The Foursquare Church

April 13, 2012

FOURSQUARE STORIES

New Foursquare 'Daily Acts' Devotional

The Foursquare Church just released Daily Acts, an inspiring devotional guide that takes readers to the foundation of the church and propels them into a present-day call to Spirit-filled living.

Learn More About Daily Acts »
Read a Review of Daily Acts in Leadership Tools »

Four Ways to Connection 2012

With Foursquare Connection 2012 in Phoenix just weeks away, take a fun look at ways you can get to convention on a budget, what to do in Phoenix, how to get to your hotel from the airport and how to register in advance to save $30.

Read "24 Ways to Make the Most of Convention" »

Cabinet 2012 Wrap-Up; Connection Voting

Prepare for the business sessions to be held during Connection 2012 by reviewing what happened at cabinet meetings last month. Also take a moment to review the proposed bylaw amendments so you will be equipped to ask questions during the business sessions, as well as vote.

MORE NEWS + STORIES

Chaplains Launch New Crisis Training for All Leaders

When tragedy strikes, how prepared are we to minister effectively to people in need? Foursquare Chaplains International provides FEMA-approved training for disaster relief and crisis management via Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) training. In January, 81 leaders gathered for the first training intensive, and more training events are in the works.

Life Pacific College Receives Enrollment Award

After posting a 54 percent increase in enrollment during the 2010-2011 school year, Life Pacific College (LPC) received the prestigious 2012 Jonathan N. Thigpen Enrollment Growth Award. LPC’s growth rate was the highest among the award’s other co-winners. The award is evidence that the college’s efforts to train more leaders are working.

LEADERSHIP TOOLS

Reading Through the Gospels With The Foursquare Church
YouVersion Mobile App

You asked for it! Now you can following along with the daily reading plan through the YouVersion of the Bible on your smart phone. Download this free mobile Bible application and then search for "Foursquare" under "reading plans." You will be enabled to follow along as we read through the Gospels as a Foursquare family this year.

Preview the Foursquare Gospels Reading Plan »
Download YouVersion Bible application »

Blue Like Jazz: The Movie
In Theaters Now

Based on Donald Miller’s bestselling book, Blue Like Jazz: The Movie hits theaters on April 13. This contemporary coming of age story challenges religiosity and grapples with difficult themes while addressing hypocrisy, relationships, forgiveness and faith. This film will leave an impression on viewers and may lead to fruitful discussion, but parents should note the PG-13 rating.

Passion: White Flag
Various Artists

Recorded live with 44,000 college students from over 30 countries and featuring renowned worship artists such as Matt Redman, Kristian Stanfill and Christy Nockels, Passion: White Flag is the much anticipated new release from the Passion Conferences series. The sound is fresh, the music is innovative, and every song is suitable for a congregational setting.

Barefoot Church
Brandon Hatmaker

Pastor Brandon Hatmaker was leading the megachurch of his dreams. But inside he felt empty and dry. He realized he had become a consumer Christian and was leading others to do the same. In his new book, Barefoot Church, he shares the story of his and his church’s transformation to missional community and service as a way of life.

FOURSQUARE UPDATES

Gone to Be With the Lord

This month, we honor seven faithful Foursquare servants who went
to be with the Lord. Follow the link below to read the most recent list, compiled through March 21, 2012.

By the Numbers

Last month, 12 senior pastors were appointed to Fourquare churches in the U.S., and four credentialed ministers retired. There are now 1,737 Foursquare churches in the U.S.

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