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What is our unique potential for ministry?

What is our unique potential for ministry?
Examine your church's ministry identity and opportunities

To gain the support of your church, the ministry must touch the nerve of congregational concern and speak the language of congregational compassion. ... Nothing will be convincing that is out of sync with the character of the congregation, and few projects will find support if they are at odds with the "kind of church" the members believe they are. (Community Ministry, page 65)
Why is this step important?
The church self-study
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