This document discusses ways for the church to engage the growing Asian American population. It notes that while Asian Americans currently make up around 6% of the US population, that number is projected to double by 2060. However, many Asian American young adults are dropping out of church. The document outlines seven ways for the church to be unleashed for the next generation: 1) multiplying fruitful churches, 2) making next generation leaders, 3) sending out laborers, 4) using resources generously, 5) keeping old and creating new, 6) discipling all nations, and 7) being local and global.
Asian American Churches: An Introductory SurveyDJ Chuang
This introductory report provides an overview of the distinctive characteristics and top ministry issues among Asian American churches (including what’s going well, new ministry opportunities being pursued, and key challenges). Published in March 2007 by L2 Foundation in partnership with Leadership Network. Researched by DJ Chuang.
Asian American Churches: An Introductory SurveyDJ Chuang
This introductory report provides an overview of the distinctive characteristics and top ministry issues among Asian American churches (including what’s going well, new ministry opportunities being pursued, and key challenges). Published in March 2007 by L2 Foundation in partnership with Leadership Network. Researched by DJ Chuang.
A series of classes designed to turn you into a "World Christian" by helping you discover the truth of God's unfulfilled global purpose to reach all peoples. It will ignite in you a passion to take action and fulfill your destiny as part of God's plan.
Are you called to equip other workplace leaders? If so, Marketplace Leaders would like to partner with you to equip others. This webinar describes the tools available through Marketplace Leaders to equip the "church in the workplace."
Regional Cohort Gatherings March 14 & 15, 2012Jason Condon
Topic: "Member Care & Church Governance" From the "Big Picture" Regional Cohort Gatherings for church planters on the East Coast Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
The Emerging Church and The One Project? is a series of PowerPoint presentations asking the question if there is in fact a connection between the two. The purpose of the presentations are not to lambast those who want to lift Jesus up, but rather to allow leaders of the One Project to tell us in their own words (and the words of those promoting the project) what their goals and aspirations really are, and how these goals have been enacted in their past experiences.
Presentation 1 of 10 is a summary of the Emerging Church as defined on Wikipedia. This is a summary of the 17 page article found there which is taken from many leading proponents of the Emerging Church here in America.
Presentations 2 through 4 deal with Leonard Sweet, a leader in the Emerging Church movement and a professor at George Fox University, and many of the nearly 50 books he has authored which express his various viewpoints.
Presentations 5 through 9 deal with the five main leaders of The One Project, four of which graduated with or started DMin degrees from George Fox University under the mentorship of Leonard Sweet. In each presentation an objective look is taken at material in print telling of each leaders work and ministry up to 2012. The question will naturally follow; is this the direction we should be leading our young people in the Adventist Church?
Presentation 10 deals with the One Project gathering in Seattle, February of 2012, looking at the claims of the Project “Jesus. All” and comparing this to what really took place at the gathering. Yes, there was some good points made, and we need to lift Jesus up, but…. We also take a look at a little of the evidence suggesting The One Project is a response to GYC.
For a fully interactive edition of all 10 presentations with video clips, contact: theemergingoneproject@gmail.com
Regional Cohort Gatherings Aug 17 & 18, 2011Jason Condon
Topic: "Successful Fall Outreach" From the "Big Picture" Regional Cohort Gatherings for church planters on the East Coast Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
A series of classes designed to turn you into a "World Christian" by helping you discover the truth of God's unfulfilled global purpose to reach all peoples. It will ignite in you a passion to take action and fulfill your destiny as part of God's plan.
Are you called to equip other workplace leaders? If so, Marketplace Leaders would like to partner with you to equip others. This webinar describes the tools available through Marketplace Leaders to equip the "church in the workplace."
Regional Cohort Gatherings March 14 & 15, 2012Jason Condon
Topic: "Member Care & Church Governance" From the "Big Picture" Regional Cohort Gatherings for church planters on the East Coast Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
The Emerging Church and The One Project? is a series of PowerPoint presentations asking the question if there is in fact a connection between the two. The purpose of the presentations are not to lambast those who want to lift Jesus up, but rather to allow leaders of the One Project to tell us in their own words (and the words of those promoting the project) what their goals and aspirations really are, and how these goals have been enacted in their past experiences.
