I've been thinking about lots of things lately, but thought I'd start up slow with a write-up from Slate on emergent/missional churches:
The New Church Nomenclature
A quote of interest:
The early Christians formed networks of small groups, pooled resources, and established what amounts to an early form of welfare for the poor. In short, they were social activists. Which would seem a contrast to the individualism of numerous mainline Protestant denominations and many of the consumer-driven evangelical organizations. By participating in the popular movement toward stronger community bonds—starting with their names—these younger churches are returning to their roots.
2 comments:
Hey Amy
I just got done telling Craig this morning that if he saw you to tell you to update your blog! Thanks for this article. My thesis was on Acts2:42 and I really groove on this idea. It is interesting to service in a modern system and feel that your world of birth is more postmodern. However, I realize too that being in the local church these past 10 years has given me an appreciation for the modern church that I did not have before so maybe it has been good for me and my ministry. You give me something to reflect on, thanks. Lisa Bandel-Sparks
Thanks, Lisa! I appreciate your encouragement/demand for more posts. :)
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