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“God’S Unswerving Purpose”: Session One Manhattan Christian College, October 1981, Donald Mcgavran

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

In 1981, Donald McGavran presented a series of lectures at Manhattan Christian college. Over the next few journals, we will publish this series in a continuing effort to honor McGavran and his legacy of Church Growth Missiology. —Editor

The Transition From Church Growth To Church Health, Philip Walker

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

When I have taught Church Growth principles I have found it helpful to look at Acts 2:41-47 and the variety of growth types indicated in these verses. You will find: Growing up in verse 42, individuals growing into a mature relationship with God; Growing together in verse 44, in great generosity and spiritual gifts; Growing out in verse 47a, into the community; Growing more in verse 47b, as the numbers increase. The problem has been that Church Growth thinking has been caricatured as relating only to the last of these, although a careful reading of the Church Growth books shows …

The Mother Church And Church Planting, J. D. Payne

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

In this article, I will address several issues related to a much neglected area of church planting. First, I will discuss three reasons why churches are not involved in church planting. Second, I will address this problem in light of the Scriptures and missiology. Third, I will list and respond to the most common objections to becoming a mother church. Fourth, I will discuss several ways in which established churches can become involved in church planting. Finally, I will address the significance of church leadership in the churches planting churches process.

The Multi-Site Movement, Dave Ferguson

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

There are now at least 1500 multi-site churches in the United States. No longer does a church have to only have one branch, one location, or one campus. This article presents and analyzes data collected by Leadership Network in a survey they conducted with over 1000 multi-site churches.

Creating Unity In A Multicultural Christian Organization: Is The Seventh-Day Adventist Church Effectively Meeting Its Goal Of Scriptural Unity?, Doug Matacio

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Developing A Strategy For Growth In The Seventh-Day Adventist Church In Finland Using The Natural Church Development Approach Based On A Case Study In The Turku Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Aimo Helminen

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

The growth of the Adventist Church in Finland stagnated in the mid 1980s and after that the membership of the church began to slowly decrease. There is a need to look at the past growth patterns of the church in Finland to discover the reasons for the present decline in membership and develop and implement a strategy for church growth.

Method

Current literature was reviewed, including books and articles on the principles and strategies of church growth. These were studied in the context of the Turku Church in order to determine if the principles in the Natural Church Development …

Planting Adventist Communities Of Faith Among Muslims In Unentered Areas Of The Balkans, Milan Bajic

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

The purpose of this research was to develop and equip the church for the implementation of a workable strategy for reaching a large population of about eight million secular Muslims in the Balkans who have never been systematically confronted with the gospel.

Method

This study describes the history, culture, and religion of the Balkans, analyzes socioeconomic and political developments of its Muslim population, examines methods of evangelism and suggests a strategy based on sound biblical and missiological principles for work among the Balkan Muslims.

Results

The outcome of this project will be the development of a contextualized method for …

Increasing Pastoral Job Satisfaction And Efficiency In The Seventh-Day Adventist Church In Hungary, Andras Szilvasi

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

The number of pastors in the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Hungary increased significantly since 1989. In 2002, 70 percent of the pastors had less than fifteen years in ministry. The members’ expectations of their pastor have changed and become widely polarized. Since there is not an evaluation and affirmation system in place, many of the pastors struggle to find satisfaction in pastoral work. One of the major premises of this project is that pastors are central figures in the church and the success of God’s work is largely dependent on how effectively pastors function.

Method

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From The New Day To The New Century : Free Methodist Strategies For Metropolitan Church Planting In Light Of 1985-2000 Efforts And Results , Dwight Tilden Gregory

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Effectiveness Of Expository, Narrative, And Topical Preaching In A New Church Setting, Benjamin Wesley Kelley

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Using Ceremonies To Disciple Oral Learners Among The Tribal People In Bangladesh, Roy C. Mcintyre

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Home Mission Board Of The Southern Baptist Convention In Panama, 1905-1974: Analysis Of The Strategy To Establish Indigenous Congregations, Gleen Edwin Nicholson

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Cl 551 The Mission Of The Free Methodist Church, Donald E. Demaray

Syllabi

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS: McKenna, David L., A Future with A History. Indianapolis: Light and Life Communications, 1997. Marston, Leslie R., From Age to Age A Living Witness. Winona Lake, IN: Light and Life Communications, 1997 reprint. Roberts, B. T., The Daily Roberts: Readings for Every Day in The Year from the Writings of B. T. Roberts. Donald E. Demaray, editor. Indianapolis: Light and Life Press, 1996. The Book of Discipline 2003. Indianapolis: Light and Life Communications, 2004.

