Transitioning from Pastoral to Apostolic MasterClass

Overview of the basic elements of making the crucial shift from a church that is primarily pastoral-focused (meeting needs and caring for people) to one that is primarily apostolic (training, mobilizing and sending people into their God-given calling in ministry). Both are important, but the apostolic focus needs to be primary, otherwise you end up with a “consumer” church in which people are mainly focused on getting their needs met. Michael also talks about the meaning of the word ecclesia, destiny finder, the historical context for the shift and more.

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Apostolic Vision and Mission MasterClass

When Jesus ascended into heaven, He gave five distinct gifts and ministries to His Church. Each of these gifts represents a piece of the ministry of Jesus. In order for the church to be healthy and impactful, we must make sure that the leaders we are developing are functioning in these gifts according to God’s will and that we are developing ministries that deliver the results that each of these gifts promises.

Each of these gifts and ministries must be activated in the Church in dynamic balance and unity with one another. According to Ephesians 4:7-16, this is the key to the Church embodying the “measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.”

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How to Develop a Compelling Vision & Mission

Who it’s for: Senior Leaders and Core Leadership Teams
Number of Videos: 5 videos
Average Length: 10 minutes per video
Topics: Learn how to develop your church vision and mission, have the correct motivations and engage members with momentum so that the church will multiply in a healthy way.

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