We are currently accepting applications for the next cohort of Leaders Lab, which will begin in October. Over the next few weeks, while we are still selling at early bird pricing, we will be sharing the experiences of Leaders Lab participants from earlier cohorts. I...
FCS is known for creating a cafe and grocery store in a food desert. We are known for building gorgeous, affordable houses in low-income neighborhoods. Soon, we will be known for turning a defunct gas station into a restaurant. Because of our accomplishments, people...
I once worked at a youth development after-school and summer program for middle and high school students in an underserved neighborhood. At the beginning of each semester, we spent a lot of time asking the students what activities they wanted us to offer them. Did...
As the Director of Training and Education here at FCS, I wrestle with the tension between God’s ability to use anyone, regardless of credentials, and the helpfulness of applicable skills. When it comes to ministry and working towards holistic community development,...
At FCS, our hyper-focus on local neighborhood has been a hallmark and a boon. It has helped us to weave the fabric of place here in South Atlanta. It’s helped us to build deep relationships, to recognize the image of God in our neighbors. Integrating into this place...
“There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they’re falling in.” ~ Desmond Tutu When I first ran into this quote, I laughed out loud. I didn’t laugh because the quote is funny, but...