August 2025

Living out "Pure Religion" Together

Dear Hephzibah62:4 Friend,

Are you looking for an easy on-ramp, a powerful and accessible way for you and your church to live out the call of James 1:27? Look no further than Pure Religion Sunday!

My friend Vince Smith began intentionally living out pure religion as a local church pastor and foster parent. Over the years his small steps of obedience have grown into a state-wide movement committed to bridging the gap between the desperate needs of the child welfare system and Pennsylvania churches, called Keystone Family Alliance. What a blessing it's been to connect our Wesleyan churches to this trusted regional network!

Watch Vince's invitation for people and churches to practice pure religion together, to rewrite "the story for communities and lives of children and families who so desperately need Jesus today."

Bethany Wesleyan Church is a great example of a church partnered both with Hephzibah62:4 and Keystone Family Alliance that has used Pure Religion Sunday as a tool to deepen and grow awareness and action in their church. Last November they:

• Held an awareness service that featured a young woman formerly in foster care who is now a counselor and therapist.
• Provided foster care/adoption resources to encourage next steps.
• Provided donuts to their local county Children and Youth Services office with notes of appreciation.
• Met tangible needs of several youth in foster care and families at risk.

An invitation from a secular residential facility to Keystone Family Alliance to start a Bible study for teen girls led to a beautiful collaborative effort, with ladies from several churches involved. Bethany Wesleyan ministry leader Kristin Everett explained, “This opportunity to share Christ and His gospel is just amazing, plus these young women are shown love and care from the church community!” 

Pure Religion Sunday is often a first step toward this type of transformational ministry. You are invited to download your FREE Field Guide in English or in Spanish, to explore how God will lead you to shape Pure Religion Sunday at your church, on or around November 9, 2025.

Did you know that participating in Pure Religion Sunday is a starting point that qualifies your Wesleyan church for Hephzibah62:4 partnership and all its benefits? Schedule a coaching conversation here to learn more.

Let's continue to transform the lives of vulnerable children together!

Jodi and team

Leave a legacy of Kingdom building and transforming the lives of vulnerable children by including your local church and Hephzibah62:4 in your ESTATE PLANNING!

COMING THIS FALL

Missed out on the incredible Disability & the Church Conference in the spring?

There's good news! You can attend this slightly abbreviated version in Cleveland, Ohio, September 11-12, 2025. Conference Grants available for qualifying partner churches.

Learn more and contact us for next steps

There's still time to join us. Don't miss out!

CAFO Summit is an unforgettable gathering of Christian leaders, professionals and parents who are passionate about effective care for vulnerable children and families. Join us in Houston, TX, October 1-3. Conference Grants available for qualifying partner churches.

Find out more here

Cohort: The Intersection of Sexuality, Gender, & Vulnerable Children

A 4-week online cohort facilitated by Zach Coffin, a sought after coach because his practical theology approach empowers leaders to walk in grace and truth. Space is limited, with priority given to Hephzibah62:4 partner churches.

Begins October 28. Watch for more info and registration to open in September.

Pure Religion Sunday

On or around November 9, join with churches across the globe committed to live out their church's unique calling to care for vulnerable children and families while growing closer to Jesus as his disciples.

Get your FREE Field Guide and register your event here! En Español.