Presentation 1 of 10 is a summary of the Emerging Church as defined on Wikipedia. This is a summary of the 17 page article found there which is taken from many leading proponents of the Emerging Church here in America.
Presentations 2 through 4 deal with Leonard Sweet, a leader in the Emerging Church movement and a professor at George Fox University, and many of the nearly 50 books he has authored which express his various viewpoints.
Presentations 5 through 9 deal with the five main leaders of The One Project, four of which graduated with or started DMin degrees from George Fox University under the mentorship of Leonard Sweet. In each presentation an objective look is taken at material in print telling of each leaders work and ministry up to 2012. The question will naturally follow; is this the direction we should be leading our young people in the Adventist Church?
Presentation 10 deals with the One Project gathering in Seattle, February of 2012, looking at the claims of the Project “Jesus. All” and comparing this to what really took place at the gathering. Yes, there was some good points made, and we need to lift Jesus up, but…. We also take a look at a little of the evidence suggesting The One Project is a response to GYC.
For a fully interactive edition of all 10 presentations with video clips, contact: theemergingoneproject@gmail.com
Regional Cohort Gatherings Aug 17 & 18, 2011Jason Condon
Topic: "Successful Fall Outreach" From the "Big Picture" Regional Cohort Gatherings for church planters on the East Coast Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
Accepting Change; Understanding Our Community; Responding To The Challenge. Presented at the IGNITE Conference at the First Baptist Church of College Hill in Tampa FL by Dr Darryl M Matthews
These are the slides that I used while at the Leader of Leaders gathering of the Five South Carolina Presbyteries, also known as the South Caroline 5 LOL.
The FaçAde Of A Global Americanized Culture1rhetoric
PowerPoint whcih I used during a presentation explaining how corporations are becoming more and more important in the global system
by Richard Paterson
Under severe persecution, it was necessary for the church to go underground. God promised the church would remain forever. While the church did not cease, it did go into the wilderness.
Weekend Course - How to Effectively Build and Lead cell GroupsClive Ashby
This weekend course went beyond action points, to the deeper foundations needed for community, mutual support, worship, giving, sharing, prayer and interactive Bible study. Practical Guidance on how these foundations can be applied and used were discussed in detail. This foundational teaching applies to youth groups, cell groups, LIFE groups, women's groups, men's groups, in fact any form of Christian community coming together weekly to share and grow in Christ. (taught are Harare Theological College).
Asian American Churches in a Multiethnic WorldDJ Chuang
September 17, 2017 webinar for Pathway to Ministry with DJ Chuang, author of "MultiAsian.Church: A Future for Asian Americans in a Multiethnic World" http://multiasian.church
Mentoring through Media breakout session @ Asian American Ministry Conference on Mentoring at Biola University (November 8, 2014) ~ presented by DJ Chuang
Source: "The Profile of Asian-American Pastors." Great Commission Research Journal, 5(1), 99-116. 2013. Jonathan H. Kim, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Christian Education, Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. Posted with permission.
Unfortunately, short-term pastoral tenure has become one of the adverse
issues affecting the health and growth of Asian churches in the United States.
Significant anecdotal evidence indicated that Asian churches are experiencing a
shortage of pastors caused by a destructive cycle of pastoral turnover. ... The purpose of this study was to examine personal and institutional issues
affecting Asian-American pastors’ ministry tenure.
Church Innovation Briefing: Technology & Digital ToolsDJ Chuang
Presented by DJ Chuang (socialmediachurch.net) at the Church Innovation Briefing hosted by Leadership Network (leadnet.org) ~ May 30, 2014 | Listen to audio at http://leadnet.org/church-innovation-briefing-on-digital-tools/
Asian American Christian counseling grant provides hellp for pastors & missio...DJ Chuang
Asian American Christian Counseling Service (AACCS) was awarded a generous foundation grant to provide counseling subsidies to pastors, missionaries, and their families. This subsidy will also provide counseling subsidies for missionary kids and pastor's kids. This is a first come, first serve grant which ends on December 31, 2014.
