CDI: More Than A Bible Study
October 5, 2018
The people of the Community Church of Hokah found more than just a Bible study when they discovered the Contenders Discipleship Initiative. Together, they grew their faith in Jesus, learned about His Word, and built community together.
Posted In: Country Matters
God’s Plan for Ministry
September 7, 2018
Nathan Walters sensed God had something more for him, but didn’t know what it was. When he discovered God’s plan for ministry in his life, it made all the difference.
Posted In: Country Matters
The Legacy of Contenders Discipleship Initiative
August 13, 2018
As we celebrate 70 years of ministry in the United States and 50 years in Canada, we have focused a lot on the legacy of Village Missions. Through the work of Village Missionaries and country churches, the gospel has been heard by hundreds of thousands around the United States, Canada and the world. The Need […]
Posted In: Quarterly Focus
CDI: Practical Training for Ministry
August 3, 2018
Village Missions’ CDI provides practical training for ministry. This training comes without cost and integrates intense study with internship.
Posted In: Country Matters
CDI: Biblical Training in the Local Church
September 17, 2017
Because of Contenders Discipleship Initiative, Bill received biblical training in the local church. CDI Director shares Bill’s story and the story of CDI.
Posted In: Director's Blog
Knowing What the Bible Teaches
June 14, 2017
Knowing what the Bible teaches is important, but Christians can’t stop there. Assistant Director John Adams explains what needs to happen next.
Posted In: DR Blog
No Regrets: A Second Career with Village Missions
May 5, 2017
The Ainsworths were on a successful career track. Find out how a school administrator & chemist found second careers with Village Missions.
Posted In: Country Matters
As You Pray This Week
November 4, 2016
We appreciate your prayers for our U.S. and Canada board members as they travel home. There are a number of items to be praying about; we are so thankful for each person who prays regularly for Village Missions.
Posted In: Prayer Spotlight
As You Pray This Week
September 22, 2016
Village Missions continues to strive to revitalize country churches. There are many avenues for that work, and Contenders Discipleship Initiative is one. Read on to find out how you can be praying.
Posted In: Prayer Spotlight
Discipleship or Recruiting—What Purpose Does It Serve in the CDI?
May 24, 2016
Some see the Contenders Discipleship Initiative (CDI) as a tool for discipling believers within the church. Others feel that the program will raise up new Village Missionaries from within those churches. Executive Director Brian Wechsler explores both ideas and explain how CDI trains and equips believers for battle.
Posted In: Director's Blog
The Purpose of Village Missions & CDI
March 22, 2016
The Contenders Discipleship Initiative (CDI) serves a valuable purpose within Village Missions. Executive Director Brian Wechsler takes a look at how Village Missions operated in the past and contrasts that with the the present, then ties it all together with CDI.
Posted In: Director's Blog
Contenders Discipleship Initiative & 2016
January 11, 2016
What will Contenders Discipleship Initiative (CDI) look like in 2016? Executive Director Brian Wechsler takes the time to look forward to the coming year as he shares some stories of those who have already completed CDI classes.
Posted In: Director's Blog