Michael Houle

Our first episode in a new podcast series on raising leaders in rural places... A big thanks to Steve Donaldson, Founder of Rural Compassion, for sharing his heart and insights! youtu.be/1j4j6zIv0J8

We are looking back to one of the most impactful blog articles in 2025 by CRM Fellow (and Grove City College senior) Emily Fox as she reflected on her experience shooting a video for the Center for Rural Ministry with Garrett Heath. ruralministry.org/the-garage-how…... Here's a link to the final video project: youtu.be/GGTwkSGBL7Q?si…

The CRM Annual Conference at Grove City College was an incredible weekend of learning and fellowship among academics, pastors, and lay leaders from across the country. Our theme this year was "The Local Church on Mission" and featured a variety of guest speakers who called us to reimagine what revitalization can look like in our communities and ministries. #ruralministry

NEW BLOG POST: "What you need is presence, consistency, and a willingness to love people without needing them to come to your church. Our story after the fire, the growth of the backpack drive, the joy of the park party, none of that happened overnight. It grew from years of showing up, listening, learning, and serving." Pastor Michael Houle will be joining us all the way from Chippewa Fall, Wisconsin at the CRM Conference this weekend for the Rural Ministry Panel! Read the story of his church here! ruralministry.org/engaging-the-c… -church-fire-refined-a-small-town-churchs-vision

The CRM Annual Conference is almost here — a powerful gathering created for rural pastors, by rural pastors. In 17 days, we come together to: 🎤 Hear from Steve McVey, Dirt Roads Network. 🤝 Connect with fellow pastors who understand the unique joys & challenges of rural ministry 🗨️ Learn practical tools for church revitalization and church planting 🔥 Leave encouraged, equipped, and re-energized for the road ahead 📅 Date: September 5-6 👇Location: Grove City College ⌨️Register today: ruralministry.org/conference-mai…

So great..

BADGERS WIN THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP IN WOMENS HOCKEY🔥

A tough Friday! 😉

@Dmajik7 I was on the sidelines for this game as part of the high school band. And you were not over the line😊

Thankful I WASN’T over the line. Great Team. Great Fans. Great Memories. 💚💛

2024-2025 Golden Bear Basketball #BEDIFFERENT #BEARCULTURE

@AnnieAgar This is amazing!

1.2 mile swim. 56 mile bike. 13.1 mile run. this week TeamAgar finished another half Ironman. anything is possible ♥️

Great turnout today for our backpack giveaway! Never gets old seeing a kid smile!

Relationships take time for closeness to grow. Our relationship with Jesus is designed the same way. The focus on our faith is becoming more like him. That’s the expression of Jesus we carry in our lives. Join us 10am at Valley Vineyard as we share how to grow. Welcome Home!

Happy Father’s Day to my Dad! Thank you for your support, generosity, and encouragement in our lives! And for all kindness and love!

Life’s journey can feel like riding a roller coaster. When it comes to Jesus it can feel like life is upside down. But maybe God is turning your life right side up. Join us 10am at Chippewa Vineyard Church as we discuss how Jesus turns our world right side up. Welcome Home!

Life is not done alone, especially when it comes to needing guidance. It would great if God would sky write what we are to do, but doesn’t happen that way. Yet does God guide us today? If so how does that look? Join us 10am Valley Vineyard as we share those answers. Welcome Home!