CRM Ascent August 2024

Converge Rocky Mountain is a movement of dynamic, Christ-centered churches. We seek to transform lives and communities by strengthening and multiplying Jesus-filled believers and congregations in the Rocky Mountain West.

CRM Featured Church:

Authentic Life

The ALC Story

We began our journey as a church plant six years ago, launching in September 2018 with 300 dedicated individuals in an existing church building in Littleton. From the start, our mission has been clear: to reach people from all walks of life with the love of Jesus. We are a church driven by outreach, passionate about extending our reach and impact in our community. Worship is at the heart of who we are. Whether through the Word, giving, or singing, we gather with one purpose—to honor and celebrate the King of Kings! Click the link below to read more...

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MAKE JESUS FAMOUS

Converge S2 Conference

November 12-14, 2024

S2 brings together leaders from

across the nation with a clear mission - to start and strengthen churches. For

us, what matters most is making Jesus famous. We believe the local church is

God’s plan to change the world, one city at a time, through the local church. Best of all you can now join us in Phoenix, AZ.

Come spend 3 days with your team

for a time of intentional learning about how to multiply your influence and ministry. You’ll get to hear from some of the greatest church leaders of our time at this powerful event.

CRM leaders will also enjoy a free BBQ dinner together on Wednesday, November 13th. It has become a highlight, as we meet new friends, deepen existing friendships, and laugh a lot. Don't miss this

life-changing event.

Partner Church Contribution Packets On Their Way

Your church will soon be receiving its partner contribution packet for 2025. The packet will be filled with resources for your church, coaching/training opportunities, a description

of our mission field, and information on each of our church planting couples.

We encourage pastors, mission leaders, and mission teams to click the link below and view the CRM overview by Regional President Paul Mitton. Then, review the packet and fill out your proposed contributions sheet for 2025. Annual contributions from our partners provide the work funds with which CRM can strengthen your church and start healthy new churches across our region. Thank you very much for supporting your mission's movement.

Please return your contribution sheet by November 1, 2024.

Transformed Lives In Estonia

This summer, teams from The Bridge Community and Arise Church brought the Good News of God's love to Estonia. The Bridge served at a church in Ansla, about 20 minutes from the Russian border. Arise Church led a very popular sailing camp that attracted many youths who needed Jesus. Both had life-changing experiences.

From The Bridge Community...

"A week ago, eight young people publicly confessed that they had decided to follow Jesus Christ as their personal King and Savior - by having themselves baptized in water. Hallelujah! Praise the Lord!"

From Arise Church, Denver...

"Our Estonia Global Outreach team just wrapped up an amazing week at Sailing camp! They had great opportunities to connect, serve and have conversations about God and faith! Now we head to the Kolgata Youth Camp. Continue to keep us in your prayers as God uses our team to seek and love all those we encounter."

Here's your chance to make a difference...

CRM Estonia and Latvia "New Frontiers" Vision Trip 2025

April 28-May 8, 2025

This vision trip will provide a comprehensive look at the ministry needs in Estonia and Latvia, a chance to rub shoulders with local leaders, and a chance to explore the redemptive work being done here. The cost will be approximately $1,000.00 plus airfare. Space is limited. If you want to join the team, please contact Laura at Laura@ConvergeRockyMountain.org.

Mosaic Welcomes

Pastor David Comstock

Mosaic Church is thrilled to announce that David Comstock will be their new Lead Pastor. Pastor David's passion for helping people experience a Jesus-centered life aligns perfectly with the church's mission. Please be praying for David, his wife Tara, and their family as they begin their new ministry at Mosaic. They are a great addition to the Converge Rocky Mountain family.

Landscapers and Gardeners, This Is For You!

The Mission Church in South Jordan, Utah, is renovating a horse show property and crafting a beautiful sanctuary and ministry center. The city has informed the church that they must plant thirty trees between their sidewalk and the street in front of the church. In addition, extra landscaping will be needed around the church building.

Each tree will cost $300, plus additional landscaping costs, which could reach a total of $12,000.

If you want to contribute financially or bring a team to The Mission Church to help with planting, please get in touch with Laura in the CRM office.

(Laura@ConvergeRockyMountain.org)

She will connect you with Pastor Ritch at The Mission.

Children's and Youth Certification Program

We're excited to share with our Converge Rocky Mountain partners the launch of the Children's and Youth Ministry Certification Program (CYMCP) and a special limited-time offer to register at 50% off for the 2025 cohort. The 2026 cohort(s) will be at the full price of $1,700.

We ask you to nominate leaders with less access to training, show potential as next-generation leaders, or are excited to help shape the program.

The CYMCP guides ministry leaders through foundational ministry principles using nine learning modules. These modules are designed to be practical, interactive, and applicable across various ministry contexts. Leaders will be equipped with the insights, strategies, and tools needed to grow and strengthen their ministry and leadership influence in just one year.

The cost for the 2025 cohort is $850. If additional financial support is needed, please contact us. The deadline for registration is October 31. The first cohort will launch the week of January 12, 2025, with an in-person retreat in either Colorado or Minnesota, depending on registrations. Please reply to us by September 1 with the names and contact information of those you are nominating. For more information, explore the website or see the attached flyer. I'm also happy to discuss the program further.

Here to serve you,

Rebecca Jacobson

Director of Training and Strategy

Rebecca@youthministryconsultants.org

youthministryconsultants.org

Let's Pray!

• Praise the Lord for all the new members of God's family introduced to Jesus through a CRM summer outreach event. Our churches did an amazing job sharing God's Good News.
• Praise the Lord for the arrival of David Comstock, the new Lead Pastor at Mosaic Church.
• Praise the Lord for seven congregations added this year through CRM planting efforts.
• Pray for safety and mission success as local church teams continue to bring the Gospel to the uttermost parts of our world.
• Pray for rain, especially in WY.
• Pray for three churches considering affiliating with the CRM family.
• Pray for two ministry families as they navigate the challenges of family members with cancer.
• Pray for churches in transition as they seek God's will for a new pastor. This includes Grace Fellowship, Grace Mountain, Iglesia Vida Nueva, Bethel-Torrington, and First-Idaho Springs.
• Ask the Lord to heal those battling physical or emotional illness.
• Continue to pray that God will provide the people and financial resources needed to build effective ministry through CRM churches.

Pray for Regional President Paul Mitton

• Upgrading the National Converge Pastor Placement Process
• CRM Branding Development
• Affiliating new churches
• Spiritual warfare encounters
• Protection as he travels
• That he will stay centered on Jesus in all things, at all times.
• Multi-cultural church training
• Pastor LEAD meetings