communitas
communitas
“But seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Matthew 6:33
The Kingdom of God is not something we experience by ourselves. Rather, it is present when the relationships between the children of God, living as brothers and sisters, reflects the relationship of the Trinity. Love is only fully known in community.
We have to move beyond an individualistic view of sanctification and independent experience of the Kingdom. Living in an authentic community that is healthy and united takes a covenantal commitment and the revelation that we experience all God has for us by being WITH EACH OTHER.
Our ministry practitioners know what kind of communities are possible and how to develop them. They have walked the long journey with others and understand the messiness of human nature are not the obstacles to overcome, but the rich soil out of which the Kingdom blooms.
core distinctives
1. Interdependent
Connection that mirrors the Trinity
2. Courageous
Being brave on behalf of each other
3. Compassionate
Living out biblical love-of-the-other
Community Formation Accelerator
10 weeks, September 14 – November 16 | $400 per individual* (Post-pandemic pricing)
Tuesdays, 1 PM MT (1 hr, 15 min)
A spiritually deep and authentically brave community is possible!
This season has revealed both our deep need for community and our struggle to craft it. The communities we have can often feel transactional, the relationships feel functional instead of healthy and life-giving. All of this can compound a sense of loneliness and cause us to yearn that there must be something more.
As a Christian leader, you have the opportunity to intentionally craft vibrant communities that facilitate the Kingdom of God and remind people of Heaven. Your community can be known for its authenticity, bravery, resiliency, and unity of the Spirit. Do you know how to get there? Do you know when and what elements to use to create such a community?
Join us as we share and explore the experiences lived, lessons learned, and tools developed over 20 years of unique discipleship and community building. We promise, you will not look at community the same way after these 10 weeks.
Scripture says it is not good for a human to be alone, we were created to be WITH one another. This 10 week course designed for ministry leaders and trainers will look at 5 paradigm shifts and 8 proven tools of community formation. It will help you as a leader equip those around you to find greater strength in connection, build synergy, and face the struggles of life together.
- Welcome & Orientation
- Group Dynamics
- Vulnerability & Trust
- Atmosphere
- Culture
- Brave Communities
- Rhythms of Liminality – Repentance & Baptism
- Framing and Naming
- Hero’s Journey
- Transference & Missional Movements
immersion
experience
Immersion is the best way to experience communitas. These programs are designed to accelerate your learning and give you a strong foundation for building spiritually deep and brave authentic communities when you return.
