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Anglicanism in Poland: A 400-Year Story of Survival and Mission
Introduction In the centre of Warsaw stands the small baroque chapel of Res Sacra Miser. It belongs to the Roman Catholic Church, yet for nearly three decades it has also hosted Anglican worship. That quiet arrangement is more than a practical solution to a property problem. It reflects the character of Anglicanism in Poland: small, often reliant on the goodwill of others, yet quietly persistent. Many assume the Anglican Church in Poland is a recent development, an English-sp
What I Mean by “Disciple-Making Church” in the Parish Context
I am deeply convinced that disciples are those who make disciples. Jesus did not gather followers simply so they could admire him, attend meetings, or enjoy spiritual experiences. His final command was clear: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19, NIV). That instruction was not given to a select few. It defines the Church in every generation. In the Church of England, it finds its most grounded expression in the life of the parish. A disciple is some
Why You Must Stop Writing for the Eye
We have all been there. You’re sitting in a pew, a lecture hall, or a conference room. The speaker is clearly brilliant. The research is impeccable. The slides are professional. But ten minutes in, you feel a fog descending. Your eyes are open, but your brain has checked out. You find yourself wondering what’s for dinner or checking your phone under the table. Why does this happen? Usually, it isn’t a lack of interest in the subject matter. It is a fundamental mismatch betwee
History and Purpose of the Altar Call
The altar call is a modern practice shaped by revival history. This article explores where it came from, what it was meant to do, and how it is often misunderstood or misused today, asking how churches can invite real response without replacing discipleship.
Why Exegesis Still Matters in Powerful Preaching
Introduction: Why this conversation matters now Recently, I listened to a speaker preaching from Scripture at a large Christian conference. The sermon was passionate, urgent, and clearly heartfelt. It carried real emotional weight, and many in the room were visibly moved. At the same time, as I listened, I found myself holding two reactions together. On the one hand, I recognised the hunger for renewal, courage, and spiritual seriousness that drove the message. On the other
A Reflection on October 2025
When the World Feels Heavy The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. (Psalm 34:18, NIV) The ache of another month October has been a heavy month for our world. Another month where headlines seemed soaked with sorrow: war still raging in Ukraine, fragile ceasefires flickering in Gaza, and nations trembling under the weight of division, inflation, and mistrust. It is hard not to feel the weariness of it all. Sometimes I sit down to read
Nicene Creed - Verse by verse - Part 4. The Church, Salvation, and Hope
The Nicene Creed concludes by turning from the work of God to the people of God. After confessing faith in the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, we now declare what it means to belong to the community that bears God’s name. The Church is not an afterthought in the story of salvation. It is the visible expression of God’s plan to gather His people into one body through Christ and by the Spirit. When we say, “We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowle
Nicene Creed - Verse by verse - Part 3. The Holy Spirit – The Giver of Life
The Nicene Creed reaches its third great movement with the confession of the Holy Spirit. Having spoken of the Father who creates and the Son who redeems, the Creed now turns to the Spirit who gives life, sanctifies, and sustains the Church. This section is shorter than the one about Christ, but it is no less important. Without the Spirit, the truths of the Creed would remain distant ideas. It is the Spirit who makes faith alive in our hearts, who unites us to Christ, and who
Nicene Creed - Verse by verse - Part 2. The Son – The Redeemer
The heart of the Nicene Creed beats strongest in its second section, which focuses on Jesus Christ. While the Creed begins by confessing faith in one God, it quickly moves to the one Lord who reveals God’s heart and accomplishes His saving work. The Church’s confession of Jesus is not a side note but the very center of Christian faith. Everything depends on who He is and what He has done. When early Christians declared these words, they were making a bold claim in a world fil
Nicene Creed - Verse by verse - Part 1. The Father, The Creator
Every Christian confession begins with God. Before we speak of redemption, resurrection, or the Church, we begin by declaring who God is. The Nicene Creed opens with these simple yet profound words: We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. This opening line forms the foundation of everything that follows. It is not merely a statement about the existence of God but a declaration about His nature and His relati
Group Bible Study: "The Five love languages of God"
In this series, we explore the profound and multifaceted ways we can love God through the lens of the five love languages—Words of...
Group Bible Study "Multiplying Disciples: Living the Great Commission"
Discipleship is not just a process of learning, but one of multiplication—reproducing what we have learned in the lives of others, who in...
Group Bible Study "The Creed That Defines Us: A Journey Through the Nicene Creed"
Introduction to the Bible Study Series: "The Nicene Creed: Foundations of Our Faith" Welcome to the Bible study series, "The Nicene...
2023 In Mack's life
What a year it was! Here is a little bit about my 2023 :) Ordination and Revitalizing Churches: 2023 marked the year of my ordination!...
Growing personal leadership - group Bible study with discussion questions
Session 1: "Spiritual Foundations" Bible Readings: Colossians 4:2-6 - "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray...