Presented by Ed Stetzerwww.transformationalchurch.com

THE RESEARCH

The Research• How did we get here?

Two Types of Research1.Quantitative = counting number

2.Qualitative = evaluating experiences

Results1.Research-driven principles

2.Research-driven assessment tool

THE TC LOOP

The TC LoopFramework Principles

1.Connection2.Catharsis3.Convergence

I. Discern

Discern your context

1. Missionary Mentality

Missionary MentalityTo the weak I became weak, in order to

win the weak. I have become all things to all people, so that I may by all means save some. Now I do all this because of the gospel, that I may become a partner in its benefits. (1 Corinthians 9:22–23)

Missionary MentalityBY THE NUMBERS:“The activities of our church are

designed to relate to the type of people who live in our city or community.” (64 percent strongly or moderately agree)

Missionary Mentality“Our congregation cares deeply about

the people in our city or community.” (81 percent strongly or moderately agree)

“Our church leaders think as missionaries in how they view the cultural context within our region.” (67 percent strongly or moderately agree)

Missionary Mentality“Our church members are frequently

reminded about the unique opportunities to impact those who live in the city or community surrounding the church.” (69 percent strongly or moderately agree)

II. Embrace

Embrace the right values

1. Vibrant Leadership

II. Embrace

Embrace the right values

2. Relational Intentionality

II. Embrace

Embrace the right values

3. Prayerful Dependence

III. Engage

Engage the right actions

1. Worship

III. Engage

Engage the right actions

2. Community

III. Engage

Engage the right actions

3. Mission

THE “BIG” MESSAGES

The “Big” Messages1. The Definition:A Transformational Church is a congregation that joins God’s mission of sharing the gospel and making disciples. Those disciples become more like Jesus, and the church thus acts as the body of Christ transforming their communities and the world for the kingdom of God.

The “Big” Messages2. The Goals•People live like Jesus•Churches act like the body of Christ•Communities reflect the kingdom of God

The “Big” Messages3. Calling for a New Scorecard•Refining the old scorecard•Retaining “gold standard” measurements• Include new measurements: environment, atmosphere, context, anticipation

The “Big” Messages4. The Hope

The “Big” Messages5. TransformationWhen the gospel enters the frame, the picture changes

The Initiative• TCAT• Consultation• TC DVD Discussion Guide• What else?