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    Church planting

    ONE SIZE DOESN'T FIT ALL
    By Kima Jude

    What does it mean to be missional? How can a church model the work of a missionary and reach its community in a meaningful, culturally-relevant way? Learn how a number of churches have accepted this new paradigm and are being Christ to their communities.

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    MAKING THE SWITCH
    By Marilyn Stewart
    "Switch" is a popular skateboard maneuver, but it's also a thriving ministry started by Alex Early, a skater, seminary student and avid evangelist. Switch has encouraged many in the skater culture to turn to Christ.

    HARBOR OF HOPE 
    By Laura Petherbridge
    Churches can become harbors of hope for divorcees and their families when believers show them Christ's love.

    GOD ON THE QUAD
    By Adam Miller
    Sharing Christ in college hasn't gotten any easier, but the opportunities have never been more abundant. Learn about two students who helped their friends find Christ.

    DAUGHTERS OF ISHMAEL 
    By Jan Krieger
    We live in the same neighborhoods, shop at the same stores and send our kids to the same schools, but our faith and culture often collide with the Muslim women we pass every day. Learn to lift the veil and share the gospel with the women of Islam.

    WHO ARE THE PEOPLE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD? 
    By Phillip Connor
    Do you know your neighbors? A rich mission field may be right outside your front door or just a block or two away. With the help of a new online resource, you can learn how to reach different cultures in your own backyard.

    ENDLESS SUMMER
    By Shannon Primicerio
    What would happen to younger generations if they got a taste of a missions lifestyle? Read about the value of short-term missions in the lives of teens.

    FAITH ON YOUR FEET 
    By Kathryn Hillis
    Prayer walking your neighborhood and community can lead to fertile soil for the gospel and some divine appointments to share your faith. Learn how to turn a quiet stroll into an evangelistic opportunity.

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    Staff notes
    A missional mindset
    by Carol Pipes

    reflections
    A church planting movement
    by RICHARD HARRIS

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