Common Grounds

05/02/2026

Have you watched this yet?

This conversation on unity is something every believer should hear.

🎧 Watch here: https://youtu.be/BQ5b-n0mFiI

💬 What stood out to you most?

05/01/2026

Can the Church truly unite?

In this powerful conversation, we explore Receptive Ecumenism with Paul D. Murray—a fresh and deeply needed approach to Christian unity.

What if unity doesn’t start with agreement… but with learning from one another?

🎙️ Join us as we unpack:
▪ What Receptive Ecumenism really means
▪ Why division still exists—and what can be done
▪ A new posture the Church might need today

This isn’t just theory—it’s a challenge to how we live out our faith together.

▶️ Watch now: https://youtu.be/BQ5b-n0mFiI

💬 After watching, tell us: Do you think unity in the Church is possible today?

04/14/2026

Looking to grow deeper in your faith journey?

This month, we’re revisiting some of our most meaningful conversations on Spiritual Formation—featuring voices who guide us through transformation, healing, and walking closely with God.

🎧 Start with these episodes:
• Being with God – Casey Tygrett & Tim Robinson
• Be Transformed – Rhonda Lowry & Jeanie Shaw
• Spiritual Direction – Kris Miller
• Healing What’s Within – Chuck DeGroat
• Emotionally Healthy Spirituality – David Bruce

Whether you're just starting or continuing your journey, these conversations are worth your time.

👉 Start here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcLbtXPWoAyJDyKIHIcjXQSjIdKEG8eHL

04/09/2026

The Christian Standard Magazine asked me to write an article that was published in the March/April issue. The article is titled "Tear Down This Wall." You can read it here https://christianstandard.com/print.../march-april-2026/... on page 66.

In this issue of Christian Standard, we explore the beauty, challenge, and necessity of friendship. From companionship in ministry and Christian commu

04/05/2026

Watch Marty Solomon on the CGU YouTube Channel or listen wherever you get your podcasts! Marty talks about his new book, "The Gospel of Being Human."

02/10/2026

The Category: Next Gen Voices. In our CGU Survey, we asked, "What are we missing and/or how can we address the needs better?" Below is a summary statement compiled from several responses. Tell us what you think. Is this on track? Each day, I will post another summary response.

The Response: Respondents said that there is a strong call for hearing from, or making space at the leadership table for Next Gen Voices, Now Gen Voices, and a diversity of voices.

So here is my question, “Is there a need to make room for younger voices and the voices of those who are currently leaders, but due to power dynamics, are having their voices marginalized. And what about a diversity of voices, both gender and race? What needs to be done to address this concern?

02/09/2026

Results of the CGU Survey - tell us what you think. I will share more insights in the coming days. If you cannot see it here you can view it with the link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HnQUl_-1GSR_gok_cT-r5hEii_nO0zVf/view?usp=sharing
What are your thoughts? Are these the important topics? If you have not seen or taken the survey you can do so here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDCw6kSE-SfkSSOsXCs9NBoGa_4xnEwt1_1IqK1MBHHQup6g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117690570280540026266

02/06/2026

Chuck DeGroat - Healing What's Within - CGU Podcast audio or YouTube
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/178-chuck-degroat-healing-whats-within/id1551270786?i=1000748481625

01/28/2026

Common Grounds Needs Your Advice and Just 3 minutes of Your Time
We have had 75 respond to the survey, naming their top three choices for CGU to focus on when creating special events or content. And providing any additional suggestions or advice. Note that more detailed explanations of the items in the above list are in the survey.

We want as many people as possible to contribute so we have a clear direction for 2026 and 2027. Please help us out and take the short survey today!
https://forms.gle/HYyuScwjJpcR82k96

01/25/2026

Check out the "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality" YouTube video with David Bruce. https://youtu.be/0sQbxx-hIeU

Kevin Withem has a heartfelt conversation with David Bruce, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and elder. Kevin and David discuss Peter Scazzero...