Five practices of fruitful congregations / Robert Schnase.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Schnase, Robert C., 1957-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Church renewal.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (146 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Nashville : Abingdon Press, c2007.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

People are searching for a church shaped and sustained by Radical Hospitality, Passionate Worship, Intentional Faith Development, Risk-Taking Mission and Service, and Extravagant Generosity. These fundamental practices are critical to the success of congregations. Their presence and strength demonstrate congregational health, vitality, and fruitfulness. By repeating and improving these practices, churches fulfill their mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Robert Schnase astutely weaves theological insight, practical advice, and exemplary stories into an inspiring book for pastors and laity alike. --L. Gregory Jones, Dean and Professor of Theology, Duke Divinity School Robert Schnase's words are thoughtful, provocative, and challenging. Any congregation will find encouragement and insight to deepen faithfulness and multiply fruitfulness. --Lovett H. Weems, Jr., Distinguished Professor of Church Leadership, Wesley Theological Seminary Stimulating. Challenging. Uniquely helpful. Bishop Schnase gives us powerful language, rich examples, and practical suggestions for fulfilling the mission God gives us. --Janice Riggle Huie, Bishop of the Texas Conference of The United Methodist Church

Contents:

The practice of radical hospitality

The practice of passionate worship

The practice of intentional faith development

The practice of risk-taking mission and service

The practice of extravagant generosity

Excellence and fruitfulness.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

ISBN:

1-4267-1353-3

OCLC:

694147491