The Soul Care Package
Small Beginnings
The idea for the Soul Care Package began on a mission trip to Mississippi, where I realized how limited our outreach materials were and kept asking, “Why can’t we put everything someone needs in one place?” After returning home, I began experimenting with small Bibles, handwritten notes, church invitations, and Scripture references. Over time, those early outreach boxes grew into the hardcover Soul Care Package we use today: a collection of thoughtful resources designed to point people to Christ and help them engage with the truths of Scripture. Click the button below to learn more about our story.
#1: The Hardcover Bible
As talked about in the story of the Soul Care Package, these Bibles carry a sense of value and keepability for whoever receives them. We wanted to make sure each Bible felt special, something that a person would want to hold onto, not just for a moment, but for years to come. Our goal was to include a Bible that could truly last a lifetime, one that wouldn’t be easily thrown away, forgotten, or damaged. Even if it ends up sitting on a shelf for years, one day they might stumble upon it again, and that moment could be exactly when they need it most. We believe that when someone receives a Bible that feels meaningful and built to last, they are more likely to treasure it and, in time, open it to discover the truth of God’s Word.
#2: The Front Cover Sticker
This is the eye-catcher. The front cover sticker, labeled “7 Common Myths About Christianity,” wraps around to the inside of the Bible, where it includes Bible verses that answer common questions and reveal important truths. The design works by sparking curiosity and encouraging people to open the Bible. Our hope is that their curiosity will take them even further, leading them to read more, explore the referenced verses, and discover the truth found in God’s Word. This resource is continuing to be improved by many Pastors and Apologists.
#3: Where To Start Guide
If our front cover sticker does its job, this resource becomes incredibly valuable. Many outreach Bibles require people to open them up and search to find anything like this, and most never realize that those materials are even there. Because of that, they don’t begin looking at all. In our Soul Care Packages, we place this resource right next to the front cover sticker, making sure it’s easy to see and ready for whoever might need it. Our hope is that the front cover sticker sparks enough curiosity for someone to start reading Scripture and begin discovering its truth. This resource includes six recommended Bible verses and encourages readers to begin with the Gospel of Mark.
#4: Resources Bookmark
Now the resources become a bit more advanced. This part is for those whose curiosity has been sparked, who have discovered the truth of the Gospel, and are ready to grow even more. To feed this God-given desire, we have collaborated with Lutheran Hour Ministries to provide hundreds of free resources, including reading plans, daily devotions, and more! More information on their ministry can be found here
#5: Invitation To A Local Church
Now they’re loving the Bible and actively seeking Christ. This is the stage where faith begins to take root and grow. To help guide them further, the back cover of each Bible includes an invitation to a local church, a gathering of believers, and a place where God’s Word is faithfully preached, Baptism and the Lord’s Supper are rightly administered, and faith is strengthened within the community of believers. Our hope is that this step helps connect them with a church family where they can continue learning, growing, and walking with Christ. We have included a map of local churches in this resource so they can be shared outside your local community, but we actively encourage those distributing them to include their own personal invitation to their local Church.
Conclusion
As you can probably tell by now, every part of these Soul Care Packages is made with purpose. From the overall theme to the placement of each item, everything is designed with the everyday person in mind and how likely they are to engage with it. I pray earnestly that we can share these packages with communities around the world, especially in our own hometowns, where outreach is so often overlooked.