by Naomi Federiuk | May 21, 2024 | Ministry Update
Jason and Bonnie Ham, The Gathering Church: Expand’s Church Planters serving in New England Since its launch in June 2022, The Gathering, a church made up of home churches passionate about serving Springfield, Massachusetts, has been experiencing steady growth. Each...
by Naomi Federiuk | May 15, 2024 | Monthly Prayer Update
At Expand we believe it is impossible to do God’s kingdom work through our own power, wisdom and strength. Therefore, we seek to prioritize our dependency on God through prayer, fasting and obedience. Would you join us in prayer for the Ziolkowski family? Prayer...
by Naomi Federiuk | May 6, 2024 | Ministry Update
A message from Pete and Kristy Ziolkowski, Expand’s newest church planters The Z Fam is settling into Oregon! God continues to open doors for us for ministry and relationship. We have met neighbors, strangers, and ministry partners. The spirit of...
by Naomi Federiuk | Apr 15, 2024 | News
63% of American adults claim to be Christians but only a meager 4% agree with the Bible’s teachings,* revealing a striking gap where many identify with the term “Christian” but only a fraction embody the values, practices, and attitudes of a genuine Jesus...
by Naomi Federiuk | Mar 4, 2024 | News
Is Portland still a graveyard for church plants? While precise figures and anecdotes range regarding the success rates of church plants in the Northwest, it’s evident planting a church in Portland, Oregon is no walk in the park. With dwindling church attendance and...
