Dennis R Wiles 

FBC Arlington 

November 26, 2023 

2023 - Why Does It Matter? 

FALL 2023 - Religion: Why Does It Matter? 

November 4 – December 2, 2023 

Sacred Shepherds – Sacred Sharers 

John 21:1-14 

MISSIONS 2023:  RELIGION: Why Does It Matter? 

CONTEXT: Religion continues to be a vital part of our reality. Religions are rooted in beliefs that lead to behaviors that facilitate belonging. 

COMMITMENT: A core commitment of the Christian faith is that the Gospel is good news, and it is to be shared with the entire world. 

CATCH: A miraculous catch of fish serves as a parable for the evangelistic calling of the Church. 

CALL: Our missiology is holistic in nature. We are guided by our beliefs, committed to live Godly lives in any context, humbled to serve the needs of people, honored to shepherd God’s flock, and called to share the Good News with our world.