Latest news and stories of how God is moving
A few years ago, Rachael and Jon attended Grace University’s annual missions conference. They both thought it would be a nice break from their studies, as all classes were cancelled to allow students to attend. Earlier in the year, Grace University announced that they were closing so Rachael and Jon were taking more than a … Read More
For most women, the dream of having their own child begins very young. The feelings and thoughts of caring and nurturing and raising a child is part of the heart of most women. You just know that being a parent will be your future. This was the same for Shannon Harrington. She wanted to be … Read More
A few years ago, on a trip to Thailand with her family, Kendall’s eyes were opened, and her heart grew a burden for the people of Thailand. She saw poverty and what was more troubling for Kendall was the people’s desperate need to hear about Jesus. “In Thailand there are so many homeless and unfortunate … Read More
When Omaha schools shut down last year, fear and uncertainty gripped most of us. For single parent families, choosing to stay home or go to work became a real dilemma that seemed overwhelming and hopeless. How do you provide for your family? The idea of a space at Citylight for these kids to come and … Read More
“I used intravenous for the first time ten years ago,” Dom hesitated for a moment. “I remember looking up at the light in the ceiling and I knew I crossed that line. I hit bottom.” “And I remember saying to myself I can’t do this by myself. I’m miserable at it. I need help.” Soon … Read More
Some who are new to Citylight might not know about a group called “No Shame” that meets at the West location on Tuesdays from 6:30 – 8 PM in-person and via zoom. No Shame is a Care Group within Citylight that promotes mental health by focusing on developing a healthy spirit, mind, and body, as … Read More
Seven months ago Justin was in his apartment alone. He just got out of a serious relationship. He was working entirely from home. He was all alone and the weight of loneliness became an overwhelming burden. So he started to pray. He prayed to God to fill what felt like a hole in his heart. … Read More
Being in community can be hard. People are messy. However, God calls us into community with Himself but also with one another. He knows we need to be in community for multiple reasons that are all good for us. At Citylight, we invite others into community through City Groups and then into deeper community with Huddles. … Read More