Why our lenses matter
Every human sees the world through their own unique and distinct cultural lens. But what does that mean? What is a cultural lens and...
Won’t you be my neighbor
Who is my neighbor? This question comes up in a conversation between Jesus and a certain lawyer, who is trying to justify himself as...
When change comes to church
Change comes into our lives whether we like it or not. Life is all about change. Look at our lives and the lives of...
Live the mission
When we live under the authority of Jesus, we commit to obey all his commands. Therefore, we go, making disciples of all nations, baptizing...
The story of three church plants
Each USMB church plant has a unique story. Although there are some common strategies and industry-standard “best practices” when planting a church, each congregation...
Beyond show and tell
In 2010, my husband, Cesar Salazar, and I moved to Bakersfield, California, to plant Plaza Iglesia Cristiana. We had never been to Bakersfield, but...
Honoring the past, blessing the future
How do we church planters honor our past while simultaneously blessing our future? This inquiry isn’t just a qualifying exercise. It’s a deeply personal...
Is church planting worth it?
Is church planting even worth it? This question often races through my mind when I lay my head down at night. At the risk...