarity, sustainability, and shared ownership while allowing churches of all sizes to participate in global mission.

The C1 Strategy in Action

The C1 Strategy unfolds in three key phases, helping partnerships move from vision to long term impact.

Discovery

This phase focuses on prayerful discernment and alignment. Churches explore and evaluate potential global partnership sites, identify shared passions among churches, and begin building relationships with national leaders. During this phase, potential missionary and ministry partners are also identified to ensure alignment and support.

Preparation

Once a partnership direction is confirmed, churches move into preparation. This includes site visits to assess logistics, defining project needs, identifying resources, and recruiting prayer teams. Churches work together to develop projects, schedule trips, and recruit participants. Training and assessment ensure teams are spiritually prepared, culturally aware, and missionally aligned.

Project Engagement

This phase brings the partnership to life. Prayer teams are activated, projects are promoted, and plans are finalized in collaboration with national leaders. Churches raise funds, prepare teams, and carry out trips. After each project, leaders review outcomes, gather feedback, and strengthen the partnership through ongoing coaching and evaluation. The goal is not a one time trip, but a growing, healthy, long term relationship.

Why This Strategy Matters

The C1 Strategy allows churches to engage globally in ways that are relational, sustainable, and effective. It reduces duplication, strengthens collaboration, and ensures that global work is led in partnership with national leaders rather than imposed from the outside.
Churches of any size can participate, contribute, and grow through these partnerships. While one church may lead, every partner plays a vital role in advancing the gospel and serving communities around the world.
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]]> Bethel University https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/bethel-university Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/bethel-university

Interested in Growing?

Bethel University has a long history of partnering with the local church to equip students for lives of faith, leadership, and service. Rooted in a Christ-centered and biblically grounded foundation, Bethel exists to help students grow intellectually, spiritually, and vocationally as they discern God’s calling for their lives.

As part of the broader Converge movement, Bethel University shares a commitment to preparing leaders who will serve churches, organizations, and communities with humility, wisdom, and conviction. Through rigorous academics, intentional discipleship, and a vibrant campus community, Bethel encourages students to integrate faith into every area of life.

Whether graduates are called into ministry, missions, education, business, or the nonprofit world, Bethel University seeks to shape men and women who follow Jesus faithfully and live out the gospel in practical, transformative ways.
Bethel University
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]]> Converge National https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/converge-national Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/converge-national

Converge Is a Movement

Converge is not simply an organization or a denomination. We are a movement of churches choosing to work together for something bigger than any one congregation could accomplish alone. Our shared mission is to strengthen churches and start new ones so that lives and communities are transformed by the power of the gospel.
At the heart of Converge is a commitment to multiply transformational churches. We believe this happens most effectively when churches are spiritually grounded, missionally focused, and relationally connected. The following ministry priorities guide how we pursue that mission together.

Growing Spiritually

We believe it is Christ who builds His church. Because of that, everything we do begins with a desire to glorify God and depend fully on Him. We trust in the power of God’s Word, the work of His Spirit, the sufficiency of His Son, and His delight in prevailing prayer. Spiritual growth and transformation are not optional. They are foundational to healthy churches and lasting fruit.

Planting Churches

The life of Christ is meant to be reproduced from person to person and from church to church. That conviction drives our commitment to church planting. We believe planting new congregations is one of the most effective ways to bring the gospel into new communities and people groups. Through Converge, churches work together to form multiplying movements of church planting around the world.

Mobilizing Churches

Healthy churches are active churches. We want to see existing congregations mobilized for mission in their own communities and beyond. One way we do this is by coaching pastors and leaders as they build healthy leadership cultures and vibrant community life. As churches pray, listen, and seek God’s direction, they are equipped to build meaningful bridges into the places they serve.

Developing Leaders

Transformational churches are led by transformational leaders. We are committed to identifying, equipping, and multiplying leaders who are called to serve Christ and His church. Through training, coaching, and relational networks, pastors and leaders are given opportunities to learn from one another and grow together. Healthy leadership fuels healthy churches.

Showing Compassion

We believe people should not only hear the gospel but experience the love of Christ in tangible ways. Compassion is an essential expression of our faith. Through a variety of initiatives, we resource churches and movements to meet real needs and respond with grace. People are never projects. They are individuals deeply loved by God.

Reaching the Nations

God’s heart is for all people everywhere. Converge churches participate in global mission by sending missionaries to the nations while also engaging the diverse cultures present in their own communities. Whether across the street or across the world, we are committed to sharing the hope of Christ with those who have yet to hear.

