The beating heart of Christ's planting of churches is found in corporate prayer. It is through corporate intercession that the leader and the team of shepherds find release from fears, misconceptions, prejudices, pride, and self-will. This release comes as Christ Himself visits them. He makes them one in heart and mind as they pray together. What are they seeking? For God to work in others, of course, but as a presupposition of His working they must be seeking a manifestation of Christ's presence in their own hearts and lives. C. John Miller
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The vision for this church was to provide a community where people would be able to come together in a safe environment where they could have fellowship with other people. Knowing that people are most comfortable when they are having fun, the idea of being one in heart and mind came into play. By this, we mean that we should all think and act in the same way because we understand each other and feel safe around each other. This is why corporate prayer is such an important part of our ministry because it allows us to bring us closer to God and other people.

Source: The Heart Of A Servant Leader: Letters From Jack Miller

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