Brigade Leader | Brigade Leader | Activity https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/members/brigadeleader/activity/ Activity feed for Brigade Leader. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:45:47 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.21.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 22a84f3c7910aeb00d613a8bf825d32f Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=146602 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:44:27 -0500
Time To Pedal For A Purpose 2026

Pedaling for a Purpose 2026 is now open for registration! Units across the country are gearing up for Christian Service Brigade’s annual bike-a-thon, a flexible, no-cost fundraising event happening anytime in…

]]> 1 04b4968e09dae863ca141a401bd381ba Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=144266 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:30:51 -0500
Camp Scholarships: Limited Time

Brigade is providing camp scholarships for boys to go to summer camp. Don’t miss the deadline!

]]> 1 8ef37b874ce136d7729dcf5893c709d1 Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=142260 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:23:51 -0500 0 fdd06bbfd629dd56a8268a8be60bb62d Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=142255 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 01:19:47 -0500
Survey To Help Guide Brigade

Help us by filling out this short survey. As a current or former Brigade leader, you bring perspective that we simply cannot get any other way. We are close to finalizing several meaningful initiatives that…

]]> 8b284ea030057fbe0c6380311b5c1e1f Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=142271 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:31:45 -0500
New StocKar Derby Dashboard

From blocks and wheels to design ideas, curriculum, awards, and free downloadable resources, everything you need to build your pinewood derby cars is available in one place on our new StocKar Derby Dashboard.

]]> 0 356cf07fb1d70889719bb129affd6d67 Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=52084 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:40:17 -0400
First Aid Mission Guide

The First Aid Mission equips young men with an introduction to essential first aid skills and encourages them to grow in biblical compassion for those in need.

]]> 0 6c50038564f4a706e0a90d0eb5afb0be Brigade Leader created the group MOB (Mothers of Brigadiers) https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/14247/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 21:55:44 -0500 1 9f442d4b2c21f6e6b82500506d422ccc Brigade Leader started the discussion First Aid in the forum Battalion Missions/Modules https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/first-aid/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 17:10:50 -0400 First Aid

Ask your questions and share your experiences for the First Aid Mission here.

]]> 8802928c65a6f6cde7802d1798a21c30 Brigade Leader started the discussion Marksmanship 1 in the forum Battalion Missions/Modules https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/marksmanship-1/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 17:08:49 -0400 Marksmanship 1

Ask your questions and share your experiences for the Marksmanship Mission here.

]]> f8eee89347e1b6ca8b3714471c1700b4 Brigade Leader replied to the discussion Question about the Rank Insignia for Leaders and Boys... in the forum Open Discussion https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/rank-insignia-for-leaders-and-boys/#post-28030 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:10:14 -0400 Reply to Question about the Rank Insignia for Leaders and Boys...

There is some code that is causing us to hit our memory limit. We are looking into it to resolve the lag. In the future if you use the contact form I circled in red to communicate issues like this we’ll be sure to see comments like this. We may have missed it buried in the forum. 🙂

]]> ca00d853896a34ebc3d19bec4ab88bfa Brigade Leader replied to the discussion Robots Module, now available with robot project in the forum Stockade https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/robots-module-now-available-with-robot-project/#post-28013 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:28:21 -0400 Reply to Robots Module, now available with robot project

@ardenmusselman did you see this?

]]> 8ff812f4002e53fabf1e7f301b412577 Brigade Leader replied to the discussion Question about the Rank Insignia for Leaders and Boys... in the forum Open Discussion https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/rank-insignia-for-leaders-and-boys/#post-28012 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:17:22 -0400 Reply to Question about the Rank Insignia for Leaders and Boys...

Thomas. I think all you will need is to click the button to take the course. Let me know if you need anything else.

