Download or read book Outreach Ministry in the 21st Century written by Group Publishing and published by Group Pub Incorporated. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of practical ideas turns outreach from an intimidating mandate into something that's actually enjoyable. How? By offering more than 200 ways to connect with people--ways that real people living in real churches will find engaging, effective, and doable. # Readers will find. . . ideas for making a church visible in a community, # ideas for preparing your church to embrace outreach, # movie night recommendations and outlines, # evangelism ideas to reach kids, work friends, and personal friends, # quick service ideas for kids, youth, and mixed groups, # long-term service ideas, # mission ideas, # complete, seeker-sensitive Bible studies, and # some ideas so unique they don't fit in a category! In short, this is literally an encyclopedia of outreach strategies, options, and ideas. It's designed so any church (or church group) can find a way to reach out to others. . . and have fun doing it. ways to connect with people--ways that real people living in real churches will find engaging, effective, and doable. # Readers will find. . . ideas for making a church visible in a community, # ideas for preparing your church to embrace outreach, # movie night recommendations and outlines, # evangelism ideas to reach kids, work friends, and personal friends, # quick service ideas for kids, youth, and mixed groups, # long-term service ideas, # mission ideas, # complete, seeker-sensitive Bible studies, and # some ideas so unique they don't fit in a category! In short, this is literally an encyclopedia of outreach strategies, options, and ideas. It's designed so any church (or church group) can find a way to reach out to others. . . and have fun doing it.
Download or read book Young Adult Ministry in the 21st Century written by Brad Lewis and published by Group Publishing (Company). This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perk your young adult ministry up with a highly caffeinated serving of practical ideas! A must-have for any young adult leader, this resource is bursting with fresh insights that are packed in bite-sized portions. You'll see young adults thriving, engaging with one another, and deepening their faith when you apply the creative concepts and simple strategies in this book. Jam-packed with creative concepts on subjects such as: Outreach and service projects, Relationships, Media & culture, Worship . . . and more! Reproducible included!
Download or read book Developing a Vision for Ministry written by Aubrey Malphurs and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2015-10-13 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Strong leaders have vision that is both far-reaching and focused on the details. Having that vision is what separates the church with a hodge-podge of ineffective programs and activities from churches that reach people effectively, efficiently, and consistently with the Good News. Now in its third edition, this groundbreaking book continues to offer church planters, pastors, and ministry leaders concrete help with crafting vision statements, encouraging buy-in from the influencers in the church, turning up the energy level, and ultimately growing the church.
Download or read book Church Zero written by Peyton Jones and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1st Century Expansion for 21st Century PunksChrist didn t give us a plan B. You ve probably seen what the apostles did with plan A. Impressive stuff. Why then is the 21st century church with all its size and gadgets so inept at reaching people? In a bold no-holds-barred approach, "Church Zero" challenges next-gen leaders to return to a New Testament model of church. "
Download or read book Children s Ministry in the 21st Century written by Craig Jutila and published by Group Publishing (Company). This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Easy-to-copy reproducibles included"--Cover.
Download or read book Planting Growing Churches for the 21st Century written by Aubrey Malphurs and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2004-10-01 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If the church is to thrive in the twenty-first century, it will have to take on a new form as it ministers to the 120 million unchurched people in the United States. Planting Growing Churches for the 21st Century is still virtually the only available text on church planting in North America and beyond. In this third edition, readers will find material on the importance of healthy, biblical change in our churches, updated appendixes, insight on our postmodern ministry context, and strategies for reaching new population demographics such as Generations X and Y. Pastors, ministry leaders, and church planters will find the information and advice found in this book invaluable as they carry out their ministries.
