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.
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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