Slide 1: The MAP Seminar Doing LIFE together
Slide 2: Make real life possible for real people Real people practicing the HABITSin the context of a Real Life Christian Community Believe Belong Become Bless LOVE
for Godand for people A communityof communitieswhere the presence,power, and purposeof Christ are fulfilledin and through each one VISION MISSION METHOD MOTIVATION MILESTONE
Slide 3: Acts 2:42-47
42 They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles.
Slide 4: Acts 2:42-47
44 All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45 Selling their possessions and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need.
Slide 5: Acts 2:42-47
46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. Ministry of Assimilation and Pastoral Care M. A. P.
Slide 6: Session One Why assimilatepeople?
Slide 7: People aredisconnected 1
Slide 8: People aredisconnected 1
Root Causes of Disconnection : Root Causes of Disconnection Separation from God Romans 1:28-31
28 Furthermore, since they did not think it worthwhile to retain the knowledge of God, he gave them over to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. 29 They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity.
Root Causes of Disconnection : Root Causes of Disconnection Separation from God Romans 1:28-31
They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit and malice. They are gossips, 30 slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant and boastful; they invent ways of doing evil; they disobey their parents; 31 they are senseless, faithless, heartless, ruthless.
Root Causes of Disconnection : Root Causes of Disconnection Individualism 2 Timothy 3:1-5
1 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. 2 People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy…
Root Causes of Disconnection : Root Causes of Disconnection Individualism 2 Timothy 3:1-5
3 …without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, 4 treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God -- 5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with them.
Root Causes of Disconnection : Root Causes of Disconnection Nature of relationships
Slide 14: Acts 15:36-41
36 Some time later Paul said to Barnabas, "Let us go back and visit the brothers in all the towns where we preached the word of the Lord and see how they are doing." 37 Barnabas wanted to take John, also called Mark, with them, 38 but Paul did not think it wise to take him, because he had deserted them in Pamphylia and had not continued with them in the work. 39 They had such a sharp disagreement that they parted company. Barnabas took Mark and sailed for Cyprus, 40 but Paul chose Silas and left, commended by the brothers to the grace of the Lord. 41 He went through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches.
Root Causes of Disconnection : Root Causes of Disconnection Separation from God Individualism Nature of relationships
Slide 16: People needconnection 2
Slide 17: People needconnection 2
Slide 18: We are created for it. Genesis 2:18
18 The LORD God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him."
Slide 19: We are attracted to it. Acts 2:46-47
46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Slide 20: We are attracted to it. Acts 2:46-47
46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Slide 21: We are affected by it. 1 Corinthians 15:33
33 Do not be misled: "Bad company corrupts good character."
Slide 22: We are affected by it. Philippians 3:17
17 Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you.
Slide 23: We are affected by it. Philippians 3:17
17 Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you.
Slide 24: We are CHANGed thru it. Ephesians 4:15-16
15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ. 16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
Slide 25: We are CHANGed thru it. Ephesians 4:15-16
15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ. 16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
Slide 26: We are CHANGed thru it. Ephesians 4:15-16
15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ. 16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
Slide 27: JOHARI WINDOW Known by self Not known by self Known by others Not known by others Open Self Blind Self Hidden Self Unknown Self FEEDBACK DISCLOSURE UnknownSelf SelfAwarenessand Growth
Slide 28: We are commanded TOPURSUE it. Philippians 2:1-2
1 If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.
Group Discussion : Group Discussion In what way have you felt disconnected with people in the past? How did you cope?
Which of the reasons for connecting with others convinces you the most?
What have you realized about yourself through the JOHARI window?
Slide 30: Session Two How do weassimilatepeople?
Slide 31: Assimilation isa process 1
Slide 32: It’s anemotionalprocess fear guilt pride anger uncertainty
Slide 33: It’s a psychologicalprocess “I like the stage design.” “The people are friendly.” “The preacher talks fast.”
Slide 34: It’s a spiritualprocess Acts 5:12-14
12 The apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders among the people. And all the believers used to meet together in Solomon's Colonnade. 13 No one else dared join them, even though they were highly regarded by the people. 14 Nevertheless, more and more men and women believed in the Lord and were added to their number.
