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Complete Issue, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

No abstract provided.

Brochure - 2004 Calvin Symposium On Worship And The Arts, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

A mailer advertising the 2004 Calvin Symposium on Worship, including a schedule and instructions for registration.

Program Book - 2004 Calvin Symposium On Worship And The Arts, Calvin Institute Of Christian Worship

Symposium on Worship Archive

Program book for the 2004 Calvin Symposium on Worship, including a schedule, presenter bios, and practical information.

61st Annual Pepperdine Bible Lectureship -- The Mystery Of Godliness: Great Themes From 1 Timothy (2004), Jerry Rushford

Pepperdine Bible Lectures: Programs

Program booklet for the 61st Annual Pepperdine Bible Lectures, held at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, May 4-7, 2004. The Pepperdine Bible Lectures is an annual event hosted by Pepperdine University featuring a wide variety of lectures and classes on topics and themes in the Bible and Christianity.

Jerry Rushford, Lectureship Director

Bill Henegar, Rick Gibson, Whitney Wall, and Patty Atkisson, Lectures Team

Western Theological Seminary Catalog: 2004-2006, Western Theological Seminary

Western Theological Seminary Catalogs

Western Theological Seminary catalogs 1869-[ongoing] (incomplete). Also published as Calendar and Bulletin.

Introduction, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

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Tracking The Emerging Church, Eddie Gibbs, Ryan Bolger Fuller Theological Seminary

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

While traditional denominations struggle to maintain their blanket coverage of the nation, there are discernable movements emerging, as part of the decentralization process, in the major population centers around the world – movements that are typically decentralized, spontaneous and grass-roots. They are particularly strong among the under 35s generations, although by no means confined to them. Churches identified with these new movements go by a number of names: “churches in emerging culture, “ “alternative worship,” “postmodern church,” “simple church,” “liquid church,” “organic church,” or simply “the emerging church.” Personally, we prefer the last mentioned, as, in our view, the church …

Do Church Planting Systems Help Church Planters? A Summary And Study Of The System That Southern Baptists Use To Support Their Church Planters, Ed Stetzer

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

Does the presence of a church planting system assist in the growth of new churches? Anecdotal information has existed for years. It seemed to many that church planters did better when they were screened, had mentors, met with other planters, etc. However, there has been no large-scale study on the subject until now. This paper presents the results of a three-year of study of the Church Planting Process (CPP) used by the Home Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention.

8 Passions Needed For Church Planting And Church Renewal Impressions From A Church Planting Tour In Australia, Edgar Machel

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

In April 2002 I had the opportunity to be part of a church planting tour in Australia. How are young churches in Australia able to reach secular and a-religious people? How are they different from traditional churches? How much is transferable and how much is culture bound? Those questions accompanied us while we were planning our excursion. The churches we attended and/or studied were Independent, Charismatic, Baptist and Seventh-day Adventist.

What Is Wrong With The Homogeneous Unit Principle?: The Hup In The 21st Century Church, Skip Bell

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

If you find the homogeneous unit principle to be controversial, credit Donald McGavran, who launched the church growth movement with his important work, Understanding Church Growth, first published in 1970. McGavran describes this principle: “Men like to become Christians without crossing racial, linguistic, or class barriers.” What exactly did McGavran and other key church growth researchers mean by this principle?

Big Picture Curricula For Multiethnic Ministry, Tom A. Steffen

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

This article will propose a storied, big-picture approach to multiethnic ministry. It will advocate curriculum that builds a cathedral rather than isolated rooms. Before considering story-based, big-picture curricula I will first look at how the multiethnic church, and other types of churches, relates to the dominate theological themes of unity and diversity.

1990-2003 Index Of The Journal Of The American Society For Church Growth, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

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Introduction, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

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Glanzer's "The Quest For Russia's Soul: Evangelicals And Moral Education In Post-Communist Russia" - Book Review, Dr. Donald Fairbairn

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

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The East-West Church & Ministry Report, Mark Elliott

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

No abstract provided.