Living Generously

Generosity is more than good stewardship. It reflects the generous heart of God. We seek to cultivate communities of faith marked by open hands, bold vision, and joyful giving. When generosity shapes our lives and ministries, it creates space for faith, trust, and gospel impact to grow.

One Mission, Shared Together

These ministry priorities are not separate programs. They work together to support churches and movements of churches as we pursue God’s mission. At the center of everything we do is Christ, His cross, and the good news of the gospel. As we partner together, we trust God to continue transforming lives and communities through His church.
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]]> Converge Rocky Mountain’s Financial Accountability https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/converge-rocky-mountain-s-financial-accountability Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/converge-rocky-mountain-s-financial-accountability

Our Commitment

Faithful stewardship matters. At Converge Rocky Mountain, we recognize the responsibility entrusted to us by our district churches, their members, our donors, and ultimately, by God Himself. Financial accountability is not simply a best practice. It is a reflection of our integrity, our faith, and our commitment to advancing the gospel.
We depend on God’s wisdom as we steward the resources He has entrusted to us, seeking to use them with care, transparency, and purpose. Our goal is to mobilize and multiply reproducing churches throughout the Rocky Mountain West in a way that honors both the mission and the people who support it.

Responsible Stewardship

To ensure financial integrity and accountability, the Converge Rocky Mountain Board of Overseers has adopted clear standards that guide how we manage and report our finances. These commitments shape our decision-making and reflect our desire to lead with excellence and trust.

Standards for Financial Accountability

Faithful Alignment
We are committed to the Converge Worldwide Affirmation of Faith and conduct all financial affairs in a manner consistent with biblical principles and generally accepted Christian practices.
Shared Leadership and Oversight
We value broad representation from district churches on our Board of Overseers and regional LEAD teams. These leaders provide financial counsel, accountability, and wisdom through regularly scheduled meetings and collaborative decision-making.
Transparent Financial Reporting
Our financial statements are prepared according to Generally Accepted Accounting Practices. We obtain an annual audit or financial review conducted by a qualified, independent examiner to ensure accuracy and accountability.
Open Access to Information
We willingly provide current financial statements and schedules to district churches, their members, and other contributors upon written request. Transparency builds trust, and we are committed to both.
Integrity in All Affairs
We conduct district business with high standards of integrity, avoiding both actual conflicts of interest and the appearance of impropriety.
Honesty in Fundraising
We are committed to truthful and clear communication in all fundraising efforts, including accurate representations of facts and our financial condition.

Why This Matters

Strong financial accountability protects the mission, the churches we serve, and the people who generously give. It allows us to lead with confidence, steward resources wisely, and focus on what matters most: seeing lives transformed through Jesus Christ.
At Converge Rocky Mountain, financial stewardship is not just about numbers. It is about faithfulness, trust, and advancing God’s work together.
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]]> Financial Services https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/financial-services Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/financial-services

Establishing Healthy Financial Systems for Your Church

Faithful ministry depends on trust. When it comes to church finances, strong systems help protect that trust by caring well for the people, resources, and mission God has entrusted to your church.
At Converge Rocky Mountain, we offer free financial consultations to all CRM partner churches. These consultations are designed to answer basic financial questions, identify potential risks, and help church leaders understand where their systems are strong and where improvement may be needed. If additional financial services are desired, we can schedule a follow-up consultation and provide a clear proposal for any services requested.

Why Church Financial Systems Matter

Many churches assume internal financial controls are only necessary to prevent wrongdoing. Others believe that because ministry staff are faithful people, safeguards are unnecessary. Unfortunately, experience tells a different story.
People are human, and churches are not immune to financial mistakes or mismanagement. Strong financial systems are not about distrust. They are about wisdom, accountability, and protection for both staff and congregation. Proper controls reduce risk, clarify responsibility, and create transparency that strengthens trust across the church.

Healthy financial systems help answer important questions like:
  • Are safeguards in place to prevent the mishandling of funds?
  • Can people give easily through online giving, automatic bank draft, and in-person offerings?
  • Are payroll and accounting processes secure and compliant?
  • Do church leaders have clear, accurate financial reports to guide decisions?

Free Financial Consultation

Every CRM partner church has access to a complimentary consultation that includes:
  • An evaluation of current financial controls
  • Review of accounting systems and processes
  • Identification of potential risk areas
  • Practical recommendations for strengthening financial stewardship
This consultation is designed to bring clarity and peace of mind, not pressure.

A La Carte Financial Services

For churches that need ongoing support, we offer flexible financial services tailored to your needs, including:
  • Payroll processing
  • Accounts payable processing
  • Financial statements and reporting
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Donor management
  • Bookkeeping and accounting support
Whether your church is small or growing, basic financial controls are essential. You are never too small to protect your staff, your assets, and your ministry.

