"While there are some nuances and various dialects of missional being spoken, widespread agreement exists around a core expression of what it means to be missional. The missional church engages the community with the intent of being a blessing. It looks for ways to connect with the world beyond the walls of church real estate and programming. For many congregations, this external focus finds expression through service, not more “services.” The congregation becomes the church not just in the community but for the community. Cross—domain collaboration with other sectors of the city enables the church to begin to address some of the challenging issues that threaten the welfare of the city. Typically, existing congregations are entering the missional movement across this threshold." (Reggie McNeal in forward to- Alan Hirsch & David Ferguson. "On The Verge")
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