What can you imagine?

What can you imagine?

What can you imagine? When it comes to training and equipping church leaders, what can you imagine? Up until a couple of years ago, I admit my imagination was somewhat constrained. When I thought about equipping church leaders in Bible, theology, and ministry, I...

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One Question Churches Must Ask

One Question Churches Must Ask “Where is our next pastor coming from?” Churches need to ask this question because almost every church has an unstated answer to this: somewhere else. In a Christendom model of church, this question doesn’t really need to be asked,...

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Learning in, with, and for the church

Learning in, with, and for the church

Learning in, with, and for the church I’ve always loved learning, Jesus, and the church. When I went to college, I loved Bible, ministry, philosophy, and theology classes. Here was the opportunity to ask big questions and wrestle with the answers in a community where...

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The Foundry Unleashes Church-Based Equipping

The Foundry Unleashes Church-Based Equipping

The Foundry was highlighted by Plant 616 in their Spring Update. Church-based learning isn’t overly academic and doesn’t require learners to leave their contexts. That’s the Foundry. See the entire post:...

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Go

Go

“So what does The Foundry do?” I get that question a fair amount these days. My first answer is: “Go.” It might sound simple, but the first step in everything we do is “go.” Go to meet and connect with pastors and church leaders. Go in order to listen.

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Generosity: One Church’s Gift

Generosity: One Church’s Gift

In late 2020, as three colleagues were working through questions of calling and vocation, one church offered something they could share: space. This unassuming church on the northeast side of Grand Rapids welcomed three weary travelers who were unsure of their next...

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Jesus and John Wayne

Jesus and John Wayne

I must admit that it took me too long to finally read the book most frequently recommended to me, Jesus and John Wayne by Dr. Kristen Kobes Du Mez (@kkdumez). Once I started reading, I could not put it down! One of the things I love most about teaching...

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What We’re Reading

What We’re Reading

As we've been discerning the call to begin this new venture we call The Foundry, we have found numerous books, articles, and other resources to be particularly valuable and insightful. These are just some of the books we've engaged that speak to the need for...

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2021-2022 Ministry Formation Schedule

A Biblical and Practical Theology of Sabbath  Sept. 7 - Oct. 15 This session explores biblical, theological, and practical dimensions of Sabbath rhythms of life, connecting our doctrine of God with our actual practice of rest and work. We're going to pay...

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Ministry Formation Learning Cohort

Goal The Foundry is committed to training ministry leaders in a way that is biblically and theologically rooted, practically oriented, and connected to the local church. Unique Ministry Formation The Foundry is committed to ministry formation that is church-centered...

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Jeff and Sarah joined Branson in Portage today meeting with Michigan Kingdom Network leaders about our Institute of Ministry Leadership. These brave and innovative leaders envision theological education differently: in person, with community, for everyone in the church, without high cost, alongside mentors!After our meeting Branson led the class in Teaching and Preaching the Old Testament. In January Jeff will be teaching Foundations of the Christian Faith.🔥🔥🔥 ... See MoreSee Less
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We love the work of YWAM and we're excited to see what God is doing through YWAM West Michigan. It's great to connect with others who have a passion for sharing Jesus and discipling others to follow him!An important aspect of being a disciple of Christ is continuing education. At YWAM West Michigan, We encourage continuing education through college, seminary, vocational training, YWAM Secondary Schools, self-study, and many other means. Shoutout to The Foundry in Grand Rapids. The Foundry is a ministry that strengthens and supports church leaders a every level with Biblical and Practical Training. One of our staff is currently enrolled with them, and is loving every minute of it. #education #thefoundry #ywamwestmichigan #continuingeducation ... See MoreSee Less
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We still have a few spots open and we’d love to see you there!Calling all women! Ever wondered about the Holy Spirit? Who is He? What is His role in our lives? Come join us as we take a look at the Holy Spirit together! Save your seat here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3TRwXRphJCaNk5Z-9IW-0KzSlxaEN_aIvyD0yXd3qVTeVXQ/viewform ... See MoreSee Less
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Calling all women! Ever wondered about the Holy Spirit? Who is He? What is His role in our lives? Come join us as we take a look at the Holy Spirit together! Save your seat here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3TRwXRphJCaNk5Z-9IW-0KzSlxaEN_aIvyD0yXd3qVTeVXQ/viewform ... See MoreSee Less
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Dr Fisher doing what he loves! Teaching students at Grand Rapids Bridge Year about God the Father. Foundry professors, Branson and Jeff, will be in Grand Rapids, Zeeland and Portage this week. Where will you be as you follow Jesus and make disciples? 🔥 ... See MoreSee Less
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