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Church Turnaround: Perspectives, Principles, And Practices, Kenneth E. Priddy
Church Turnaround: Perspectives, Principles, And Practices, Kenneth E. Priddy
Great Commission Research Journal
Prominent church analysts agree that over 80% of American Protestant churches are in plateau and decline and that the growth of the church is not keeping pace with the growth of the population. Sacrifice on the part of church leaders and congregants is sorely needed but strongly resisted, as congregations tend to prefer stability and familiarity above risk and change. This paper presents insights into the origin of plateau and decline and offers perspectives, principles, and practices that when properly and faithfully applied, generate health, growth, and multiplication in churches that commit to sustainable church turnaround.
A Critique Of The Multi-Ethnic Church Planting Strategy, Gustavo Suarez
A Critique Of The Multi-Ethnic Church Planting Strategy, Gustavo Suarez
Great Commission Research Journal
This paper seeks to discover if the multiethnic church planting strategy is effective in reaching a multicultural nation. This paper will first take a brief look at the challenges of an ethnic population in North America with primary emphasis given to the Hispanic population. Second, I will present supportive evidence for the multiethnic church planting view. Third, I will present arguments against the multiethnic strategy. Fourth, I will give observations and implications for the church. The main source of argument centers more in the methodology used. The reader will readily see the contrasting theological and cultural opinions of these two …
Book Review: Urban Impact: Reaching The World Through Effective Urban Ministry By John L. Thompson, Timothy R. Sisk
Book Review: Urban Impact: Reaching The World Through Effective Urban Ministry By John L. Thompson, Timothy R. Sisk
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Global Church Planting: Biblical Principles And Best Practices For Multiplication By Craig Ott And Gene Wilson, Tom Steffen
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Plateaued Church: Creating A Culture Of Growth, Phil Stevenson
Plateaued Church: Creating A Culture Of Growth, Phil Stevenson
Great Commission Research Journal
The plateaued and declining churches are a great challenge for denominational leaders. This paper deals with this challenge. It is the premise of this work that denominations, especially at the judicatory level of their organization, need to be culture creators. Leaders must create a culture where plateaued and declining churches can move from ill health to healthy, fit congregations. Such a culture will only be created when judicatory leaders readjust their role from administration to consulting, coaching, strategizing, and vision casting.
Interdependent Church Planting Among The Urban Poor: A Case Study With Living Bread Ministries In Southern Brazil, G. Patrick Hubbard Ii
Interdependent Church Planting Among The Urban Poor: A Case Study With Living Bread Ministries In Southern Brazil, G. Patrick Hubbard Ii
Great Commission Research Journal
This case study will highlight the work of Living Bread Ministries. I will detail our seven-year journey of beginning LBM, building interdependent partnerships with indigenous leaders, and planting eight churches in the favelas within the metropolitan area of Porto Alegre, Brazil. In addition, I will discuss how these partnerships have led to planting churches and to establishing a Brazilian-led church planting ministry which shares the vision and focus of LBM. Through this organization, Brazilian individuals and churches are joining us to plant churches among the urban poor in Brazil and beyond. Finally, I will share some theological principles that are …
Intergenerational Church Splits, Eunice Hong, Richard L. Starcher
Intergenerational Church Splits, Eunice Hong, Richard L. Starcher
Great Commission Research Journal
Generational and cultural differences between the first- and second-generation Korean American church leaders have caused division, anxiety, and tension. Though nearly all immigrant churches recognize the difficulties of embracing different generations and cultures, the lack of attention has resulted in frustration, bitterness, and ultimately, separation of the church. This article explores key factors contributing to church splits in multigenerational Korean-American churches in the greater Los Angeles area. Research participants included seventeen second-generation Korean-Americans. While they were from different churches and various denominations, all participants were involved in a church split. Data was collected through open-ended, semi-structured interviews. A careful analysis …
Book Review: Total Church: A Radical Reshaping Around Gospel And Community By Tim Chester And Steve Timmis, Rod Earls
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Characteristics Of Turnaround Pastors, Gordon Penfold
Characteristics Of Turnaround Pastors, Gordon Penfold
Great Commission Research Journal
While the population of the United States grows, the percentage of people attending church continues to plummet. Much of the drop can be attributed to the 70% to 85% of the churches that have plateaued or declined in attendance. However, bright spots are on the church landscape. Many churches, after decades of plateau or decline, begin to turn around and grow as they are led by “turnaround” pastors. This paper explores the leadership characteristics of turnaround pastors in contradistinction to non-turnaround pastors and argues that church renewal and church planting are critical components needed for a healthy twenty-first century church.
Papers Of Mark Elliot - Institute Of East-West Christian Arc2005-003 - Finding Aid, Mark Elliot
Papers Of Mark Elliot - Institute Of East-West Christian Arc2005-003 - Finding Aid, Mark Elliot
Finding Aids
No abstract provided.
