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CHMN 201 – Section (eg. B02, C01, D07) D20
Not every church will have every ministry. If they do not have a particular ministry, just
indicate this in the space provided.
Church #1 Name: Saddleback Community Church
Church #1 Website: www.saddleback.com
1.Ministry is…praying for others.
a.Does the church have a prayer ministry? What does it look like?
Yes..Professional, Broad, Believable!
2.Ministry is…following Jesus’ example by practicing spiritual mentoring and
multiplying.
a.Does the church have a strategy for evangelism? Yes
b.Does the church have a strategy for discipleship? Yes
c.Briefly describe what they look like. Located under Purpose Team-
Missions. Well organized of events.
3.Ministry is…leading small groups.
a.Does the church have a small group ministry? What can learn about their
small group ministry from their website? Yes..People are not to live alone.
They have different groups that meet at other peoples house for prayer
and fellowship, same as work connection and online connection.
4.Ministry is…biblically balanced preaching and teaching
a.Does the website exhibit that the church has a strong Bible base? Yes
b.Are verses used throughout the website to support ministries, doctrinal
statements, etc.? Yes
c.Does the church have an organized Christian Education program? If so,
what does it look like? Yes..Geared for all ages
5.Ministry is…cultivating a culture of godly accountability for yourself and for those
you serve.
a.Does the church have an organized accountability program? If so, what
does it look like? Yes..It can be accomplished through membership and
small groups
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6. What do you feel is the church’s priority? Reaching out to others, helping them
better themselves and finding the ministry that fits their gift.
Church #2 Name: North Point Community Church
Church #2 Website: www.northpoint.org
1.Ministry is…praying for others.
a.Does the church have a prayer ministry? What does it look like?
Yes..Men Prayer Group
2.Ministry is…following Jesus’ example by practicing spiritual mentoring and
multiplying.
a.Does the church have a strategy for evangelism? Yes
b.Does the church have a strategy for discipleship? No
c.Briefly describe what they look like. Through evangelism, they send
members overseas to connect with partner churches
3.Ministry is…leading small groups.
a.Does the church have a small group ministry? What can learn about their
small group ministry from their website? Yes..This is a time for unity
prayer and fellowship as well as, to study the bible
4.Ministry is…biblically balanced preaching and teaching
a.Does the website exhibit that the church has a strong Bible base? No
b.Are verses used throughout the website to support ministries, doctrinal
statements, etc.? No
c.Does the church have an organized Christian Education program? If so,
what does it look like? No
5.Ministry is…cultivating a culture of godly accountability for yourself and for those
you serve.
a.Does the church have an organized accountability program? If so, what
does it look like? Yes and No..Accountibility may be accomplished
through small groups.
6.What do you feel is the church’s priority? Place of Worship
Church #3 Name: Coastal Community Church
Church #3 Website: www.coastalcommunitychurch.net
1.Ministry is…praying for others.
a.Does the church have a prayer ministry? What does it look like?
No
2.Ministry is…following Jesus’ example by practicing spiritual mentoring and
multiplying.
a.Does the church have a strategy for evangelism? Yes
b.Does the church have a strategy for discipleship? Yes
c.Briefly describe what they look like. They are located under Serve and
Missions.They support local mission groups such as Peninusla Rescue
Mission.
3.Ministry is…leading small groups.
a.Does the church have a small group ministry? What can learn about their
small group ministry from their website? Yes. It is a mixture of male and
female or individual male and female groups. Taught by different
instructors.
4.Ministry is…biblically balanced preaching and teaching
a.Does the website exhibit that the church has a strong Bible base? Yes
b.Are verses used throughout the website to support ministries, doctrinal
statements, etc.? Yes
c.Does the church have an organized Christian Education program? If so,
what does it look like? Yes..Very organized through the small groups
program.
5.Ministry is…cultivating a culture of godly accountability for yourself and for those
you serve.
a.Does the church have an organized accountability program? If so, what
does it look like? Yes and No..Accountibility may be accomplished
through small groups.
6.What do you feel is the church’s priority? Outreach
Complete the following within 2-3 pages.
Summary of findings: Through the study of these three awesome Ministries I have
found 3 similarities. First similarity being Evangelism. Saddleback Community Church is
a very large church in reference to members and structure. Pastor Rick Warren have
put together one of the greatest outreach ministries I have seen online. It seems as their
main focus is to give back to the community, allow individuals to minister in their gift and
make everyone feel united. North Point Community Church, was more laid back and
geared towards worship. I can see their awesome band hitting the streets and
evangelizing through the ministry of music. However, they still served the purpose of
sending their people overseas through their global ministry. In this ministry they connect
with other partner churches and serve as needed in a remote location. Coastal
Community Church was more conservative on their website structure, but packed their
important attributes into one focus, which is "Serve". They support local missions in
providing food, clothes, shelter etc. They support four vital ministries: Peninsula Rescue
Mission, Impact international, The Channel and Charlotte Eagles. The second similarity
is Small Groups. All 3 churches have a small group ministry. The unique thing is they all
have the same guidelines and serves the same purpose. Small groups are designed for
couples, singles and mixed non-couples. Individuals come together to pray, discuss the
bible and fellowship on a weekly, biweekly or monthly basis. These small groups
locations can be at one's home, work, church or a neutral location. The third and final
similarity is accountability. Although, accountabililty is not stressed through the websites,
however, I fully believe they it can be accomplished through small groups. Through the
gathering of individuals from small groups places accountability on every individual that
is involved. When someone is absent for whatever apparent reason the group member
is able to contact them. However, accountability runs deeper than showing up for an
event. It can run through spiritual growth, personal struggles as well. Yet, the group
members will probably be in close relationship with one another and share their
personal struggles as the group progress, due to the bond-ship.
Describe what you have learned from these church websites and your readings
that will help you in ministry now and in the future:
Ministry is a work within itself. It takes dedicated individuals with selfless hearts, to
perfect the work of God. Each church brought a different look to the ministry. Every
church is not going to be alike in structure, leadership and doctrine, but the main focus
should always be in Jesus Christ. What I learn is how to develop different types of
ministries that will benefit everyone in the congregation. Although, it will take
persistence to push the members to excel in their gift or even to step up and be used by
the Almighty God. The churches didn't let their four walls hinder them from serving the
community in which, one stated that they go beyond the four walls to share the Gospel.
One of the biggest things for me not to do is to get discouraged from small beginnings.
I'm sure Rick Warren didn't start off from where he is today. I once heard a phrase, don't
be discouraged by small beginnings. It only encourages me when I see such Well
Organized websites, that have tons of ministries for their people. It was a good
experience researching these, churches and I'm glad I did.
