Joe Alvarez: Being a Church Without Walls

April 14, 2023

Throughout his journey as a Christian and a pastor, Joe Alvarez from The Avenue Church in Riverside, CA has learned that the essence of the church lies not in its physical structure, but in the love, compassion, and service we extend to our fellow human beings. In this 4-minute video, Joe shares his experiences working with the homeless community and discovering the true meaning of the church—one without walls, as taught by Jesus in Matthew 25:40.

“Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”

Key takeaways from this video:
• The church is not confined to a building; it is a community of believers serving others
• Embrace the church without walls by showing love, compassion, and support to the homeless and those in need
• Reflect on Matthew 25:40 and its powerful message about caring for the “least of these”

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Connect with The Avenue Church Riverside:
Website: https://www.theavenueriverside.org
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#ChurchWithoutWalls #Matthew2540 #HomelessOutreach #TheAvenueChurchRiverside #JoeAlvarez

Fresh Oil, Fresh Anointing: Breaking Spiritual Bondage with Bishop Kenny Martin
Fresh Oil, Fresh Anointing: Breaking Spiritual Bondage with Bishop Kenny Martin

Bishop E. Kenneth Martin delivers a prophetic challenge to the Free Methodist Church, confronting deep-rooted issues of spiritual bondage, systemic oppression, and the church’s complacency. “Churches are dying in a cage,” he declares, calling for a radical shift in how the church addresses:

– Spiritual chains of sin and oppression
– Historical and ongoing impacts of slavery
– Diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges
– The church’s reluctance to engage difficult conversations
– Breaking free from “nasty” church politics and self-serving leadership

“This is a season of manifestation,” Martin says, urging a breakthrough from 2025 to 2035 that will transform the church locally and globally.

#ChurchTransformation #SpiritualFreedom #RacialReconciliation #ChurchReform #HolySpirit

Conexión Latina 2025: Supporting Latino/a Leadership in Ministry | Free Methodist Church
Conexión Latina 2025: Supporting Latino/a Leadership in Ministry | Free Methodist Church

Join us this March for Conexión Latina 2025, a transformative gathering on the West Coast celebrating and equipping Latino/a leaders in ministry. Fraser Venter shares how you can support this vital initiative that strengthens our multicultural Free Methodist family.

This event provides:
– Complete on-ground support for participating leaders
– Valuable community building and leadership development
– Essential ministry equipping and spiritual refreshment
– Opportunities to partner with Latino/a leaders across the country

Want to sponsor a leader or learn more? Contact Fraser Venter directly through the information below to help build God’s kingdom through multicultural ministry.

#FreeMethodistChurch #LatinoMinistry #ChurchLeadership #MinistryDevelopment #MulticulturalChurch

A Message of Thanks from Expressions Church | Pastor Christopher Spolar
A Message of Thanks from Expressions Church | Pastor Christopher Spolar

Pastor Christopher Spolar shares his gratitude for the overwhelming support from our Free Methodist family following the recent fires. Standing in front of their temporary new church home, he reflects on the power of community and the hope we find in supporting one another.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Expressions Church through prayer, encouragement, and practical assistance. Together, we continue sharing hope with our community.

For updates and ways to help: fmcsc.org/fire