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Jim Swearingen presents a workshop entitled "A Proven Strategy for the Suburban Church to Transform the Inner City Through Christian Community Development" at CCDA 2005.

The great commission has given the church a great purpose statement.  Unfortunately, top evangelical thinkers today have often fallen short when interpreting and applying this important text.  Properly understood and applied this passage will lead us to cross the class and racial barriers and transform the church.

Suburban churches and ministries desire to help those in need and often have many resources with which to provide assistance. Urban churches and ministries are often connected to neighborhood leaders who understand the culture and the people of their communities. By joining forces, the power of the Gospel can be demonstrated and communities can be transformed. This workshop provides principles and practical tools to achieve this, as well as real life stories.