Slide 35: It’s a spiritualprocess Acts 5:12-14
12 The apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders among the people. And all the believers used to meet together in Solomon's Colonnade. 13 No one else dared join them, even though they were highly regarded by the people. 14 Nevertheless, more and more men and women believed in the Lord and were added to their number.
Slide 36: It’s a temporalprocess John 4:35-38
35 Do you not say, 'Four months more and then the harvest'? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest. 36 Even now the reaper draws his wages, even now he harvests the crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may be glad together. 37 Thus the saying 'One sows and another reaps' is true. 38 I sent you to reap what you have not worked for. Others have done the hard work, and you have reaped the benefits of their labor." It takes time!
Slide 37: is a personal process Assimilation
How a person “assimilates” himself/herself : How a person “assimilates” himself/herself He/she IDENTIFIES himself/herself with our church
He/she ACQUAINTS himself/herself with some members of our church
He/she OPENS himself/herself with a few members of our church
He/she UNITES himself/herself with the vision and purpose of our church WORSHIP SERVICE FELLOWSHIP SMALL GROUP MINISTRY TEAM M A P PWR EQUIP LEVELS OF COMMUNITY How we “assimilate” a person
Slide 39: LOST LOST Follow the Flow of our Ministry Start of Assimilation MinistryTeam
Slide 40: Assimilation mustbe intentional 2
Slide 41: “The worship serviceis the living room ofour church.” What are the characteristics of a nice living room?
Slide 42: KEEP KEEP the worship place clean. KEEP the worship God-focused. KEEP the preaching relevant. KEEP the program smooth & hidden. KEEP the Holy Spirit central. KEEP the atmosphere encouraging. KEEP the people who are already attending. To be effectivethe Worship Celebration must…
Slide 43: V E L C R O Verify the theme of the worship service ahead of time. Explore all possible worship elements. List down the program sequence. Coordinate all preparations & resources needed. Review & rehearse everything before the worship service. Offer the event to God as an act of worship. HOW TO MAKE THE SWC EFFECTIVE
Slide 44: Assimilating Worship Service AttendeesThe Task of MAP VISIT Sunday Worship attendees INVITE them to be part of a Fellowship Group CARE for them in and through LIFE Groups
How to VISIT : How to VISIT Verify their spiritual status as soon as possible
Verifying their spiritual status : Verifying their spiritual status S1 - Skeptics
Allergic to spiritual matters; hostile to God & to you
S2 - Spectators
Seem to be open but will not commit
S3 - Seekers
Searching for truth (but can be misguided) Example: Samaritan woman (John 4)
S4 - Saved
Have personal relationship with Christ (can be churched or unchurched) Be salt and light to them Challenge them to seek God Clarify the truth and persuade them Challenge them to belong
How to VISIT : How to VISIT Verify their spiritual status as soon as possible
Inform the REACH Team if they are still skeptics and spectators
Spend time with seekers and saved people by visiting them at home
How to do home visitation : How to do home visitation
How to VISIT : How to VISIT Verify their spiritual status as soon as possible
Inform the REACH Team if they are still skeptics and spectators
Spend time with seekers and saved people by visiting them at home
Identify their felt needs and minister to them
Five Levels of Need : Five Levels of Need Problem
A situation that has a simple solution
Predicament
A situation where the solutions may be difficult
Crisis
A situation that needs an immediate solution
Panic
A situation where there seems to be no solution at all
Shock
A situation where the solutions are no longer important Help the person solve it Help the person choose wisely Refer the person to the pastoral staff Help the person to calm down & then refer Stay with the person while waiting for help
How to VISIT : How to VISIT Verify their spiritual status as soon as possible
Inform the REACH Team if they are still skeptics and spectators
Spend time with seekers and saved people by visiting them at home
Identify their felt needs and minister to them
Tell them about our church and how they can get involved
What first-time visitors want to know : What first-time visitors want to know Contact information
Schedule of services
Other activities or events
Pastoral services
Kids Church
Basic beliefs/denomination of church (for old believers only)
What regular attendees want to know : What regular attendees want to know Calendar of various activities or info about specific activities
How they can get involved
Pastoral services available (e.g. counseling)
Information about small groups
Resources for spiritual growth
Ministry Involvement Requirements : Ministry Involvement Requirements YES YES YES NO YES YES NO YES YES Optional LIFE Group Ministry Team
Slide 55: RolePlaying
How to INVITE : How to INVITE Inform them about our various Fellowship Groups
Slide 57: The Purpose of Friendship Fun Food Faith-building Not worship!
