Nurturing Well: Lessons From the Black Church

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A Call to Nurture

Faith, resilience, and care make up the enduring legacy of the Black Church. Although no single congregation embodies all these practices, the collective commitment to nurture people and communities offers profound lessons. Black churches show that ministry isn’t just about preaching; it’s about walking alongside people in love, hope, and service.

Church leaders of all traditions should reflect on their ministries. What intentional strategies can you adopt that integrate wide-ranging care? Small changes—such as creating welcoming spaces and providing practical support—can leave lasting impacts on individuals and communities alike.

In a world that often feels disconnected and divided, the Black Church inspires all faith leaders to keep nurturing well. Let’s strive for a holistic approach, equipping members of Christ’s body to live out their beliefs, improve their communities, and fulfill the Great Commission by making new disciples.

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Wilfred Graves Jr.
Wilfred Graves Jr. (Ph.D., M.Div., Fuller Theological Seminary; M.S., Stanford; S.B., MIT) is the director of the Center for the Study of the Work and Ministry of the Holy Spirit Today at Biola University in La Mirada, California. He also serves as a teaching pastor and scholar in residence at West Angeles Church of God in Christ.

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