A spirit of distrust of boards has pervaded Parkway Church. The church had to call business meetings on three consecutive Sundays in an attempt to pass a budget. People believed the board was "up to something" or "trying to pull a fast one."

Several people in the congregation have said, "Our church doesn't know what it wants to be when it grows up. Who are we? Where are we going?"

Finally, there ...

Topics:	Anger, Bitterness, Controversy, Fellowship, Healing, Health, Reconciliation, Relationships
Filters:	Counseling, Elder, Pastor, Pastoral care, Spiritual director
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Romans 15:1-7, Philippians 4:2-3
Date Added:	November 21, 2009

1. Which of the above barriers does our church place in front of newcomers? How could it (they) be removed?
2. What is the general attitude among the "insiders" of our church toward newcomers?
3. What would be the first step in creating a system that connects people into the core of the church?

Topics:	Assimilation, Evangelism, New members, Newcomers, Outreach, Seekers, Unchurched, Visitors & guests
Filters:	Elder, Evangelism, Greeter, Hospitality, Outreach, Pastor, Usher
Purpose:	Evangelism
References:	Acts 2:47, Romans 15:7
Date Added:	July 31, 2007