Invitational Ministry
Move Your Church from Membership to Discipleship
by Laurene Beth Bowers
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Pub Date Jan 31 2014 | Archive Date Dec 05 2014
Description
Invitational Ministry takes the awkwardness and guesswork out of
inviting others by equipping church members to talk about their faith in
the form of a sincere invitation — creating disciples out of members.
This isn't another book on evangelism — it's so much more.
Based on her experience leading several churches to real numerical
growth, Laurene Beth Bowers presents practical strategies to help
congregations turn around declining numbers and thrive once again. By
creating change within the current membership and teaching them how to
effectively reach out to others, Invitational Ministry moves
beyond usual evangelism strategies. Pastors and church leaders are
guided through a process of identifying whom to invite, what kinds of
invitational events are likely to reach certain groups, and how to make
your event successful.
Advance Praise
“Combining intelligence, wisdom and chutzpah Laurene Bowers’ newest book
will challenge the church to re-claim a common sense approach to
numerical growth.” -Thomas Webster, associate minister for pastoral
leadership & discernment, Penn Central Conference (UCC)
“The churches of Penn Central Conference have been deeply and positively
affected by what Laurene has to teach about ‘invitational hospitality.’
Her words ring true, especially as, in her previous ministries, she has
helped one congregation after another grow numerically and faithfully.”
-Marja L. Coons-Torn, conference minister, Penn Central Conference
(UCC)
“Inviting someone to church can be scary—for you and the person you are
asking. Laurene’s approach to invitational ministry takes the fear
factor out of asking and creates opportunities for new people to
experience our church in new and exciting ways.” -Jeffrey B. Lukens,
Pastor, Lordship Community Church (UCC), Stratford, Connecticut
“We have found the concept of invitational ministry very exciting and
helpful ... Our weight-loss support group, community talent show, the
Fall and Easter Festivals, include those who are new to the church.
These programs provide entry points into faith for those who may not
know that they are searching for spiritual answers.” -Bruce Bouchard,
pastor, Grace United Church of Christ, Hanover, Pennsylvania
“Through Dr. Bowers’s insight and leadership, we have grown and become
revitalized in our faith. Utilizing her suggestions recently, our church
put together a community wide invitational event that brought in over
400 people.” -Elizabeth Nocheck, pastor, Salem United Church of Christ,
Columbia, Pennsylvania
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Available Editions
EDITION | Paperback |
ISBN | 9780827216655 |
PRICE | $19.99 (USD) |