Friday, June 17, 2011

Signs of a Livable Church (from Zoe)


1. Humble submission to Christ's body the church



2. A disciplined practice of contemplation and faith with regards to God's story




3. Habitual learning and listening to God, self, others, and creation



4. Living in relational and geographic proximity with one another.




5. Living in and for a particular geographic community




6. Collaborative stewardship of time, resources, and strengths



7. Nurturing a common life between people of faith within the neighborhood




8. Developing pathways of inclusion for the marginalized and excluded




9. Practicing hospitality and giving in response to God's giving



10. Peacemaking and conflict resolution in the midst of violence and brokenness




11. Maintain the bonds of giving and receiving regionally, globally, historically, and futuristically




12. Embody the story of Christ's faithfulness in both our words and our deeds

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