Download or read book Evangelism for the 21st Century written by Dr Kevin Riggs and published by Evangelical Training Association. This book was released on 2014-10-16 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This books is about principles of living out your faith in your world, with the conviction that as you do, people will notice and ask questions. The premise of this book is 3-fold: Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have Evangelism is primarily about breading into the present reality of God's Kingdom Evangelism in the twenty-first century looks a lot like evangelism in the first century Table of Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: A Biblical Definition of Evangelism Chapter 2: Evangelism and the Kingdom of God Chapter 3: Evangelism in the Early church Chapter 4: Evangelism and the Local Church Chapter 5: Evangelism as a Spiritual Gift Chapter 6: Evangelism and Personal Responsibility Chapter 7: Evangelism and the Whole Person Chapter 8: Evangelism and Social Justice (Part 1) Chapter 9: Evangelism and Social Justice (Part 2) Chapter 10: Evangelism in a Post-Christian World Chapter 11: Evangelism and the Family Chapter 12: Evangelism and the Great Commission
Download or read book Marriage Ministry in the 21st Century written by Group Publishing and published by Group Pub Incorporated. This book was released on 2007-12-01 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Choose from more than 200 great ideas that strengthen marriages! Marriage Ministry in the 21st Century is your one-stop resource for building a marriage ministry--and getting couples connecting at your church, enjoying a fresh spark, and growing together in Jesus. # Tons of powerful guidance and ideas to build marriages in your church, including: Ideas for ministering to engaged couples, newlyweds, and couples going through rocky times. # Couples' nights out (and nights in), movie nights, marriage getaways, and spiritual retreats. # Marriage mentoring insights and how to find potential marriage mentors in your church! # Family-building ideas for families with teenagers, discipline helps, faith building, and relationship building. Information on the skills and disciplines of biblical counseling. # Connecting couples through outreach, service, and small groups! # Counseling tips & encouragement for remarried couples and blended families. # Top-notch stress busters, plus ways for couples to build self-esteem and grow together in unity. # And more!
Download or read book A Church for the 21st Century written by Leith Anderson and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 1992-07-01 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Dying for Change, a book on how to bring change to a local church to meet the challenges of a changing society.
Download or read book Shepherding the Church written by Joseph M. Stowell and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 1997-03-11 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Times are changing. The Truth never will. It's tough to be a pastor today. Christians who stand up for what God has said are disregarded and labeled right-wing extremists. Political correctness and tolerance of anything but godly character is the norm. So how do ministers lead God's people in this pagan culture? How do they shepherd the flock as the lights fade dimmer and the nights grow colder? This book is not about programs. It not about developing the best techniques for numerical growth. Rather it is a discussion of the heart of the matter - the heart of the shepherd. In Shepherding the Church, Dr. Stowell takes a look at what it takes to be a truly effective leader from the inside out. He encourages today's leaders to focus on their own character, spiritual growth, and spiritual gifts. Examine some heart issues like: how do I prove to my congregation that I'm trustworthy? how do I lead by loving? how do I overcome insecurities? how can I transform lives with my preaching? how do I lead my flock by the way I live my life? how do I persevere?Even in these tough times, effective leadership is possible. Learn from Dr. Stowell as he encourages today's leaders to keep their eyes on the non-negotiables of Christian ministry.
Download or read book Student Ministry for the 21st Century written by Bo Boshers and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1997 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This essential book provides clear, proven, step-by-step instructions to help youth workers change their youth group into a dynamic student ministry, as well as establish strategic approaches to growth at each level or size of youth ministry.
Download or read book Pastors Where Do We Go from Here written by Alton Williams and published by . This book was released on 2014-10-31 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As of this writing, Apostle Williams has served 33 years as senior pastor of World Overcomers Church in Memphis, Tennessee. He has established virtually all the major ingredients that comprise God's dream church. Now he is showing other pastors how to do the same with this book. Pastors will discover the direction in which the Body of Christ must move in the 21st century. They will learn how to establish New Testament government in their churches; equip and train their members; set up a process for believers to move from pew to purpose; get their churches in order, and launch the ministries that will advance the Kingdom of God, meet the people's needs, and help them fulfill their destinies. Pastors, Where Do We Go From Here? is the definitive resource for all pastors who desire to expand their vision beyond the four walls of the church. It is for pastors who want their churches to move from being "keepers of the aquarium "to being "fishers of men." It is for pastors who have the heart of God for souls and want to prepare their people to do the work of the ministry in reaping and caring for God's end-time harvest.
