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Come and See
by
Simon W. S. Lee
In John's gospel, both Christ and a disciple invited
others to "come and see." This simple
invitation is a key factor in a Chinese congregation's
outreach to its community.
From Survival
to Hope: 150 Years of Ministry in the City
by
Charles Leonard
Saint Mark's Lutheran Church celebrated its 150th
anniversary during 2000. This congregation has had a very
prestigious history and has made great contributions of
leadership and commitment to the wider church over the
years.
Light
Illuminating Shadows
by John Dellis
What started with a cup of hot chocolate offered in Christ’s name to
homeless men and women living under a bridge has grown into Camino
Real’s Under the Bridge ministry in San Antonio.
Reaching Out
in the City
by J. Elise Brown
Intentional outreach in the big city involves the entire congregation. It means
expecting and greeting visitors and listening carefully to what they say, particularly
young people and strangers, as Martin Luther himself advised.
Wading in
Troubled, Healing Waters
by Karen L. Brau and Kati Kluckman-Ault
Preaching and teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ
go hand in hand with a desire to create wholeness through the
health-related ministries of an inner-city church.
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