The Faith-Sharing Congregation: Developing a Strategy for the Congregation as Evangelist
"In a society where many people search desperately for elusive 'family values,' this book roots hospitality where it belongs--in the graciousness of God," writes one reviewer. In The Faith-Sharing Congregation, Swanson and Clement reclaim the local congregation as the center of ministry and mission, demonstrating that evangelism is the responsibility of the entire congregation--clergy and laity--working together. The Faith-Sharing Congregation suggests a threefold evangelism strategy that includes: sharing faith through the practice of genuine hospitality sharing faith through relationships and personal stories sharing faith through the "domestic church," the body of Christ
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0881771538
ISBN13:9780881771534
Release Date:October 2003
Publisher:Discipleship Resources
Length:120 Pages
Weight:0.55 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 6.3" x 10.0"
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A Call to Corporate Evangelisim
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This is the first book I have read dedicated to the concept of corporate evangelism. Many simple suggestions are given to aid churches in making visitors feel welcome, and to develop in them a sense of belonging. While many of the suggestions are not new, this book can help a congregation see its primary task of evangelism as an organized effort and make it more efficient. To see the aggregate personlity of a congregation, as a visitor might, is an important insight to effective evangelism and church growth. It also stresses the importance of discipleship training and suggests various programs. While the book aptly points to effective uses of church space as a proper means of evangelism, I tend to be a bit repelled by the authors' more gaudy suggestions.I recommend this book to pastors and lay leaders who are looking for better ways to be obedient to Jesus' Great Commission. The book will be far more useful if it is shared widely in the congregation and if leaders can agree how to begin implementing its strategies.
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