At its heart, Behold, the New Has Come! is about helping congregations rediscover that the church exists not mainly to preserve itself, but to form and send baptized people into the world God loves — and trusting that, in doing so, new life will come.

Community Stories and Sharing Resources

Hear how local congregations are embodying God's love and transforming lives.

Baptismal Promises

I will live among God’s faithful people;

I will hear the word of God and share in the Lord’s Supper;

I will proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed;

I will serve all people following the example of Jesus;

I will strive for justice and peace in all the earth.

Resources

Minimalist magazine graphic on black background

Tell Me Your Story Bulletin Insert

Behold the New Has Come Weekly Devotions

Congregational Survey

Printable Survey

Downloadable Logos

Meet Our Coordinators

Meet Our Coordinator

Connect With Us Today!

If you would like to learn more about the Behold, the New Has Come! project, explore how your congregation might participate, or ask questions about upcoming events and resources, we would love to connect with you.

Jody Johnson & Pastor Laurie Skow-Anderson serve as the Project Coordinators and are available to walk alongside congregations as they rediscover their baptismal identity and re-imagine rural ministry.

Jody Johnson

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Pastor Laurie Skow-Anderson

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