Arise America is working toward regional transformation by assisting in the advancement of the Kingdom of God in communities that desire this approach. We are committed to producing resources to help accomplish this goal. We also host bi-monthly conference calls to connect, encourage and equip catalytic leaders in their community transformation movements
What We Do
Our desire is to provide resources to help individuals and congregations who want to make a difference in their community. This includes our book, “God’s Dream – Transformation through Kingdom Advancement”. Take the time to read some of the endorsements from leaders in the Body of Christ in the area of impacting cities and our culture, like George Otis Jr, John Dawson and Jim Hodges ( As well as many others). Then make sure you place your order for this valuable resource. We are also making available on this website our audio book of this title.
Our team is also preparing an on line course on “How to transform your community through Kingdom advancement”. This video course will give the student even more detail in the step by step process of how to build your own transformational movement for your community. It will be well worth the cost and time you invest in these classes.
We also make available a by monthly conference call where you can find encouragement and support for your Community transformation ministry. Just give us your information and our team will give you a call and see if you’re ready for this level of engagement with other community transformers.
We also are a network of churches who want to be part of an ongoing movement of Kingdom Advancers. If you’d like to register your congregation then simply fill out the application form on our network page. We will provide an apostolic covering that involves guidance, support and encouragement. This will also include our monthly newsletter as well as invitations for our regional conferences.
Our Mission
Arise America is dedicated to empowering organizations and individuals to become catalysts for community transformation through Kingdom Advancement. Our mission is to empower any individual or organization in becoming instruments of God's work to bring about positive change in their community or county. We offer the following resources to support this mission:
Our Book
"God's Dream: Transformation Through Kingdom Advancement" is available in print, digital, and audio formats. We encourage you to read the numerous endorsements on our website.
Website
Our website provides free audio teachings and conference materials, offering additional insights and strategies (https://arise america.us/home).
Our Course
Becoming a Catalyst for Transformation Through Kingdom Advancement," is a 10-class online
course.
Individual Consultation and Coaching
Personalized support to help you achieve your goals. (Cost determined by the level of Consultation)
Conference Speakers
Providing speakers for your events. Arise America Network: Join our network to receive a monthly newsletter with insights, practical methodologies, and encouragement. Signup on our website. This is a free service for those interested.
Ongoing Support
Participate in our monthly conference calls for continuous support, for those who have completed our course or are in consultation.
Endorsements
Statement of Endorsement of God's Dream by Mike Greider
John Dawson
Can things change? When you look closely at the trajectory of your town; is it deeply discouraging? Is there hope?
You hold in your hands an amazing story. It is also a case study. I don’t really trust theorists marketing untested plans. I treasure an honest report. This is a handbook and guide that grapples with the details. It shows us the spiritual leadership necessary to lift a city out of a death spiral.
John Dawson
Author
Healing America’s Wounds
Statement of Endorsement for "God's Dream -Transformation though Kingdom Advancement"
Dutch Sheets
God's Dream" is more than a book-it's a prophetic call to action. Michael Greider masterfully weaves together the story of Huntington, WV, as a living testimony of what happens when the Ekklesia rises in persevering prayer. This is not theory; it's the raw, real, and miraculous evidence of the kingdom of God advancing through a praying people.
- Dutch Sheets, Best-Selling Author of Intercessory Prayer and Give Him 15
Statement of Endorsement of God's Dream by Mike Greider
Jim Hodges
My friend and ministry colleague, Mike Greider, has written an excellent, very readable, and faith-stirring book on how Huntington, West Virginia, was transformed from a broken city to a city that is now considered a very desirable place to live.
Jim Hodges
Founder and President of the Federation of Ministers and Churches International
December 18, 2024
Statement of Endorsement of God's Dream by Mike Greider
Rodney Lord
God’s Dream is a powerful testament to divine turnaround and supernatural reset. The author, a dear friend and trusted co-laborer in the Kingdom, has not only told this incredible story—he has lived it, led it, and continues to be transformed by it. His journey from experiencing community crisis to community transformation is infused with Kingdom principles, spiritual power, and renewed purpose.
---- Pastor Rodney Lord, Sr. Pastor, Freedom Gate Church, Member - Arise America
About The Author
Michael J. Greider is the founder and president of Arise America, an organization dedicated to equipping God's people for community transformation through Kingdom advancement. He also founded and directs Mission Tri-State, a ministry that has been working to transform the greater Huntington, WV area since 1995. Additionally, he is the founder and president of Transformational Strategies, a company that provides resources and consulting for churches and organizations aiming to help their people experience transformation through Kingdom discipleship.
Michael graduated from Ambassador University in 1977 with a major in Theology and a minor in Business and Journalism. He later completed his Master's Degree in Pastoral Studies with a focus on Pastoral Counseling in 2015 from Grace Communion Seminary.
He served as a full-time pastor for 30 years before feeling called to help one of his members, Tim Robinson, launch Addiction Recovery Care. Since then, ARC has grown to become the largest addiction recovery program in the area. Michael had the opportunity to design and launch their Pastoral Chaplaincy, Spiritual Discipleship, and served as a Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor. Beginning in 2021, he began working with Michael Dudley to establish Hope Nation and Job Hub 180, both organizations committed to helping individuals experience personal transformation, especially those struggling with Substance Use Disorder.
Michael and his wife Dana have three children. Their son Dan is married to Amelia, and they live in Huntington, WV with their three children. Their son David lives in Los Angeles, CA with his two children. Their daughter Michelle and her husband Daniel live in Lexington, KY with their daughter.
The Story Of Huntington WV to the Rest of the World
Donate to the Movement
We invite you to join the calls by making a tax free donation to this movement. Your donation will help us cover the cost of making our video classes so that people can gain more insights and understanding on how to make this happen in their community. Your donations will also help us as we host conferences in the future that will make available to other people and inspiring testimonies of what God is doing in communities around this nation and other parts of the globe