Growing In Wisdom And Stature And In Favor With God And Humanity: Holistic Christian Mentoring With A Small Group Component, David Paul Koppel

ATS Dissertations

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Old East Side’S Daunting Challenge: The “Cultural Enclave”, George G. Hunter

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

An explanation of how older churches become cultural enclaves, and how they can be renewed as apostolic congregations.

Calvin Theological Journal (Vol 38 No 1 - April 2003), Calvin Theological Seminary

Calvin Theological Journal

Articles: Calvin’s Concept of Natural and Roman Law by Irena Backus - 7 / Devaluing the Scholastics: Calvin’s Ethics of Usury by Michael Wykes - 27 / Christ’s Atonement: A Multi-Dimensional Approach by Willem van Asselt - 52 / The Noetic Effects of Sin: A Review Article by Dewey J. Hoitenga - 68 / Scholia et Homiletica: A New Age Love Story: Worldview and Ethics in the Gospel of John by Hans Boersma - 103 / “Making Proclamation to the Spirits in Prison”: Another Look at 1 Peter 3:19 by Andrew J. Bandstra - 120 / John Knox …

Daughter Church Planting Makes Sense, Mark Williams

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

Dr, Mark Williams, a specialist in church planting, shares his story of becoming involved in daughter church planting. His article “Daughter Church Planting Makes Sense” will be a very helpful piece for everyone concerned for the expansion of Christ’s Church.

Introduction, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

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Enough Is Enough: 24 Hours/Day Is Enough, James Y.S. Wong

Doctor of Ministry

Today many people are crying for more time. Many pastors are also. The contents of this writing endeavor to address the issue of time starvation among overworked pastors. My conviction is that the God-given 24 hours a day is enough. God will never ask from us what we cannot give. Often we are victims of our own aspirations. The discussions and solutions provided in this writing fit into the shared values of pastoral ministry: a) our faithfulness to our ministerial call; b) our dedication to the Lord; and c) our love for His church and His people. Based upon these …

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum: January 2003, Duane Kelderman, John Bolt, Lugene Schemper

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum (2002- )

Reflections
3 - Is Seminary Education for Pastors Still Necessary? by Duane Kelderman
5 - Warning! Seminary May Be Hazardous to Your Spiritual Health by John Bolt
7 - Interview on Continuing Theological Education with editor Lugene Schemper
9 - Seminary Education for Hispanic Pastors by Lugene Schemper

Departments
10 - Discipling
11 - Preaching
12 - Continuing Education
14 - News

Suggested Shifts In Preparation For The Spontaneous Expansion Of The North American Church, J. D. Payne

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

In this major article, Payne notes three paradigm shifts—theological, strategical, methodological—that need to be rethought in increase effectiveness in church planting.

Introduction, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

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A Brief Biography And Missiology Of Robert E. Logan, J. D. Payne

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

Robert Logan has been one of the key leaders in the field of church planting for nearly two decades. Yet, little has been written about his life and ministry. Seeing a need to provide biographical information on this well-known church leader, J.D. Payne took the time to study Logan and write this biography.

Index 1990-2002, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

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Calvin Theological Seminary Forum: October 2002, Ronald J. Feenstra, Ronald J. Nydam, Rev. John Scott, David Rylaarsdam

Calvin Theological Seminary Forum (2002- )

Reflection
3 - Forgiven—and Forgiving by Ronald J. Feenstra
6 - Forgiving Seventy Times Seven by Ronald Nydam
8 - Charge to a Young Leader 1 Timothy 6:11-12 by the Rev. John Stott
10 - Prayer for the Students of Calvin Seminary by David Rylaarsdam

Departments
11 - The Council Room
12 - Presidential Inauguration
14 - News

Introduction, Gary L. Mcintosh

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

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The Church Growth Movement And The Gospel And Our Culture Network: An Ongoing Dialog, Timothy J. Peck

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

Major criticism of the Church Growth Movement has come from the Gospel and Our Culture Network. However, many people have had a difficult time understanding the real issues involved. Timothy Peck presents a thorough study of the two viewpoints.

Healthy Church Growth Happens When Pastors Stay A Long Time, Russ Green

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

This is a study of pastoral tenure and church growth. Pastoral tenure has always been considered a necessity for church growth, a truth that this study among the Evangelical Free Church confirms.