Episode 301: The Ever-Changing Church Landscape

 

The influence Non-Denominationalism (the only form of church that is really adding)

 

Speaks  to the issue of organizational distrust

Speaks to the issue of church "free agency"

Reflects  a rejection traditional models of church

Demonstrate a disdain for labels...for example "I attend a Baptist church but I'm not Baptist."

Shows people want to own their faith and have concern about someone dictating faith to them.

Draws people with smaller bureaucracy.

 

If you are a denominational church what can you do.

Recognize your people are largely more indifferent towards your denomination than you are.

Make sure your local identity is clear.

Inform but don't over-inform people about your denomination

 

If you are non-denominational

Make sure your theology is clear

Look for ways to collaborate with like-minded churches

Consider future leadership needs