We’ve often discussed how Millennials (those under 30) view the world quite differently. Many suggest that it was the Millennials that put Obama in the White House. Here’s the world through their eyes.
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Why I Voted Obama
Posted in Evolving Culture, Relevant Ministry, tagged connection, Evolving Culture, millenials, Obama, Relevant Ministry on November 11, 2008 | 48 Comments »
Obama Is EPIC
Posted in Evolving Culture, Relevant Ministry, tagged Relevant Ministry, Connecting, Evolving Culture, connection, connecting online, Participation on November 6, 2008 | 12 Comments »
I’m hanging out here in the West Virginia mountains with Bible historian and futurist Len Sweet. He’s been a significant voice into the Christian community authoring over 25 books.
Today, Len suggested that we now live in a Google era. The past 500 years we’ve been in a left-brain world, a linear, modern world…think accountants [...]
Do They Think We’re Jesse Jackson?
Posted in Empowering Leadership, Evolving Culture, tagged community, connecting online, connection, Culture, Empowering Leadership, engaging, Evolving Culture, jesse jackson, life experience, psychic malaise, relationship, survivor mentality, traditional church on July 22, 2008 | 8 Comments »
Recently I asked 20-35 year olds to share why they read this blog. Is it simply curiosity, the connection and relationships thing, or is it providing insight to navigate a changing world? Their response (as well as comments from older readers) offers insight into, as one put it, “A shallow spiritual and psychical malaise that [...]
20-35 Year Olds…No, All Of You. I Need Your Help!
Posted in Evolving Culture, Relevant Ministry, tagged business administrators, community, connection, Evolving Culture, facebook, navigators, Relevant Ministry, web pages, youtube on July 16, 2008 | 18 Comments »
I spoke earlier this week at a church business administrator’s conference in Nashville. These men just didn’t seem to believe me. They had that serious “prove it to me” look.
Business administrators ensure the church runs well, the staff is happy, and all the behind the scenes activities are clicking for those uplifting week-end experiences. They [...]
Reader prompted Q & A Regarding: Churches Waste Money Building “Third Places”
Posted in Evolving Culture, Intentional Facilities, Relevant Ministry, tagged Breakout churches, communication, community, connection, Epic story, Evolving Culture, Intentional Facilities, Relevant Ministry, thom rainer, trust on June 2, 2008 | 3 Comments »
Marla Saunders, an active reader here, commented on my last post and left some great questions. I thought the responses may be interesting to others as well. Here you go (questions in blue):
1. Can a church develop that “Epic Story” or do they need to have that heart to begin with.
To develop an “Epic Story”, [...]
Third Places: Not Only An Opportunity, But A Responsibility
Posted in Evolving Culture, Intentional Facilities, Relevant Ministry, tagged Aspen Group, Church Responsibility, connection, Cultural Isolation, Michael Trent, ministry, Pastor's Luncheon, Ray Oldenburg, Starbucks, third place on May 19, 2008 | 4 Comments »
We’ve talked often here about cultural isolation and the gnawing need for connection. Here’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in discussion how a “Third Place” can become a ministry for connection. Aspen Group is hosting a Pastor’s Luncheon Tuesday June 10th in Chicago to explore “Third Place” opportunities for ministry.
I say opportunities, but it may [...]
Stalled And Dissatisfied
Posted in Relevant Ministry, Three Relevant Ministry Responses, tagged ADHD Christians, Authentage, Bill Hybels, Christ-Centered Growth, connection, Consumerism, Creating a Covenant Community, Dissatisfaction, Incarnational ministry, Missional Ministry, Realness, Roots, Seeker-Sensitive Model, Self-Feeders, Three Relevant Ministry Responses, Willow Creek on May 15, 2008 | 1 Comment »
The most influential church in America, Willow Creek, is learning a sustainable ministry requires more than a “Seeker-Sensitive” model. The next few weeks I’ll explore what Willow and other ministry thought leaders are discovering. It’s apparent three “Relevant Ministry Responses” are emerging as vital for sustainable ministry in this “Digital Age”. The three are:
1) Christ [...]
God Wants His Churches Dirty But His People Spotless
Posted in Evolving Culture, Intentional Facilities, Relevant Ministry, tagged Attractional Model, church facilities, connection, Cornerstone Knowledge Network, Digital Age, Engagement, Equipping, Facility Design, Health, Michael Trent, ministry, Resourcing, Rex Miller, Seeker-Sensitive Model, Third Place Consulting on May 1, 2008 | 4 Comments »
What a great line as we ponder the future of ministry and church facilities. The “Attractional ” model of ministry , or Seeker-Sensitive model as some would call it, has already seen it’s momentum peak.
The last 20 years it’s been about attracting people to your facilities with programs and performances, a boomer or “Broadcast Age” [...]
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