Churchmorph: How Megatrends Are Reshaping Christian Communities

Churchmorph How Megatrends Are Reshaping Christian Communities It is estimated that percent of churches are either stalled or in decline In ChurchMorph internationally known church observer Eddie Gibbs goes beyond an analysis of causes to show how many church

It is estimated that 80 percent of churches are either stalled or in decline In ChurchMorph, internationally known church observer Eddie Gibbs goes beyond an analysis of causes to show how many churches and faith communities are actually breaking the downward trend He expertly maps current converging church movements emerging and missional churches, mainline renewal groIt is estimated that 80 percent of churches are either stalled or in decline In ChurchMorph, internationally known church observer Eddie Gibbs goes beyond an analysis of causes to show how many churches and faith communities are actually breaking the downward trend He expertly maps current converging church movements emerging and missional churches, mainline renewal groups, megachurches, urban mission, new monasticism, alternative worship, and expanding networks and offers a positive assessment of the reshaping of today s church The core of the book identifies trends and movements that provide signs of the kingdom and reveals how different faith communities are working out what it means to be church in a changing world.This stimulating and encouraging book will appeal to pastors, church leaders, and students interested in ministry, the emerging church, Christianity and culture, and mission.EXCERPTThe morphing of the church relates to the church transitioning to a new identity as a missional presence in the West There is a growing realization among leaders committed to mission that the challenge will not be adequately met by adding new programs to ensure the local church, or a denomination s, institutional survival Such leaders are talking about an unfettered re imagining of the church, resulting in a comprehensive change in its self understanding and its reconfiguration.Frequently the term deconstruction