How to INVITE : How to INVITE Inform them about our various Fellowship Groups
Notify them of the schedules
Value their life situation by inviting them to the appropriate Fellowship Group
Slide 59: RLCC Fellowship Groups
How to INVITE : How to INVITE Inform them about our various Fellowship Groups
Notify them of the schedules
Value their life situation by inviting them to the appropriate Fellowship Group
Introduce them to other members of the church
Slide 61: How to introduce people to other members of the church 1 4 3 Invite them to attend the fellowship at least one time Invite them to attend again four more times Introduce them to three new friends, one of whom should do the 143 again
How to INVITE : How to INVITE Inform them about our various Fellowship Groups
Notify them of the schedules
Value their life situation by inviting them to the appropriate Fellowship Group
Introduce them to other members of the church
Talk to them through Share Groups
How to conduct a SHARE Group : How to conduct a SHARE Group Select people you can identify with. Help the group to get to know each other. Ask relevant questions about the topic. Review the main point of the talk. Exchange contact information so you can connect with each other again. S H A R E
How to INVITE : How to INVITE Inform them about our various Fellowship Groups
Notify them of the schedules
Value their life situation by inviting them to the appropriate Fellowship Group
Introduce them to other members of the church
Talk to them through Share Groups
Encourage them to invite others to the church
Slide 65: SHARE GroupPractice
How to CARE : How to CARE Challenge them to attend the Real Life Journey Seminar
The Real Life Journey : The Real Life Journey IN THE CONTEXT OF A COMMON MINISTRY ACTIVITY
The Real Life Journey : The Real Life Journey
How to CARE : How to CARE Challenge them to attend the Real Life Journey Seminar
Assimilate them into a LIFE Group
The LIFE Group Covenant : The LIFE Group Covenant P R O M I S E Participate in the LIFE Group meetings Reach out and evangelize during the MP4 season Obtain training for works of ministry Maintain godliness and holiness at all times Invest in God’s kingdom through tithing & other forms of giving Serve the Lord together as a LIFE Group Encourage each other to fulfill these promises
How to CARE : How to CARE Challenge them to attend the Real Life Journey Seminar
Assimilate them into a LIFE Group
Reach out to them through one-another ministry
Slide 72: Christian community is reaching out with supernatural power into the depths of each other’s heart so that the evil that rules there, which is so often unrecognized, and damages our relationships, is clearly identified and exposed as hateful to the Holy Spirit, and His love is given full sway to reveal the glory of God.
How to CARE : How to CARE Challenge them to attend the Real Life Journey Seminar
Assimilate them into a LIFE Group
Reach out to them through one-another ministry
Encourage them to pursue intentional discipleship when they’re ready (IPOD)
Intentional Pursuit of Discipleship (IPOD) : Intentional Pursuit of Discipleship (IPOD) REDEEM the past
Free to relate with others in a life-giving way
TEST the present
Free to practice the HABITS each day
PLAN the future
Free to fulfill one’s service calling in the future
Slide 75: Make real life possible for real people Real people practicing the HABITSin the context of a Real Life Christian Community Believe Belong Become Bless LOVE
for Godand for people A communityof communitieswhere the presence,power, and purposeof Christ are fulfilledin and through each one VISION MISSION METHOD MOTIVATION MILESTONE
Group Discussion : Group Discussion What was the most significant insight that you’ve learned from this seminar?
How would you apply this in the coming days?
If you join a LIFE Group now, what would be different? Why?
If you can persuade someone to join a LIFE Group, what would you say?