]]> 6e62bbb6b9f5a6680c86ff00823ceeb2 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/13227/#acomment-13233 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:07:40 -0400 I have changed ownership of that group to you. Thank you for letting Arden know. However, if you have questions or needs regarding the website feel free to use the Instant Answer button which gives you access to FAQS, documents, as well as the contact form which comes directly to the tech team for prompt answer;

In reply to - Thomas Weeks to Arden Musselman @ardenmusselman

Hey Arden… Our current Battalion Captain doesn’t really use computers.. and I don’t think he’s even been on here. Now our old Chief (Brad) has left (has to […]

]]> 473767c37d4394acb6e8e9530c56018c Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=27914 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 06:35:45 -0400
Introducing the Brigade Leader App: Connect, Lead, and Grow

We’re excited to introduce the Brigade Leader App, designed to connect Christian Service Brigade leaders with resources and each other—right in the palm of your hand!

]]> 0 dcf5caa9a044f3ba6b7335b3b461fb62 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/13178/#acomment-13179 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:18:46 -0400 Let me check on that for you John!

In reply to - John Petteys posted an update

Hey Stockade leaders,

We are just beginning the Knots Adventure. I noticed that the key verse Proverbs 6:20-22 is not the same version in the boys book and the leaders guide? Do I […]

]]> 516bba7398b9a489e4a18bd1b567d372 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/13168/#acomment-13177 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:00:49 -0400 We’re ready to help! If there are any resources, tools or advice you need the National office is here, along with our Unit Advocates, and the other men who are and will be joining Brigade Leader!

In reply to - Andrew Smith posted an update

Huntsburg Battalion 8049 is registered and ready for a great season!

]]> 49ed7a4ebf0dc9d72db528190b629ace Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/13069/#acomment-13143 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 23:16:33 -0400 @Ted.8093 We built the backbone of Brigade Leader on wordpress and the primary plugin/theme developer helped us turn it into an app. So it runs off of our servers.

In reply to - Keith Patrick Reinsel, Jr. posted an update

The Brigade Leader App is now live on Android and Apple! This is awesome! Download it now!

– Sent from the Android App

]]> af906c76686a3f982686b2e70d7dad2d Brigade Leader posted an update: Our founder Joe Coughlin loved ceremony and wanted to […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/13142/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 23:12:42 -0400 Our founder Joe Coughlin loved ceremony and wanted to find ways to unify Brigadiers across the world. The Watchword originated around 1938 as the idea of starting a Battalion spread among his friends at Wheaton College where Joe was a student and started what we now know as Brigade. It is one of the most consistent features of Brigade that…

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The Battalion's watchword

We are a dedicated group that plays all music that you request on brass instruments from your favorite gospel tunes to Patriotic tunes.We perform in weddings...

]]> 2 dd65991cb53945df71a74ba890e04acb Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=26763 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:03:39 -0400
New Mission Guide: Search and Rescue

The Mission Guide: Search & Rescue – Seeking the Lost inspires and challenges young men in Battalion ministry, focusing on selflessness, accuracy, preparedness, and compassion. Participants explore rescuing the…

]]> 0 4a947de5ad0e04460be31b3d06bf85f2 Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=26765 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:03:08 -0400
New Mission Guide: First Aid

Equip young men with life-saving first aid skills and biblical compassion with the First Aid Mission Guide. Through hands-on training and Scripture-based lessons, they will learn to care for the vulnerable…

]]> 0 7d0256a4cabfcaf6fde02c3738017c2d Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=26766 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:02:32 -0400
New Mission Guide: Fly Fishing

The Fly Fishing Mission equips young men with essential fishing skills while teaching the importance of dedication in their walk with God. Through hands-on activities like casting, reading the water, and…

]]> 0 29c4ec42de49f0545e5a90af004c6c95 Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=26767 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:01:56 -0400
New Mission Guide: Mountain Biking

The Mountain Biking Mission Leader’s Guide offers a thrilling four-week adventure that combines the excitement of mountain biking with valuable lessons in dedication and responsibility. With hands-on activities,…

]]> 0 3b28a402a2be0c538028df821688e726 Brigade Leader replied to the discussion CSB Hiking Safety Rules in the forum Stockade https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/csb-hiking-safety-rules/#post-26794 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:35:53 -0400 Reply to CSB Hiking Safety Rules

I’m not sure where that is. But @ardenmusselman is pretty good at knowing about those resources. Arden do you have any idea where to find that?

