Apostolic Movements: Contemporary Apostle
Contemporary Apostle by Todd Hunter Thousands of Acts of Being Sent Something gets lost when that which was meant to be familiar and recognizable among a people is made exceptional and mysterious. It is even worse when such a gift is thought to have hero status or celebrity attached to it. The situation can get […]
The Apostolic Movement: Introduction
The Apostolic Movement in the Emerging World by Bill Easum The word “Apostolic” or “Apostle” has been used many ways over the centuries. Some think it refers only to those few disciples who had been with Jesus plus Paul. Others see no reason to conclude that the role of Apostle came to an end with […]
Assimilation Tips
Win Arn put out a ratio book long ago, to effect of 1 of 5 first-time guests return on average. Of those who come back a second time, 1 of 2 eventually stick Our first impression is that churches who do assimilation best: 1. Respond within 24 hours to sign ins. 2. Have multiple entry points […]
Churches, Cyber
Alpha church http://www.alphachurch.org/ You can join and even be baptized online. This is the most complete site I’ve found so far. www.Life.TV has a large online community.
18 Years to Win Gold
Last night the Chinese couple Shen Xue and Zhao Hongbo won an Olympic gold medal in the pairs free program figure skating competition. That’s a major accomplishment. But when you realize they had been skating for the gold for 18 years and both were in their 30s, it’s close to miraculous. As I listened to the announcer, […]
Consultant Training
The Ministry Audit: Consultant Training I and II with Bill Easum. Resource: The Church Growth Handbook and The Complete Ministry Audit, available from EBA or Abingdon Press. These seminars equip church leaders to apply The Complete Ministry Audit to any congregation. Consultant Training I and II are two of our most productive equipping models. Both […]