Jose Humphreys

Yesterday I preached on Immanuel, God with Us.  I said that the name “Immanuel” is a beautiful truth, yet also remains in many ways a theological conundrum.  God becoming flesh, a baby, and dwelling among us  is a mindblowing, life altering, historical truth.   It was also worth mentioning that any metaphor or illustration that [...]

One of the the most helpful things for me in church planting is getting help from a church plant coach.  Coaches are people who intentionally look out for my own personal health or well being, as well as the health of the church.  Coaching has also created much needed check points for me.  Places where [...]

Church planting has some intense moments of  loneliness.  This is what I’m hearing from both seasoned planters and “rookies” alike.  I’ve experienced it  for myself as someone who is a new church planter and pastor here in East Harlem.  I’m finding more and more, loneliness is not so much about whether people around, but the [...]

David Olson, director of church planting for our denomination asked me a question over some good Korean BBQ at Ham Ji Bak Bayside Queens today.  Thanks for picking this place out Peter.  I was hesitant to try out the food because of a stomach virus the previous day.  But it was too delicious to resist…
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