]]> f9f1e0298c638c4c0b27fc4a866051e0 Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=26764 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 23:36:46 -0400
New Mission Guide: Canoeing

Dive into the Canoeing Expedition Mission Guide and prepare your Battalion for an exciting four-week adventure on the water! With hands-on canoeing skills, safety lessons, and valuable teamwork experiences,…

]]> 0 b23d873d74be2525776fabcc8e0b0605 Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=26743 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 23:14:50 -0400
New Mission Guide: Marksmanship 1

The Marksmanship I Mission teaches young men the essential skills of firearm safety, handling, and obedience to God’s commands. Engage your Battalion in practical learning and spiritual growth through this impactful mission!

]]> 0 7d9a518e4d02bbec59c6018ff96e9bcc Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/12899/#acomment-12929 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:36:44 -0400 Thank you for bringing this to our attention. we’ll take a look right away.

In reply to - Johnney to Peter Westerman @pwesterman Hi Peter, im trying to do the stockade overview training but im stuck on the stockade uniform page. How do i get past this page? There is no done button. Thanks ]]> 7dd5c147f1de4655519e36f53aebea2a Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/12662/#acomment-12679 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 23:32:29 -0400 Hey there!

I have uploaded our style guide to the resource section of Brigade Leader so you and anyone else has access. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/resources/brigade-style-guide/

I’ve included a PNG I had access to here. I have asked our staff to update the logo page here with updated CSB logos including the shield, main logo, and…

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In reply to - Ted Jones posted an update

Hello! I am looking for the style or brand guide for CSB. I would like to make some custom flags four our unit and would like to use the correct colors and fonts that represent CSB. […]

]]> 3d355221a199f89ee7f908a8ca62b8b6 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/12184/#acomment-12185 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:26:46 -0400 Howdy Jacob!

In reply to - Jacob Tackett posted an update

hi

]]> 9f0e9e52cc5e7257c38cb259842a1a1e Brigade Leader posted an update: A year ago I shared with you how the resurrection was […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/12147/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 21:16:26 -0400 A year ago I shared with you how the resurrection was taking on a whole new vividness and importance as our family walked the last months of my wife’s life after 16 years of battling brain cancer.

Now almost a year after her death I want to share some encouraging lessons God has shown us that I believe will help you appreciate the…

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]]> 2 98e8b89a388b3dc15e41ad131d7f5ed1 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/12114/#acomment-12120 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:47:19 -0400 @Dave-Painter-HBC I will text you in a moment. thanks for reaching out ~Dave Gregg

In reply to - Dave Painter posted an update Hi everyone!

Can someone get me a link to any info/registration for the Norcal camporal this year? Is there a website that I can send to the parents of battalion members?

Thanks!

]]> c0a172bd5bdd5aaa7d059bea64db402d Brigade Leader created a new product CSB Unit Registration 1 Day https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/11763/ Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:48:49 -0400 https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/product/csb-unit-registration-1-day/

]]> 0 0a8ed76e2b7bb701d3597c88e3f2ebda Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/11625/#acomment-11629 Sat, 09 Sep 2023 20:05:43 -0400 We’re sorry you ran into trouble posting. It may be related to an issue we discovered and recently elevated to the developer’s ticketing system to help us troubleshoot. If you private message me with the post content you can help us fix the issue so it doesn’t happen to you or others again. You can always let us know about things like this… Read more

In reply to - Jim Szczodrowski posted an update

The 50’s and 60’s Trailblazer, Explorer and Guide Pins along with the original copper plates for the manufacturing mold.

]]> 85aa66403779b1b70b12f72858549fc2 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/11596/#acomment-11598 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 16:49:02 -0400 Kari, If there is anything we might do to make the registration process better please let me know. You can Private Message me here on brigade leader with any issues or suggestions.

