Zusammenfassung
In this in-depth study of eight diverse mainline Protestant congregations, anthropologist Fredric Roberts finds that when local congregations are evaluated by spiritual and religious standards instead of corporate- or pop-culture-based values there remains much to celebrate. Roberts recommends that congregations work to discover their own uniqueness and to build upon the strength that already exist among its own members. Be Not Afraid! is a guide to help congregations rediscover their true calling to be nurturing faith communities, committed to spreading the good news and making disciples.
Schlagworte
Alban Books- 79–108 Chapter 5: Pastors 79–108
- 109–122 Chapter 6: Worship 109–122
- 123–142 Chapter 7: Evangelism 123–142
- 143–178 Chapter 8: Nurturing 143–178
- 179–186 Chapter 9: Conclusion 179–186
- 187–190 Appendix A 187–190
- 191–194 Appendix B 191–194
- 195–202 Appendix C 195–202
- 203–206 Appendix D 203–206
- 207–210 Notes 207–210
- 211–214 References 211–214