Encountering the Logos Ministry
What is Encountering the Logos Ministry (ELM)?
A new ministry for people seeking depth, truth, and connection in an increasingly secular culture.
Encountering the Logos Ministry (ELM) is a Christ-centered, interdenominational community where men and women gather to study Scripture, engage in open dialogue, and grow in genuine faith. Led by veteran pastor and global mission leader Dan McNerney, ELM offers a space to encounter the living Word of God. Each gathering is shaped by thoughtful teaching, courageous conversation, and relational trust.
In a time when the Church is often pushed to the cultural margins, ELM meets people where they are—spiritually curious, longing for truth, and hungry for real connection. With groups forming from across the US, ELM works alongside the local church to help attendees rediscover the Gospel and follow Jesus with conviction, humility, and hope. This is not surface-level faith—this is Scripture that challenges, fellowship that heals, and Christ at the center of it all.
A Place for Seekers, Believers,
and the Spiritually Restless
Encountering the Logos Ministry (ELM) is for anyone navigating faith in today’s chaotic, morally confusing, complex culture that often seems upside down. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the claims of Jesus or you’ve walked with Him for years, ELM welcomes you into a community that values honesty, depth, and spiritual growth.
For those who are spiritually curious or hungry, ELM can be a valuable guide to encounter the Living Christ. For more committed believers, ELM fosters ongoing spiritual growth into the likeness of Christ. For either pursuit, ELM provides fellowship without performance, and truth without compromise.
How Scripture, community, and honest conversation are changing lives through ELM.
“Dan has a unique and wonderful way of bringing Scripture to life for me. His weekly Bible study has brought me a renewed faith in Christ as well as a deep camaraderie with all of the others in the group. Now, Tuesday morning is the “Church” I’ve been looking for in my life for a long time.”
Todd L., Greenfield Center, NY
“The Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study sets the tone for the rest of the week. Dan’s teaching and interacting with men like myself striving to understand the Word of God and the teachings of his Son help make sense of the chaos we see in the world today.”
David G., Naples, FL
“Dan’s ministry in small group Bible study is both comforting and challenging, and always based on helping people discover and share how God is speaking to them through Scripture. If we wander off track he brings us back to the flock.”
Denis and Ellen N., Wilmette, IL
“Dan is an exceptionally gifted teacher, but more importantly a great friend and mentor. Through him my understanding of the Gospel and love of the Lord has grown exponentially.”
John P., Glencoe, IL
“Dan has been a loving voice in connecting my Jewish identity with my identity as a follower of Christ.”
Neil F., The Woodlands, TX
“I’ve known Dan for almost 30 years and still gain new insights on the Bible every time we open it up.”
Bruce W., Glencoe, IL
“While I am a “cradle Catholic” with 16 years of Catholic education, I had never been part of a Bible study group nor ever experienced anyone delving into Scripture as Dan does on our calls. That, coupled with the fellowship and candid sharing in our group, has been a powerful combination for strengthening my faith.”
Bill R., Alanson, MI
“Dan has provided me with a place I can get spiritually filled every week. His insight and interpretation of the Bible is the best I have found over my 45 year journey being a Christian and his genuine persona and caring nature makes you feel immediately valued. I can’t say enough good things about Dan.”
Michael H., Highwood, IL
“Dan’s ministry filled a void in my spiritual growth. His insights and the group discussion offer a fresh perspective on scriptures and their daily application.”
John F., Northbrook, IL
Curious About ELM?
See What’s Possible When We Encounter
The Living Christ Together.
Learn more about our groups, gatherings, and growing community of truth-seekers.
Whether you’re looking to explore your faith or connect with others on the journey, ELM offers a place to belong—and a gospel worth living for. We’d like to hear from you.
Contact us to learn more about what it means to Encounter the Logos.