Let's Talk

If you have questions about your church’s financial systems or would like to schedule a free consultation, we’d love to help.
Email our financial team today and take a confident step toward stronger financial stewardship.
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]]> Answers to Questions Church Planters Ask https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/answers-to-questions-church-planters-ask Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/answers-to-questions-church-planters-ask

101 Questions Church Planters Ask

Church planting is full of questions. Some surface early, others emerge along the way, but nearly every planter and spouse finds themselves asking the same core things as they discern, prepare, and lead a new church.

101 Questions Church Planters Ask exists to meet those questions head-on.
This ongoing podcast and training series is designed to address many of the most common and pressing issues faced by church planting couples. The conversations are practical, honest, and rooted in real experience from leaders who understand the challenges and opportunities of starting new churches.
Topics range widely, including questions like:
  • Are there church planting grants available?
  • How do you find and secure a church building?
  • What should you look for in a church planting coach?
  • Is it wise to join a church planting network or denomination?
  • How do you navigate funding, leadership development, and sustainability?

A Resource for Every Planter

The 101 Questions Church Planters Ask podcast is a free resource available to church planters from any network or denomination. Its heart is to serve those who are called to plant churches by offering training and coaching that strengthens leaders and supports healthy ministry.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore church planting or you’re already in the midst of the work, these conversations are meant to come alongside you with insight, encouragement, and perspective.

Join the Conversation

Listeners are encouraged to submit their own questions and help shape future conversations. If you have a question about church planting, or if you’re interested in being a guest on the podcast—you’re invited to reach out and take part.

The podcast is available on major platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and others, making it easy to listen and stay connected wherever you are.
At its core, 101 Questions Church Planters Ask exists to advance church planting training and coaching for God’s glory and grace; helping leaders step forward with confidence, wisdom, and faith as they follow God’s call.
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]]> 7 Strategies for Planting Healthy, Reproducing Churches https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/7-strategies-for-planting-healthy-reproducing-churches Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/7-strategies-for-planting-healthy-reproducing-churches

Building Churches That Last

Church planting has always been at the heart of the Converge movement. As part of Converge USA, we are connected to a nationwide network of leaders who are learning from one another how to plant churches that are healthy, sustainable, and positioned to reproduce.

We don’t believe church planting is something to be figured out in isolation. Instead, we draw from decades of collective experience across the country, refining practices that help new churches take root and grow with long-term impact in mind. These seven strategies form the foundation of how we approach church planting within Converge.

1. A Strong Spiritual Foundation

At the center of everything we do is a dependence on God. Church planting begins and ends with spiritual empowerment. Scripture, prayer, and discernment are woven into every step of the process, reminding us that lasting fruit comes from God, not our own effort.

2. Recruiting the Right Leaders

Healthy churches begin with healthy leaders. We intentionally seek men and women who sense a call to launch new churches and who desire to be part of something bigger than their own local context. These leaders are not only focused on starting a church but are open to participating in regional and global movements of multiplication.

3. Thoughtful Assessment

Discernment matters. Through a careful assessment process, we evaluate a leader’s calling, character, gifting, and readiness for ministry. This objective assessment helps bring clarity, affirmation, and wise next steps for both the planter and the churches supporting them.

4. Ongoing Training

Church planting happens in a constantly changing ministry landscape. We provide training opportunities that equip leaders with current strategies, practical tools, and up-to-date insights for effective ministry. These environments are designed to sharpen skills and foster learning alongside other leaders on a similar journey.

5. Intentional Coaching

Every planter needs someone walking with them. Coaching is a vital part of our approach, ensuring each planter has access to a trained coach who offers spiritual guidance, accountability, emotional support, and practical wisdom. Coaching creates space for encouragement, problem-solving, and growth in both leadership and personal health.

6. Sustainable Funding

Financial support is an important part of church planting. We work to develop funding strategies that strengthen the broader movement while also helping individual leaders build sustainable personal support. Thoughtful funding allows planters to focus on the work God has called them to without carrying unnecessary financial pressure alone.

7. Strategic Resourcing

No planter should have to reinvent the wheel. We provide proven, up-to-date resources designed to help leaders serve their communities effectively and make a meaningful kingdom impact. These resources are continually evaluated and improved to meet real ministry needs.