In reply to - kari.lashley to Jeff Lashley @Jeff

Dale thanks for getting back with us this morning. I was finally able to get in and to register our unit for the coming year. I was having issues with the password […]

]]> 212f9aae95ce5a629e6cbeb8261db1a5 Brigade Leader posted an update: Hello CSB Unit Chariman & Key Leader:We know there is a […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/11571/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:04:38 -0400 Hello CSB Unit Chariman & Key Leader:

We know there is a lot in this post. That’s purposeful. So we’ve organized it into categories. Definitely review it now because there is time sensitive information in it but also save the email for future reference. This content has also been pinned to the top of the activity feed of Brigade Leader so you…

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]]> 0 7432650351be21d2afe4fb9f4b8db288 Brigade Leader posted an update: This pas weekend was our annual Battalion competition. […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/11282/ Thu, 27 Apr 2023 18:50:05 -0400

This pas weekend was our annual Battalion competition. we call it the Camporal … not sure why. It was, as it always is a great growing time for the young men and an encouraging time for the older men. Below is a short story of one young man, as well as some pictures.

Enjoy!

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“He was discouraged and disappointed, and to…

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Camporal 2023

316 new items added to shared album

]]> 1 5222433a39839b4e9c803d4b56a4c23e Brigade Leader posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=23604 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 21:35:25 -0500
Footfalls on the Path Behind Me

From being mentored in Battalion to mentoring in Battalion It wasn’t my plan to return. In 2015, at our Battalion’s end-of-the-year banquet, some of my…

]]> 0 90dd0bf9a903e24f39d1c1b1402f33a6 Brigade Leader posted an update: Alumni: There's a lot to do and we need your help to […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10687/ Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:52:19 -0400 Alumni: There’s a lot to do and we need your help to do it.

If you are already serving as a leader we want you to stay focused on that. But if you are an alumni looking for a way to give back watching this video and then responding is a great way to start. https://youtu.be/IrWFKwWUekI

]]> 0 83f2f0048697c75b5f27a0728f5c8ad5 Brigade Leader replied to the discussion Registration in the forum Open Discussion https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/registration/#post-22466 Thu, 08 Sep 2022 15:44:45 -0400 Reply to Registration

Mike! Thank you for posting.

1) reCaptcha

I have been working on fixing this reCaptcha error and am struggling to find the solution. ARE ALL YOUR LEADERS SEEING THIS OR ONLY SOME? The person who implemented this originally is not available right now. So if anyone has any insights that would be great!

2) Names on the invite

You were…

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]]> 294a28b6b9977ca5d3b54a33090e8035 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10444/#acomment-10458 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 04:01:00 -0400 btw, i wrote this short article a few years back on the importance of shaving as a rite of passage. take a look: https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/teaching-boys-to-shave-rites-of-passage/

In reply to - Dave Cameron posted an update

Hi Dave,

I wanted to share my experience of putting a rite of passage ceremony

together for my son when he was in his high school graduating year. Time

goes by so fast. He will be […]

]]> 638ae51d20568f5e12edb8d3b3010c34 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10444/#acomment-10457 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 03:59:34 -0400 Hi Dave! What a great idea. Why don’t you start a discussion under the general topics board here and call it “Rites Of Passage”
https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/forum/general/open-discussion/
I’ll add my own son’s experience as well!
This is Dave Gregg btw @davegregg

In reply to - Dave Cameron posted an update

Hi Dave,

I wanted to share my experience of putting a rite of passage ceremony

together for my son when he was in his high school graduating year. Time

goes by so fast. He will be […]

]]> c1a30ceb1a1fc366805155e8214dd738 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10436/#acomment-10456 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 03:53:40 -0400 Thanks! My Battalion guys are amazing!

In reply to - Dave Gregg posted an update

I challenged our battalion to come up with some memes to advertise our Unit and bring new friends in. Here is some of what they came up with.

]]> 0992b810db97b4f1f8c413777966aa66 Brigade Leader posted an update: This Month's Council Ring Topic: Your Funny […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10414/ Mon, 15 Aug 2022 23:45:31 -0400 This Month’s Council Ring Topic: Your Funny Brigade Stories

It seemed like a good idea at the time: Pee in the Big Gulp cup from 7-11 and then dispose of it out the van window traveling at 65 miles per hour. If you just gulped a bit yourself you know what happened next. Young men learn the hard way … and so do innocent bystanders. Well ……

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Alumni Virtual Council Ring, August 30th @ 8 pm ET

Please fill out the form below so we can send you the link for the Council Ring!

