Book of the Month: Acts
Theme Scripture: Acts 1:8
A new month brings a new opportunity to grow in faith, strengthen our families and fulfil God’s purpose. As we step into October, Archway PIWC District invites every member, family and local church to embrace our theme for the month: “Unleashed Families – Transforming the Church and Society.”
This month, our focus is on the God-given potential of families to become powerful instruments of spiritual growth, discipleship, evangelism and societal transformation. We believe that when families are rooted in Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit and united in purpose, their influence can extend far beyond the walls of the home and the church.
The Book of the Month: Acts
The Book of Acts provides a powerful account of the early Church, demonstrating how ordinary believers, empowered by the Holy Spirit, became witnesses of Christ and agents of transformation.
From the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost to the spread of the Gospel through homes, cities and nations, Acts reminds us that God’s mission involves every believer. Throughout the book, households became places of faith, salvation, fellowship and discipleship.
As we study Acts this month, we are encouraged to build Spirit-filled, Gospel-centred and mission-minded families—families that do not merely receive from the Church but are equipped and unleashed to serve God, share the Gospel and transform society.
Key Scriptures: Acts 1:8; Acts 2:42–47; Acts 10:1–2; Acts 16:25–34; Acts 18:24–26.
Our Preaching Focus for October
Throughout the month, our Sunday messages will explore how families can become instruments of God’s transforming power.
- The Spirit-Empowered Family — Empowered at Home, Unleashed for God’s Mission.
Scriptures: Acts 1:8; Acts 2:17–18. - When a Household Encounters Christ — From Salvation at Home to Transformation in Society.
Scripture: Acts 16:25–34.
These messages will challenge us to pursue spiritual empowerment within our homes and to carry the transforming message of Christ into our communities.
A Call to Every Family
The transformation of the Church and society begins with people who are willing to live out their faith wherever God has placed them. Every home can become a centre of prayer, every parent a spiritual influence, every young person a witness, and every family a channel of God’s love.
This October, let us be intentional about praying together, studying God’s Word, nurturing our children in faith, supporting one another and reaching out to those around us. Let us also recognise that the mission of the Church is not limited to our Sunday gatherings. We are called to be witnesses in our homes, workplaces, schools and communities.
Let Us Be Unleashed!
As a district, we are committed to building a vibrant, multicultural and multigenerational church that impacts London for Christ. This vision requires the participation of every member and every household.
May this month inspire us to move beyond passive faith into active service, beyond personal spiritual growth into family discipleship, and beyond the walls of the church into meaningful community transformation.
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses…” — Acts 1:8
May October be a month of spiritual awakening, empowered families, renewed commitment and lasting Kingdom impact across Archway PIWC District.
OCTOBER: UNLEASHED FAMILIES
Transforming the Church and Society
Stronger Families. Stronger Church. Brighter Society.
