Multiplying Laborers for the Urban Harvest

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D e p a r t m e n t a l G o a l s

J. Willingness to identify with those to whom they minister. K. Humility in handling power and responsibility. L. L ove for God’s truth and a willingness to exhort, rebuke, correct, and discipline according to biblical guidelines. M. Thankfulness in all circumstances of life and ministry. N. Hope in times of difficulty. O. Self-control in words and actions. P. Commitment to, and love for, the Church as Christ’s family and body. Q. Confidence in their call to serve the body of Christ. U. Gratitude for the service of others. V. Cooperation with team members. W. Respect for those in authority. X. L oving and cooperative attitude toward Christians of other denomina- tions. Y. C ommitment to the Church’s universal mission to take the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all peoples and nations. R. Faithfulness in the exercise of gifts in ministry. S. Respect for the priesthood of the believer. T. Dedication to equipping God’s people for ministry. A. D emonstrate an ability to listen to the Holy Spirit and follow his commands. B. A re involved in a consistent, intentional relationship with another person or group of people for the purpose of spiritual accountability and growth. C. E ngage in a consistent schedule of personal and corporate spiritual disciplines, including (but not limited to) worship, prayer, fasting, and Bible study. D. S hare their faith with those who have not believed in Jesus as Savior and Lord. E. Effectively disciples individuals and groups within the Church. F. Prepare and deliver a sermon or Bible lesson. G. Use their gifts to help start a new church or develop an existing one. H. Plan and lead a corporate time of worship. I. P erform liturgical functions such as the Lord’s Supper, baptism, weddings, funerals, dedications, or blessings.

The purpose of the Department of Christian Ministry is to provide training in the practice of lay and pastoral leadership within the context of the urban church.

III. Action Goals The learners:

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