The “house church” is not only a viable model for gathering; it is also a necessary one. To lay the foundation for this case, we must have a thorough understanding of this movement’s history.

This workshop will move from God’s heart and mandate for “households,” to Jesus’ model of discipleship and Kingdom work, to the infant Church meeting “in their homes” (Acts 2:46) and then to the present day movement. Why did the church begin meeting in homes? When and why was any other model introduced? How has God used the house church model throughout history?