how megatrends are reshaping Christian communities Gibbs, Eddie. creator text bibliography miu Grand Rapids, Mich Baker Academic c2009 2009 monographic eng

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222 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. Church observer Eddie Gibbs goes beyond an analysis of the causes to show how many churches and faith communities are actually breaking the downward trend. He expertly maps current converging church movements--emerging and missional churches, mainline renewal groups, megachurches, urban mission, new monasticism, alternative worship, and expanding networks--and offers a positive assessment of the reshaping of today's church. --from publisher description. Introduction -- Megatrends convulsing the western world -- Post-christendom churches -- Interlude : identifying the streams -- Fresh expressions -- The megachurch factor -- Urban engagement -- Resurgent monasticism -- Expanding networks -- The heartbeat of worship -- Conclusion -- Appendix: Distinctive features of morphing churches. Eddie Gibbs. Includes bibliographical references (p. 207-216) and index. Church renewal Church growth Communities Religious aspects Christianity Postmodernism Religious aspects Christianity BV600.3 .G527 2009 270.8/3 9780801037627 (paperback) 2009009314 DLC 150206 20250312111136.0 15644494