Winning the World

Append i x 231

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 and Faith A Common Celebration and Worship

Developing a common theological and doctrinal vision Practicing a common liturgy with shared worship approaches

Sharing a common curriculum and process for welcoming, incorporating, and discipling new believers into our fellowship 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 the impact of the entire association

A Common Discipleship and Catechism

A Common Governance and Oversight

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. Interchangeability 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