2005 - 87th Annual Bible Lectureship, "Since You Have Been Risen With Christ", Abilene Christian University, Abilene Christianity University

Lectureship and Summit Programs

No abstract provided.

Structural Models For World Mission In The Twenty-First Century : An Adventist Perspective, Gorden R. Doss

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Ecclesiology In Seventh-Day Adventist Theological Research, 1995-2004: A Brief Introduction And Bibliographical Guide, Gerald Klingbeil

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Who We Were Meant To Be : Communicating Core Values To All Saints Presbyterian Church In Singapore, Philip Jin Teck Huan

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Impact Of Vision On Congregational Health In The West Ohio Conference Of The United Methodist Church, David Michael Cady

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

An Evaluation Of Pastoral Self-Leadership And Church Health In Church Plants, Steven Allen Jackson

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Structures For Adventist World Mission In The Twenty-First Century, Gorden R. Doss

Faculty Publications

Christian denominations and mission agencies use different structural models for doing world mission. This article discusses four models and the ecclesiological and practical implications of each for Adventist world mission. The current structural model is analyzed and suggestions are made for adjusting it to better fulfill Adventist world mission in the contemporary context.

Southern Educator, Georgia Southern University

College of Education: News & Publications (2003-2023)

• Homecoming Lecture
• COE Faculty Awards Presented
• Georgia Southern Visits China
• Education Career Corner
• COE Soaring Into Action
• Welcome New Faculty/Staff
• Spotlight on Alumni
• Southern Educator Class Roll
• Georgia Center for Educational Renewal First Year Report–Winning Grants and Awards, Reviewing Research, and Developing Instructional Materials
• Partnering for Portal
• 2005-2006 COE Faculty and Staff

Harding University Graduate School Of Religion 2005-2006 Catalog, Harding University

Harding Academic Catalogs

Academic catalog for the graduate program in Bible and religion.

Ecclesiology In Seventh-Day Adventist Theological Research, 1995-2004: A Brief Introduction And Bibliographical Guide, Gerald A. Klingbeil

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Structural Models For World Mission In The Twenty-First Century: An Adventist Perspective, Gorden R. Doss

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Constructing Faith Cultures: Catechumenal Evangelism In The Early Church, Early Methodism And Alpha, Tory Baucum

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

A Theology Of The Cross As A Guide For Spiritual Formation, Christopher Stoner Carter

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Using '40 Days Of Purpose' Spiritual Growth Campaign As A Key Intervention In Small Church Turnaround, Silas D. Ripato

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Parallel Structures: Challenges And Opportunities, Bruce L. Bauer

Faculty Publications

This article presents a case study of the Vietnam house-church movement, looking at the challenges and opportunities that often exist when security concerns and governmental persecution force the creation of a parallel structure through which God can work. The article suggests ways to maintain administrative linkage and supervision between parallel structures and gives several reasons why parallel structures may be necessary in our present sinful world.

Volume 40 - Issue 12 - Thursday, December 16, 2004, Rose Thorn Staff

The Rose Thorn Archive

The Rose Thorn, Rose-Hulman's independent student newspaper.

Sachu Saharu: Tru Helper. A Melodic Analysis Of Christian Music In Garhwal, North India, Laura Eilders

Masters Theses

This thesis is an ethnomusicological examination of the development of indigenous worship music in Garhwal; a region in Northern India. It focuses on a comparative aspect so as to draw conclusions regarding the elements of music that is identified as Garhwali. It includes a melodic analysis of Garhwali Christian songs written by Rajesh Dongriyal and songs recorded by young women at two Garhwali villages. The theoretical framework is based upon the need of every group of people to have music about Christ in their own language and style of music. The assumption is that this will serve as a powerful …