]]> 0 0764299c9eb4f7328efe8f18bf48c4bf Brigade Leader posted an update: Stockade unit 4788 finishing the Hiking Patch in Ripon Ca […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10327/ Mon, 02 May 2022 21:31:09 -0400 Stockade unit 4788 finishing the Hiking Patch in Ripon Ca at the Stanislaus River!

]]> 0 87c209a5fc7f3a0703a4f7004ea0ea16 Brigade Leader posted a new activity comment https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10063/#acomment-10064 Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:26:33 -0400 I’m loving the improvements!

In reply to - Peter Westerman posted an update

Performing some major updates to the look and feel of the site as well as adding some small features.

]]> c12a5a0b110c411d185c54a0d04bd010 Brigade Leader posted an update: Join us for the next Alumni Council Ring. We'll be […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10028/ Tue, 19 Apr 2022 18:56:18 -0400 Join us for the next Alumni Council Ring. We’ll be talking to 10 of our CSB Camp Directors. The Camp Director with the most alumni in attendance will get a free Alumni Shirt.

Register Here to Get the Zoom link: https://forms.gle/GNwhbz4pnPtVYhPz7

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Alumni Virtual Council Ring, April 26th @ 8 pm ET

Please fill out the form below so we can send you the link for the Council Ring!

]]> 1 7ba0f933636a5f7322f99120abcc445e Brigade Leader posted an update: We're Not Growing Leaf Trees!Christian Service […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10027/ Thu, 14 Apr 2022 23:41:17 -0400 We’re Not Growing Leaf Trees!

Christian Service Brigade helps churches and families grow boys into godly men. We look at these boys and we see them where they will be in 20 years, like a farmer who sees a tree full of only leaves and yet has the vision for the fruit that will be there in short order. If you want your boys to grow into godly men…

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]]> 0 5fe3bfaab0118854e8003bf811992cb0 Brigade Leader posted an update: You have probably experienced this same story. You […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10026/ Thu, 14 Apr 2022 23:35:14 -0400 You have probably experienced this same story. You started helping your Brigade unit as a way of ministering to boys.

  • Over time you found that the ministry you wanted to give TO gave back to YOU.
  • Peer relationships developed with your fellow leaders
  • Mentoring relationships with boys developed into friendship as the boys became men…

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]]> 0 4f7603b92612b691a387639eaead84d5 Brigade Leader posted an update: A New Podcast from CSB: Valor Conversations Now live […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10025/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:13:35 -0400 A New Podcast from CSB: Valor Conversations

Now live and available on most major podcasting outlets including Spotify, Deezer, and Podcast Addict. Amazon, Google, and Apple podcast approval is coming in the next couple of days.

Here’s the link to the current main page with new conversations dropping every Friday. Subscribe…

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Valor Conversations

Listen in to popular podcasts and radio shows from around the world or start your own with Spreaker!

]]> 0 fcb91440a0942bd1e7a137d737ae5f84 Brigade Leader posted an update: Here's the Zoom link for the Council […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10010/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 23:04:21 -0400 Here’s the Zoom link for the Council Ring tonight:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85296079575?pwd=SzhUN3hhYlVUcy9Rd0l4REtud1VQQT09

Looking forward to seeing you there!

]]> 0 eb082a47b459689c9d6c81c8a8751524 Brigade Leader posted an update: Alumni Council Ring Thursday March 31st 8pm EST/5pm […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/10009/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 22:35:05 -0400 Alumni Council Ring

Thursday March 31st 8pm EST/5pm PST

We are excited about the topic for this Thursday’s Alumni Council Ring!

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The Word That Changed your Life

“Trail Signs” are what we have often called memory verses. God’s word does indeed provide the signposts we need in life, but I recently saw how life giving…

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Alumni Virtual Gathering, March @ 8 pm ET

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