If Christians go into urban ministry thinking that they are in it for a season and not in this for the long haul they will struggle to be effective.
Category Archives: Urban Ministry
Loving our Communities and Cities into the Arms of God
Today’s post is part of an ongoing discussion about what followers of Jesus Christ can do to help transform our urban centers. I am by no means an expert but want to help facilitate the conversations and begin to tap into the collective hearts and minds of my readers and those serving in this vitalContinue reading “Loving our Communities and Cities into the Arms of God”
Why the Church Must Reconnect With The City?
It’s time to reclaim the city.
TED Talk: How Gentrification Can Heal a Community
Gentrification can solve Urban issues
The Wind City Is Primed For a God-Sized Movement
Chicago is the third largest city in the United States. Imagine the ministry opportunities that await God’s church.
TED Talk: Reimagining Chicago
Gates describes his efforts to build a “miniature Versailles” in Chicago, and he shares his fervent belief that culture can be a catalyst for social transformation in any city, anywhere.
TED Talk: It’s Our City Let’s Fix It?
Urban activist Alessandra Orofino thinks that can change, using a mix of tech and old-fashioned human connection.
TED: Redemption Song
John Legend is on a mission to transform America’s criminal justice system.
TED Talk: Poverty Isn’t a Lack of Character; it’s a Lack of Cash
Facts about poverty that will surprise you.
TED Talk: How urban agriculture is transforming Detroit
We can revitalize urban cities if we think outside the box.
