The Emerging Church
This book presents emergence as an evolutionary dynamic of the universe, and applies it to intentional culture shifting in congregations. The universe knows how to do life from the inside-out. By moving away from cultures of command and control to a more natural organic model, congregations discover the key to their power and the secret to sustained vitality.
The book provides the theological basis for making this shift as well some very pragmatic steps to help your congregation come alive in Christ. (Read the Prologue)
Listen to a podcast with Joel Pitney of EnlightenNext magazine on my chapter What Colour Is Your Christ.
Here’s what leading thinkers are saying about the book:
With refreshing vigour, Bruce Sanguin marries the story of our Christian faith with the story of how God’s universe unfolds as emergent, creative and ecological. This book inspires anew the interweaving of contemplation and action whereby we become an energized movement of radiant disciples with a wider embrace for all, and a deeper appreciation for each one. And it’s pragmatic! A helpful resource to individuals and congregations seeking the courage, la coeur, by which to live a disciplined, emergent life in Christ.
Mardi Tindal, Director
Five Oaks Centre,
Nominee for Moderator, United Church of Canada
With The Emerging Church Bruce Sanguin dares to walk his talk and to resurrect church life using models from the new cosmology, creation spirituality and his own twenty years of ministry in the trenches. He challenges and he teaches, he offers strategies and he heals, he gives hope and he leads--all vital work if Spirit is to awaken communities to move beyond mere survival to genuine flourishing and deep service. Recommended for all eager to see church renewed!
Matthew Fox, author of Original Blessing, A New Reformation, A Spirituality Named Compassion
"There is hope for the established Canadian church! Bruce's experience points to the attitude changes, organizational shifts, and leadership strategies that are necessary for a church to thrive in the emerging world. He models the hard work, spiritual life, and persistent mission demanded of Christ-followers today."
Tom Bandy
President, Easum Bandy and Associates
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