The Jesus Connection Process

The Ministry of The Jesus Connection has developed a systematic process for renewal of mainline churches which we call "A Path to Spiritual and Structural Transformation". This process begins with the senior minister and proceeds through key lay leaders of the congregation. It is a comprehensive program that involves a number of seminar experiences to lead congregational leaders to embark on a "Year of Discovery". During this time, Spiritual Life Groups are formed within the congregation, as the church begins to re-connect to Jesus Christ in life changing ways. Our process is based on the book of John, Chapter 15, where Jesus teaches about the vine and the branches. Additional information about the "Year of Discovery" and our process can be requested by email.

 

Read Reflections regarding the TJC Process

 

Read Reflections regarding Transformation 

 

Step 1

Take a Year-long Congregational Sabbatical

 

Step 2

Identify the Congregation's Core Beliefs and Value

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Step 3

Start Changing What is Non-core

 

Step 4

Confront the Tyranny of the Minority

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Step 5

Build a Bridge Between Church Membership and Discipleship

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Step 6

Make Decisions by Consensus

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Step 7

Make Worship a Spiritually Nurturing Experience

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Step 8

Value the Stewardship of Preaching

 

Step 9

Reestablish the Church's Teaching Ministry

 

Step 10

Becoming a Gift-evoking Community

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Step 11

Focus on Baptism as the Laity's Call to Ministry