Sunday, March 27, 2011

establishing DNA for a new church plant

This morning was the fourth official Sunday of our church plant.  That really seems strange to think we have been here four weeks.  There are so many things that go into starting something new.  We have been doing services since the beginning of January with others shouldering the load.  I love the fact that others have embraced this plant and served wherever needed to get things moving. 
As we have begun, services have been pretty simple.  The fun/ challenging part of a church plant is establishing the DNA of the church.  One aspect of that DNA is that of Relational Discipleship.  Our desire is for real relationships to form and multiply.  We have spent the first month talking through what it means to give up ourselves for the sake of others.  I am witnessing it taking shape in the lives of those who are committed to making this plant mature.  That fact alone is humbling and exciting!  I am thinking of other "ingredients" that need to be part of our DNA.  I thought it would be fun to put this out there and ask, What would you include in the DNA of a church you were planting? 
By the way, this morning was great!  The worship was humble and Spirit led.  I love watching people come and receive communion.  The people gathered responded with a worshipful sound and expression.  The thing that continues to bring me joy is the way people are sharing and greeting each other.  What a sweet expression of Christ when we live in community.  I saw connections happening!  That is one of the reasons you will see the church name change to "CONNECT".  More on that later...

3 comments:

  1. Craig, I appreciate the hard work you are doing. Your statement " I am thinking of other "ingredients" that need to be part of our DNA. I thought it would be fun to put this out there and ask, What would you include in the DNA of a church you were planting?"" My thoughts on this is to keep it simple... Go back to the Bible and do as the early Christians did on the day of Pentacost. Add nothing or take anything away. "Preach the Word, Sonja

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  2. Big Daddy! I hear you on the DNA peice bro. I think the discipleship thing is spot on. Saturated in the metaphors of the gospel cant gowrong either. Blessings to you both. Praying for you bro.

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  3. Oh I am sooo not a social networker but I am really enjoying your blog.
    I miss seeing my 3 amigos running around after church - Best Wishes with everything!! As for DNA......servanthood....is that even a word? Well you know what I mean:)

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