{"product_id":"beyond-church-and-parachurch-from-competition-to-missional-extension-9781514009574","title":"Beyond Church and Parachurch: From Competition to Missional Extension","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscovering New Dimensions in Faith-Based Community Work\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A welcome and needed book addressing the current tensions and opportunities. . . . Dr. Ward's foundational book points us to a way forward. I am enthused at what this book can do to lead us as church leaders and agency leaders to a new synergy.\"\u003c\/i\u003e - Jerry E. White, international president emeritus of The Navigators, a Christian parachurch organization\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a world where the church's relevance is often questioned, Angie Ward offers a compelling blueprint for a unified ecclesial future in \u003ci\u003eBeyond Church and Parachurch\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003ci\u003eBeyond Church and Parachurch\u003c\/i\u003e is not just a historical and theological exploration; it's a roadmap for rethinking the very essence of Christian ministry. Whether you're a pastor, mission leader, or nonprofit executive, you will be challenged to transcend conventional boundaries and discover the full spectrum of the church's potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHolistic Understanding: \u003c\/b\u003e Develops a comprehensive view that integrates both traditional and emerging forms of ministry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInnovative Strategies: \u003c\/b\u003e Beyond Church and Parachurch presents forward-thinking approaches to facilitate collaboration between churches and parachurch organizations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInclusive Leadership: \u003c\/b\u003e Emphasizes the importance of diverse leadership in fostering a more inclusive community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePractical Applications: \u003c\/b\u003e Offers actionable insights and case studies to apply the concepts in real-world contexts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFuture-Oriented: \u003c\/b\u003e Focuses on long-term vision and sustainable practices for impactful ministry work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDive into a fresh understanding of the church in all its forms-be it campus ministries, mission agencies, or church-planting networks. Ward's vision dismantles the silos that fragment evangelical efforts, urging us to view the church as an interconnected ecosystem of apostolic networks. This paradigm shift empowers leaders to maximize kingdom impact, fostering cooperation and collaboration across organizations. With practical insights and visionary guidance, \u003ci\u003eBeyond Church and Parachurch\u003c\/i\u003e equips Christian leaders to serve a world in need with renewed purpose and unity. Transform your ministry approach and join a movement that redefines what it means to be the church.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWard, Angie:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003eAngie Ward (PhD, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is director of the Doctor of Ministry program and associate professor of leadership and ministry at Denver Seminary. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eUncharted Leadership: 20 Case Studies to Help Ministry Leaders Adapt to Uncertainty\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eI Am a Leader: When Women Discover the Joy of Their Calling\u003c\/i\u003e. Angie has over thirty-five years of leadership experience in church, nonprofit, and higher education ministry. A sportswriter in a previous life, Angie loves running, basketball, humor, and movies. She and her pastor-husband live in Denver. They have two grown sons and one very spoiled beagle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IVP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51276691472658,"sku":"9781514009574","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_ae549c51-d323-4408-95c7-a3266bec112b.jpg?v=1747135727","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/beyond-church-and-parachurch-from-competition-to-missional-extension-9781514009574","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}