May
26th
Mon
26th
Visited Substance Church
On the recommendation of Tony Dunham, I checked out the church he attends when he is at Bethel. I was able to worship first service then sit for an hour with Carolyn, and associate pastor and the senior pastor, Peter’s wife. She shared their story and core values that drive Substance Church.
Anti-spectator and are committed to creating a culture of connection - they tell everyone you must have 4-7 friends and ministry to serving in.
They have broad subgroups - open small groups, passion-based, limited length, in the spirit of Fly Fishing and Dog Training.
Then they develop intimate Christian relationships/groups - they call S.H.A.P.E
S - same sex
P - prayer
A- accountable
C - confession
E - equal passions