Stories of Impact

Inspirational stories and news of God's work throughout the Converge movement

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Church Summer Camps – Where We’ll Find the Church’s Next Leaders 

It’s summer, and depending on where you live in our region, you may be inside trying to avoid the sweltering heat, or you’re enjoying your time outside because this weather is made for outdoor adventures. Wherever you land on that spectrum, there is one thing that is likely consistent with each of our summers— Church Youth Camp.

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Core Value – Healthy Churches on God’s Mission

Today, we’re highlighting one of our core values: healthy churches on God’s mission. At Converge Heartland, we exist to help churches pursue a culture of healthy growth and community with resources like conflict resolution training, strategic planning, leadership development, and more!

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How the Gospel Moves Forward

In the Heartland District, church planting isn’t just something we do—it’s at the center of who we are. It’s how we believe the gospel moves forward.

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Cultivating Missions

As we move into spring and reflect on the joy of Resurrection Sunday, we’re praying that your church is seeing fresh gospel fruit.

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From the Heartland to Odesa

Later this month, our Regional President Steve Krier will travel to Moldova and Ukraine with Thomas Slawson, Associate Pastor at Faith Baptist Fellowship.

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Pastor Rick Stapleton Pastor Rick Stapleton

Meet our Speaker for RENEW

Hello! We are Rick and Marcy Stapleton, and we look forward to meeting with you at Renew 2025!

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Thomas Slawson, Ukraine Ministries Liaison for Converge Heartland Thomas Slawson, Ukraine Ministries Liaison for Converge Heartland

Encourage & Equip Ukraine

Pastor Thomas Slawson shares a brief update on the church in Ukraine and explains an opportunity for partnership.

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Steve Krier, Converge Heartland Regional President Steve Krier, Converge Heartland Regional President

You're Invited: Join Us At RENEW 2025!

Pastor Steve shares an opportunity for connecting to other ministry partners in our district through RENEW 2025!

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Thomas Slawson, Associate Pastor of Faith Baptist Fellowship Thomas Slawson, Associate Pastor of Faith Baptist Fellowship

Letter From Ukraine

Read the latest letter from Pastor Dymov in Ukraine, as he encourages and thanks our supporters for their prayers and generosity as he serves the people of Ukraine.

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Cristy Slawson, Converge Heartland Office Manager Cristy Slawson, Converge Heartland Office Manager

High School Camp Registration Open!

Calling all high school students (and their parents)! Is your teen entering eighth grade, a graduating senior in 2025, or anything in between? Join the fun at Camp Judson this summer!  

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Cristy Slawson, Converge Heartland Office Manager Cristy Slawson, Converge Heartland Office Manager

Upcoming Enrichment Opportunities in the Heartland!

Take a look at our upcoming enrichment opportunities in the Heartland, including a district Prayer Gathering, our Every Day Pastors Gathering for pastors in rural areas, and April RENEW, a retreat for pastors and their wives.

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