Download or read book Pastoral Ministry in the 21st Century written by Group Publishing and published by Group Three Pub. This book was released on 2006 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 600 ideas! Jumpstart your sermons, master your preaching, energize church worship, and find time to get away with the family, . . . okay, maybe not all in one breath. But, you'll discover inspiration and perspective in this collection of top techniques and activities to help you encourage community, refuel your ministry--and minister to yourself as well. Book includes time-saving, reproducible masters for baby dedications, funerals, weddings, visitor response, certificate of appreciation, sermon logs and more! # Organization includes eight sections: Sermon Sparks: Sermon jump-starts, illustrations, stories, movie clip ideas, and interactive object lessons # Preaching Techniques: Ways to use media and technology, organize old sermons and illustrations, and creatively prepare new sermons # Revitalize Church Worship: Ideas for informal worship, introducing new songs to your congregation, interactive prayer, creative sermon closings, and revitalizing your worship space # Worship Service Jump-Starts: Twenty ready-made services that focus on acts of service, honoring those in your congregation, and times of reflection and inspiration # Recharge Your Personal and Family Life: Self-directed retreats, creative ways to spend time with your spouse, getaways with your family, and quick spiritual boosters # Congregational Care: Tips for hospital visits, weddings, funerals, baby dedications, encouraging church members, and welcoming new people into fellowship # Develop Your Leaders and Volunteers: Lead effective meetings, try some adaptable meeting agendas, and strengthen your volunteers and staff # Community Service and Outreach: Motivate church members to join a local service project, take part in outreach, and support world missions and missionaries Bonus: Cross-reference notes link relating ideas!
Download or read book Saving Christianity written by Michael Youssef and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2020 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A clear and frank exploration of the future of Christianity and whether it needs to be saved. We live in confusing times. Our society has shifted on its moral axis, and many are asking whether Christianity needs to be reinvented--or even reimagined--in order to save it. With Newsweek declaring "The Decline and Fall of Christian America" on its cover and The Daily Beast questioning "Does Christianity Have a Future?" bloggers and Christian commentators are discussing whether we need a "new of kind of Christianity." In Saving Christianity? Dr. Michael Youssef explores this train of thought and its pitfalls. He describes how similar discussions in Christianity's recent past explored the very same question. Saving Christianity? will help you discern what is going on within the church while it reviews the essentials of the Christian faith as described in the Bible. We dare not abandon this "mere faith," as Dr. Youssef describes it, because it is the light for all humanity--and especially for those of us living in today's chaotic times. After reading Saving Christianity? you'll have a renewed confidence in the future of the church and the central place it will occupy for generations to come.
Download or read book Ministry in the Digital Age written by David T. Bourgeois and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2013-04-03 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: David Bourgeois offers a step-by-step guide for discerning and implementing a digital strategy in your ministry. Presenting Christianity itself as a grand communication event, he helps Christians see that the advent of electronic media is truly good news for the world.
Download or read book Why Jesus written by Geoff McIlrath and published by Christian Focus. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why Jesus? For some his name is a swear-word. For others his cross is a fashion accessory or a lucky charm. For many Jesus Christ is considered irrelevant in a world that has 'moved on'. Contemporary attitudes reveal much indifference and ignorance towards him. Why Jesus? Challenges that consensus. To trust and follow Jesus still makes perfect sense. Take a fresh look at the one who claimed to be the Son of God and Saviour of sinners.
Download or read book A Vision for the Aging Church written by James M. Houston and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2011-10-10 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are we ready for the opportunities and challenges facing the aging church? Now is the time for the church to offer ministry to its increasing numbers of seniors and to benefit from ministry they can offer. In this book James M. Houston and Michael Parker issue an urgent call to reconceive the place and part of the elderly and seniors in the local church congregation. Confronting the idea that the aging are mostly a burden on the church, they boldly address the moral issues related to caring for them, provide examples of successful care-giving programs and challenge the church to restore broken connections across the generations. Cowritten by a noted theologian and an expert in the fields of social work and gerontology, this interdisciplinary book assesses our current cultural context and the challenges and opportunities we face. The authors show us that seniors aren't the problem. They are the solution.