The Effectiveness Of Visual Images: Preaching In Postmodern And Post-Christian Ministry Context, Eneyas Da Silva Freitas
The Effectiveness Of Visual Images: Preaching In Postmodern And Post-Christian Ministry Context, Eneyas Da Silva Freitas
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Exploring Leadership Practices For Korean Missionary Wives In Davao City, Philippines, Kyung Ja Kim
Exploring Leadership Practices For Korean Missionary Wives In Davao City, Philippines, Kyung Ja Kim
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Developing An Effective Preaching Ministry For Urban Pastors In The Philippines, Winston C. Reyes
Developing An Effective Preaching Ministry For Urban Pastors In The Philippines, Winston C. Reyes
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
2012 - 106th Annual Summit, "Intimacy", Abilene Christian University, Abilene Christian University
2012 - 106th Annual Summit, "Intimacy", Abilene Christian University, Abilene Christian University
Lectureship and Summit Programs
No abstract provided.
Mentoring As A Tool For Leadership Development In The Redeemed Christian Church Of God, Nigeria, Oladimeji Babatunde
Mentoring As A Tool For Leadership Development In The Redeemed Christian Church Of God, Nigeria, Oladimeji Babatunde
ATS Dissertations
No abstract provided.
Restoration Churches And Movements In Europe: Great Challenges And New Opportunity, Yann Opsitch
Restoration Churches And Movements In Europe: Great Challenges And New Opportunity, Yann Opsitch
Leaven
No abstract provided.
The International Churches Of Christ (Icoc), Robert Carrillo
The International Churches Of Christ (Icoc), Robert Carrillo
Leaven
No abstract provided.
The New Zealand Story: The Stone-Campbell Movement In New Zealand, Lindsay Jacobs
The New Zealand Story: The Stone-Campbell Movement In New Zealand, Lindsay Jacobs
Leaven
No abstract provided.
Metropolis: A Stone-Campbell Mosaic, Jared Looney
The Stone-Campbell Movement In Canada, Claude Cox, Stan Litke
The Stone-Campbell Movement In Canada, Claude Cox, Stan Litke
Leaven
No abstract provided.
The Restoration (Stone-Campbell) Movement In Africa: Its Beginning And Development, Bosela Eale
The Restoration (Stone-Campbell) Movement In Africa: Its Beginning And Development, Bosela Eale
Leaven
No abstract provided.
The International Churches Of Christ: A Historical Overview, John F. Wilson
The International Churches Of Christ: A Historical Overview, John F. Wilson
Leaven
No abstract provided.
Review: The Facilitator Era: Beyond Pioneer Church Multiplication, Edward L. Smither
Review: The Facilitator Era: Beyond Pioneer Church Multiplication, Edward L. Smither
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary (1973-2015)
No abstract provided.
Lessons From A Tentmaking Ascetic In The Egyptian Desert: The Case Of Evagrius Of Pontus, Edward L. Smither
Lessons From A Tentmaking Ascetic In The Egyptian Desert: The Case Of Evagrius Of Pontus, Edward L. Smither
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary (1973-2015)
In this article, an invitation is given to modern practitioners and thinkers on missionary tentmaking - especially those from the majority world- to reflect on the apparent tentmaking approach of the fourth-century monk Evagrius of Pontus (c. 345-399). Though not a missionary himself, Evagrius proved to be innovative in his approach to work, which sustained his primary spiritual calling- monasticism. After exploring the necessity and context for his manual labor, his theology of work and the relationship between physical and spiritual labor will be considered. Finally, some suggestions for applying Evagrius' tentmaking principles will be offered.
Book Review: A God-Sized Vision: Revival Stories That Stretch And Stir By Collin Hansen And John Woodbridge, Daryl C. Cornett
Book Review: A God-Sized Vision: Revival Stories That Stretch And Stir By Collin Hansen And John Woodbridge, Daryl C. Cornett
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Worship And Mission After Christendom By Alan And Eleanor Kreider, Karl Dahlfred
Book Review: Worship And Mission After Christendom By Alan And Eleanor Kreider, Karl Dahlfred
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Dissertations And Theses Notices, Gary L. Mcintosh
Dissertations And Theses Notices, Gary L. Mcintosh
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Graceful Evangelism: Christian Witness In A Complex World By Frances S. Adeney, Laurie Fortunak Nichols
Book Review: Graceful Evangelism: Christian Witness In A Complex World By Frances S. Adeney, Laurie Fortunak Nichols
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
The Mother Of All Challenges: Constant Change, Enormous Needs, But-For-God Impossible Difficulties, John Thompson
The Mother Of All Challenges: Constant Change, Enormous Needs, But-For-God Impossible Difficulties, John Thompson
Great Commission Research Journal
Half of the population of the world lives in cities of one million or more. If we don’t reach and disciple from these masses, our future missionary and pastoral force will be diminished. The book Urban Impact is a trumpet call to muster our forces but also deals with the philosophy and practical principles that make any ministry in the city successful. Brandishing a practical writing style coupled with real life experiences, the author helps the reader understand the problems, burdens, joys, and powerful impact cities have on the rest of society.
Church Planting: Looking Back, Looking Forward, Looking Up, Looking Out, David Stein
Church Planting: Looking Back, Looking Forward, Looking Up, Looking Out, David Stein
Great Commission Research Journal
Church planting is one of the most exciting endeavors one can be blessed with the opportunity in which to participate. C. Peter Wagner once called church planting the single most effective evangelistic strategy under heaven. After one studies, prepares, and gets out into the real world, however, one can find that not everything always goes as planned or as desired. This article will reflect on church planting from an experiential and biographical perspective as well as through interaction with other experts in the field via literature. The writer hopes the reader will find insight, value, and encouragement to apply to …