When the pastor is strengthened, the home, the church, and society are helped and blessed.
This ministry exists to support and encourage local pastors and their families by providing helpful resources, information, and events. It also invites pastors from various Christian denominations to join an email list for updates on cultural and spiritual issues impacting local churches.
Subscribe to our E-mail list to join a specialty list of concerned pastors from a variety of Christian denominations, who have requested to be informed of culturally spiritual issues which may affect the local church.
Tim Wildmon, President of the American Family Association, has tasked the author with helping pastors engage in today’s cultural challenges and live out Romans 12:1-2 by renewing their minds. Drawing on 37 years of pastoral experience, the author aims to support pastors in strengthening their spiritual, family, and moral lives through the Repairing the Foundations website and the ministry of AFA/AFR.
As laws and court rulings continue to redefine marriage, churches and faith-based organizations face growing uncertainty about their freedoms. Questions arise over whether ministries will retain the right to hire based on biblical beliefs about sexuality, if their health insurance will be required to cover abortifacients, or if certain scripture passages could be labeled as “hate speech.” These challenges force church leaders to consider where they will draw the line between obeying government regulations and staying true to their understanding of God’s commands.
Scriptural examples emphasize faithful obedience to God even under pressure from authority. Peter’s defiance in Acts 4:18–22, Daniel’s steadfastness before the king, and the courage of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego illustrate the biblical resolve to honor God above all. The hope expressed is that modern believers will find similar strength through scripture, remaining steadfast and proclaiming truth regardless of cultural or legal changes, staying faithful to “preach the Word in season and out of season.”
The Fishbowl Retreat is an annual event designed to provide rest, renewal, and fellowship for pastors and their wives. Hosted by Bert and Jan Harper, directors of AFA’s Marriage & Family Ministry, the retreat is held at locations such as Pickwick Landing State Park. It offers spiritual encouragement, practical teaching from Christian leaders like Dr. Alex McFarland and JJ Jasper, and time for renewal in ministry and marriage. All lodging, meals, and retreat materials are provided.
The Fishbowl Retreat is an annual event designed to provide rest, renewal, and fellowship for pastors and their wives. Hosted by Bert and Jan Harper, directors of AFA’s Marriage & Family Ministry, the retreat is held at locations such as Pickwick Landing State Park. It offers spiritual encouragement, practical teaching from Christian leaders like Dr. Alex McFarland and JJ Jasper, and time for renewal in ministry and marriage. All lodging, meals, and retreat materials are provided.
Stand together with like-minded pastors who believe in the authority of Holy Scripture while spreading salt and light to a lost and dying world.
This is a procured list of resources that are provided by American Family Assocation that can help you on your spiritual journey with Christ.
