Double Your Church’s Local Missions Giving Through the Iowa Ministry Fund
The Iowa Ministry Fund exists to accelerate what BCI churches are doing to support local, gospel ministries that meet tangible needs. We invite pastors and church leaders to submit an application for a gospel-centered serving ministry they support which is meeting...
Ep 17 – The Passion of Preaching – Todd Stiles (Pt 1)
Episode 17 Description What principles can we use to evaluate what constitutes “good preaching?” This episode of the Mission Innovate Podcast is the first half of a conversation with Todd Stiles, Lead Pastor at First Family Church in Ankeny. In addition to sharing his...
Youth Ministry Resources
Youth Ministry Resources for BCI Pastors & Church Leaders What are you doing today to prepare the church of tomorrow? Our youth are the present and future of our churches and one of the best opportunities for the gospel to flourish. Here are some of the best...
Ep 16 – True discipleship in student ministry (Pt 2)
Episode 16 Description Who are you partnering with to develop discipleship in your student ministry? This episode of the Mission Innovate Podcast is Part 2 of a conversation that BCI Communications Director, Ben Bradley and BCI Finance Manager, Chris Eller had with...
WMU Provides $15,000 HEART Grant to Cornerstone, Ames
$15,000 GRANT TO CORNERSTONE, AMES Joni Wilkinson and the Iowa WMU have worked to provide a $15,000 grant to Cornerstone Church in Ames for expenses related to response and funerals after the tragic shooting in June. The grant was provided through the national WMU...
Ep 15 – True discipleship in student ministry (Pt 1)
Episode 15 Description Is true discipleship happening in your student ministry? In this episode of the Mission Innovate Podcast, BCI Communications Director, Ben Bradley and BCI Finance Manager, Chris Eller interview Jonathan Meyer, Student Ministries Pastor at Grace...
Prayer Resources
Prayer Resources for BCI Pastors & Church Leaders Prayer is an essential part of every healthy church. Through partnership with The 6:4 Fellowship, we are pleased to offer many free resources on prayer to BCI pastors & church leaders. Through The 6:4...
Ep 14 – How To Lead Your Church In Prayer
Episode 14 Description Are you satisfied with the quality and depth of prayer in your own life? In your church? In this episode of the Mission Innovate Podcast, BCI Communications Director Ben Bradley & BCI Finance Manager Chris Eller interview Rob Jones, Regional...
Thank You, Chris Eller
After 4 Years of Faithful Service, BCI Associate Director, Chris Eller Moves to Part-Time Chris has recently transitioned to part-time at BCI, serving as our Finance Manager. Beginning in June, he started a new full-time position as Executive Director at Ruth Harbor...
Thank You Mandy Stenberg
Administrative Coordinator Mandy Stenberg leaving BCI Staff after 5 years of faithful service – Thank you for your service, Mandy! After 5 years of faithful service on BCI staff, Mandy Stenberg will be transitioning out of the role of Administrative Coordinator...
