#ServeYourCity Talks: A lot of people may never show up at church because they have a negative perception of what goes on in the bldg. What are some ways we can give people a positive perception of Jesus and the church before they walk through our doors?
#ServeYourCity Talks: For people in your church who have outreach ideas, how will you respond to them and empower them? Do you have a process that can help make their ideas a reality? How might small groups play a key role in making it happen?
#ServeYourCity Talks: What disasters have occurred in your area in the past decade or so? Was your church prepared to help those who were affected? What would a disaster relief plan look like for you and your church?
#ServeYourCity Talks: "Beating Compassion Fatigue" Do you have at least one wise friend who is keeping you grounded and telling you some things about limits and boundaries, even if you don't want to hear it? If so, are you listening? If not, where can you find someone like this?
#ServeYourCity Talks - Great Questions to ask your team: Who are some friends who can help us take steps forward in serving our city? What might it look like for us to follow favor as we begin or expand our outreach ministry? What are some organizations that we can partner with?
Want to "crack the code" of ur city? Here are some folks to chat with: School Guidance Counselor, ER Nurse, Police, City Manager, Addiction Counselor, Community Activist, other Pastors/Leaders. A wealth of information is only a phone call and a cup of coffee away. #ServeYourCity
Ready to #ServeYourCity? Start with a whiteboard session and ask your team these questions: “Why was our church started in the first place?” “What are your dreams to reach our city?” “When you think of making a difference in our city, what faces come to mind?”