A Continual Commitment to Growth

Converge Rocky Mountain is constantly refining these seven strategies as we pursue our vision of expanding God’s redemptive work through new churches. Our desire is not simply to plant churches, but to see churches planted that are healthy, resilient, and ready to reproduce, so that more people can encounter Jesus through the local church.
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]]> Church Planting Together Podcast https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/church-planting-together-podcast Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2026/01/01/church-planting-together-podcast

Real Stories + Practical Help for Planters

If you’re passionate about church planting — whether you’re already on the journey, prayerfully considering it, or supporting someone who is, the Church Planting Together podcast is a resource you’ll want to make part of your rhythm.

Hosted by church planters Loren and Carrie Pankratz, this podcast isn’t about theory or distant strategy, -t’s about real life on the ground. With over a decade of hands-on experience in their Utah church plant, Loren and Carrie invite listeners into honest conversations about what works, what doesn’t, and what they wish they had known earlier. 

What You Can Expect

Every episode of Church Planting Together blends practical wisdom with heart-felt transparency:
  • Lessons from the field — The Pankratzs share their wins and setbacks, offering insights that only seasoned planters can give. 
  • Marriage + ministry — Church planting affects every part of life; including your relationships. This podcast intentionally equips couples to navigate the journey together.
  • Voices from others on the journey — You’ll also hear from other church planting couples in various stages of their ministry, widening the perspective and encouraging you in community.

Who It’s For

Church Planting Together is for:
  • Couples and leaders currently planting a church
  • Those thinking about church planting as a calling
  • Friends, family, sending churches, and supporters who want to better understand and encourage planters

    Each episode is both practical and pastoral — rooted in real experience and grounded in grace.
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]]> Planting Opportunities: Reach Wyoming https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2025/12/01/planting-opportunities-reach-wyoming Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2025/12/01/planting-opportunities-reach-wyoming

Why Wyoming Matters

Wyoming is known for its wide-open spaces, rugged beauty, and strong, resilient people. But behind the scenic landscapes is a mission field that often goes unseen. Many communities are spread out, isolated, and underserved by gospel-centered churches. Church planting in Wyoming requires a unique blend of courage, faith, independence, and relatability.

Converge Rocky Mountain has a long history of walking alongside churches and leaders in this region. Over the years, we’ve seen how deeply God is at work in Wyoming, shaping leaders who understand their communities and are willing to serve faithfully in challenging contexts. That history continues today through the Reach Wyoming initiative.

Through Reach Wyoming, our district works intentionally to identify new church planters and potential planting locations across the state. This work is not rushed or formulaic. It’s relational, prayerful, and rooted in a desire to see churches planted where they can truly take hold and serve their communities well.

The goal is simple but far-reaching: to see churches planted so that one day, every person in Wyoming has access to a local church where they can encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and be challenged to love both Jesus and the people He loves. In a state defined by distance and independence, the presence of healthy, local churches matters deeply.

Giving to the Reach Wyoming initiative helps make this vision possible. Your generosity provides the resources needed to support church planters, establish new congregations, and sustain ministry in a region that demands perseverance and long-term commitment. Together, through prayer, partnership, and faithful support, we believe God is continuing to write a story of hope and transformation across Wyoming.

5. Intentional Coaching

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]]> Planting Opportunities: The Utah Initiative https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2025/12/01/planting-opportunities-the-utah-initiative Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://convergerockymountain.org/blog/2025/12/01/planting-opportunities-the-utah-initiative

Why Utah Matters

Utah represents one of the most significant mission fields in our region. With an estimated 98% of the population unaffiliated with a gospel-centered church, the spiritual landscape is shaped deeply by the influence of the LDS Church and its impact on culture, community, and public life.

For Converge Rocky Mountain, this reality has never been discouraging; it has been a calling.

For more than fifteen years, we have carried a vision to see lives in Utah transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. A vision where bold, courageous faith becomes the norm rather than the exception. Over time, that vision has taken tangible shape through the planting of churches along key corridors such as I-15 and I-80/84, as well as through partnerships with churches that have joined the Converge family through affiliation.

These efforts have laid a strong foundation. Communities are being reached, leaders are being raised, and local churches are taking root in places where gospel-centered witness has been scarce. And yet, the need remains great.

As we look ahead, we continue to pray and work toward a future where more churches are started and strengthened across Utah, where more people encounter Jesus, and where faith communities are formed that can faithfully serve their neighborhoods for generations to come.

Giving to the Utah Initiative helps make this work possible. It provides critical resources to support church planters, strengthen new congregations, and sustain ministry in a state that presents both unique challenges and extraordinary opportunities. Through prayer, partnership, and generosity, we believe God is continuing to write a powerful story of redemption across Utah.

5. Intentional Coaching

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