Andrew Jones suggests a working nomenclature in relation to the house church movement. Some have suggested that this is the fastest growing church movement in America.
All of the parts of Brad’s “history” represent a worthwhile review. Links to parts I, II, & III can also be found in this blog.
Matt Chandler serves as lead pastor of The Village Church in Highland Village, TX. He describes his 7 year tenure at The Village as a re-planting effort where he was involved in changing the theological and philosophical culture of the congregation.
Roxanne and Jason Engstrom are missionaries in Tanzania. They have been there just over a year now, but needed to come home (for a while) because of complications in a pregnancy. Roxanne’s blog is mostly about the life of their family (including a 3-year old daughter) and is always fun to read, but this particular piece is insightful in a “missional” way.
This is part 3 of a series on “How to Structure Your Church for Growth” and it serves as an interesting primer on the subject of finances. He provides links to other good sites.
SOONG-CHAN RAH OPENING SESSION of Christians in Community Development Association conference, Part 1. This is an outstanding talk which needs to be digested by all who are trying to think more missionally in America. I have posted all 5 parts below.
SOONG-CHAN RAH OPENING SESSION of Christians in Community Development Association conference, Part 2