Church-Based Community MinistryStories, Principles, and Strategies To Help Congregations Launch Church-Based Community Ministries that Make a Difference in Their Communities
By Earl James, RCA Coordinator of Multiracial Initiatives and Social Justice
Launching Effective, Creative, Church-Based Ministries
Many church leaders want to see their congregations find fresh, transformational ways to have an impact in their community. They have asked me for information to help inspire congregations in that direction. I hope the stories, principles, and strategies that follow do just that.
To a large extent, the stories have emerged from my experience as a congregational and community leader involved in church-based community outreach. All are about launching effective, creative, church-based ministry.
The stories illustrate many principles and strategies, including those that are defined in more detail in the "Principles and Strategies" section outlined below.
If you have questions or comments, please email me, Earl James, RCA coordinator of multiracial initiatives and social justice, at ejames@rca.org.
Table of Contents
Stories: Mae and My Salvation
Launching "Moms in Unity"
The Surprising Launch of "Young Dads"
Launching a Parish Nurse Ministry
Launching "Little Kingdom"
Launching a Youth Ministry Based on "Redeemed Greed"
Launching "Restorers, Inc." Principles and Strategies Church-based community outreach ministries are most effective when they are built on the following tried and proven principles and strategies: All People Are Image-Bearers of God
A Tale of Three Hearts
Church "in," "to," or "with" the Community
Relief, Development, and Being Image-Bearers of God
Relationships among Congregations and Other Organizations Closing Comments: An Account of Vinedresser Ministries, Inc. PDF of this document
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