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How God taught me something new, six years into Summer OFF. ...
Four areas to think about as an ambassador of the gospel, from someone who has been on both sides of the conversation. ...
"What resources would you recommend for sharing the gospel to kids?" Here's one resource we have come to appreciate at Summer OFF: clear, simple, and colorfully illustrated. ...
There is still a lot of work to do. It won’t be easy, but it is necessary. And it starts in my heart....
When Miranda and her family moved to New England for the gospel, they left behind a close community of family and friends. What could Jesus' promise of a hundredfold return on their sacrifice look like?...
In line with our Parks to Plants vision to see more churches planted near Summer OFF parks in coming years, we are teaming up with 20schemes and Acts 29 to host a conference this April: Church in Hard Places....
New houses start with a strong foundation. New churches need strong foundations too. (A blast from the past and a reminder of God's answers to prayer!)...
Summer OFF Director Miranda Laughlin shares about what happened in the parks this summer...
Here's what we are looking forward to at the Philip Center in 2018. ...
A few weeks ago, Rich shared the story of his journey from skepticism to Christian faith. Susan, Rich's wife, came to faith before he did, shortly after they were married. Here, Susan writes about what those years were like from her side. ...
Four lessons I learned from spending college summers in ministry...
How spending college summers in ministry challenged and changed me for my good and God’s glory. ...
We are grateful for all the ways God has shown his faithfulness to us this past year. Here are some of the highlights from 2017. ...
Rich Fulton writes about his spiritual journey from skepticism to faith...
Rich Fulton writes about his spiritual journey from skepticism to faith. ...
Rich Fulton writes about his spiritual journey from skepticism to faith. ...
You want to invest in something you are passionate about, and you want to invest in something that is strategic. The Philip Center may be the place for both....
Megan interned with Summer OFF this past summer. Here she shares some reflections on her experience. ...
Megan interned with Summer OFF this past summer. Here she shares some reflections on her experience. ...
You want to invest in something you are passionate about, and you want to invest in something that is strategic. The Philip Center may be the place for both. ...
One of the founding Summer OFF leaders reflects on the beginnings of Summer OFF and the role it has played in her own life. ...
One of the founding Summer OFF leaders reflects on the beginnings of Summer OFF and the role it has played in her own life. ...
One of the founding Summer OFF leaders reflects on the beginnings of Summer OFF and the role it has played in her own life. ...
It's not too early to start thinking about summer 2018. Join us in Providence for Summer OFF as an intern!...
Jermaca Brown came up from her home state of Texas to intern with Summer OFF in 2015. Now, she's living in Providence and on staff with West End Community Church as the Community Outreach Coordinator and Youth Director. We got to interview her recently—read more about her story here. ...
Miranda Laughlin writes about their recent trip back to Dallas, Texas, where they reported back to friends and family about their work with the Philip Center (Miranda) and Paradigm Biblical Counseling (Derek). ...
As you share the Gospel, share your own ongoing stories of repentance....
I've read Saving Eutychus twice, and refer to it often. I was born a boring speaker and I need it! But it's an important book for all who care about the preaching of the gospel. We highly recommend it. "Gospel preaching demands that the preacher understand that the message of the Bible is the message of the gospel, from Genesis to Revelation. Therefore, the preacher's abi...
Keep ReadingExpository preaching and theological depth are not a turn-off. Preach the Word, do the work of an evangelist....
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