Evangelism and Transformation February 26, 2009 Webinar with Dr. Ron Crandall www.evangelismcoach.org

“ Turnaround and Beyond” Leading Turnaround :

A LITTLE BACKGROUND A study of 100 “ turnaround” small churches in 26 states and Puerto Rico.

Dennis to Joey “ Don’t ever play hide-go-seek with Mr. Wilson . . . He don’t SEEK.”

Just for fun, a new cartoon . . . . What’s the Problem here?

The “How” of Contagious Witnessing 10,000 Interviews over 15 years.

What Characteristic of the Person Led You to Decide 3571 Cases relationship with God explained the Bible cared for me 1. 2. 3.

Twenty-five weeks of adventure with a small group of fellow pilgrims learning to walk the walk and talk the talk of being Christian Witnesses.

So… 10 Years Later I did a follow up study of the original 100 congregations to see the long term impact of this kind of leadership.

What could this mean? “ Nevertheless I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.” John 16:7

How can we help pastoral transitions lead to brighter and more hopeful future?

First, I’m hopeful that this new book with discussion questions for groups will have an impact.

Second, A new approach for creating missional leadership teams for smaller membership churches is already underway.

A Movement for Renewing the Fruitfulness of Smaller Membership Churches ABIDING in Christ, ADVANCING God’s mission, ALIVE in God’s glory. ABIDE

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