Picturing Theology

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P i c t u r i n g T h e o l o g y

Advancing the Kingdom in the City (continued)

Sharing a Common Identity, Purpose, and Mission

A Common Name and Association

Understanding the churches as fundamentally linked in history, identity, legacy, and destiny

A Common Confession of Faith

Developing a common theological and doctrinal vision

A Common Celebration and Worship

Practicing a common liturgy with shared worship approaches

Sharing a common curriculum and process for welcoming, incorporating, and discipling new believers into our fellowship

A Common Discipleship and Catechism

A Common Governance and Oversight

Answering to a common accountability for leadership and care

Developing integrated processes and programs of justice, good works, outreach, evangelism, and missions, both at home and throughout the world Combining resources through consistent mutual contribution to maximize impact for the entire association

A Common Service and Missionary Outreach

A Common Stewardship and Partnership

Benefits of a Common Movement

1. Sense of belonging through a shared faith and identity 2. Efficiency and economy of effort

3. Ability to plant multiple plants in many different venues and populations 4. Cultivating genuine unity and diversity, with a spirit of mutuality and equality among the congregations 5. Increased productivity and viability within our missions efforts and churches 6. Interchangability and cross pollination

7. Ongoing support and encouragement of our leaders 8. Provide leverage for new projects and new initiatives

9. Standardized processes and procedures for incorporation and training 10. Greater opportunities for convocation and exposure to other like-minded believers