The Present Future of Digital TechnologiesDJ Chuang
Presentation by DJ Chuang at a Leadership Network (http://Leadnet.org) collaborative event 4/3/2014 + http://djchuang.com + http://SocialMediaChurch.net
Race & Ethnicity in American Evangelicalism: an Asian American perspectiveDJ Chuang
Slides presented by DJ Chuang for a Biola University class 12/5/13 “Race & Ethnicity in American Literature” http://djchuang.com/2013/a-class-discussion-on-race-and-ethnicity-in-american-evangelicalism/
Paul Tokunaga "Hope for the World Through Asian Americans: 4 Unique Gifts Asi...DJ Chuang
"Hope for the World Through Asian Americans: 4 Unique Gifts Asian Americans Bring"
Paul Tokunaga (Vice-President, Director of Strategic Ministries at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA) shared this powerfully encouraging message at the Mt. Hermon JEMS Family Conference in July 2013. [Published with permission.]
http://l2foundation.org/2013/hope-for-the-world-through-asian-americans-4-unique-gifts-we-bring
Episodes from the life of an average Asian American guy with depression and bipolar disorder, finding healing and experiencing freedom from shame. Preview portions of a forthcoming book.
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
A375 Example Taste the taste of the Lord, the taste of the Lord The taste of...franktsao4
It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
How the Church can be Unleashed for the Next Generation
1. How the Church can be Unleashed
for the Next Generation
DJ Chuang
ReGenerant Network
djchuang.com | regenerant.org
2.
3. 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050
40.5M
34.5M
28.5M
22.6M
17.3M
11.9M
6.9M
3.5M
1.5M.98M.321M.255M
Asian American Population (Projecte
Asian American Population (projected)
4. 19.4 million
Asian Population, July 2013
4.2 million
Asians of Chinese descent, 2012
h"p://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2012/06/19/the-‐rise-‐of-‐asian-‐americans/
7. Ethnic Asian-American Churches
EsAmated
number
of
Ethnic
Asian
Churches
in
the
US
(2009)
7,123
h"p://djchuang.com/2014/many-‐chinese-‐churches-‐usa/
Chinese
Churches,
2009
1,200
Chinese
Churches,
2014
1,679
8. “Asian
Americans
are
the
highest-‐income,
best-‐
educated
and
fastest-‐growing
racial
group
in
the
U.S,
with
Asians
now
making
up
the
largest
share
of
recent
immigrants.”
–
Pew
Research’s
Rise
of
Asian
Americans,
August
2012
10. “Parents assumed that if you just sent
the kids to church through high school,
they’d come out being good Christians.
We all thought our kids would go to
church in college. That was a very naïve
thought.” !
!
Rev. Daniel Lee (1st gen, Global Mission Church, Maryland),
quoted in “Silent Exodus,” Christianity Today, 1996.
“Silent Exodus” of the Second-Generations
19. 5 Cries of Asian American Christian Young Adults
Dr. Timothy Tseng
1. When will I grow up?
2. Can I embrace my race?
3. Am I loved?
4. Am I being fed at my church?
5. Am I getting the best value?
h"p://isaacblog.wordpress.com/2011/03/07/five-‐cries-‐of-‐asian-‐american-‐chrisAan-‐young-‐adults-‐resource-‐available/
20. Sarang
Community
Church’s
annual
fund
for
church
planAng
by
2nd
GeneraAon
Koreans
and
other
minoriAes
$50,000
22. Professor Yang, who wrote 'Religion in China: Survival and
Revival under Communist Rule', believes the number of
Christians in China will rise to 160 million by 2025 and 247
million by 2030, just as America's Christian population
appears to be waning.
h"p://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/22/china-‐largest-‐chrisAan-‐country_n_5191910.html
24. Where do Chinese Americans live?
• Top 5 States: California, New York, Hawaii,
Texas and New Jersey.
Together these 5 states constitute more then
80% of the Chinese American population with
40% being in California alone.
• Top 15 Cities: San Francisco, Honolulu,
Oakland, San Jose, New York City, Plano
(Dallas), Sacramento, Seattle, Boston, San
Diego, Philadelphia, Stockton, Los Angeles,
Portland, Chicago.
• Next 5 Cities: Anaheim, Houston, Austin,
Pittsburgh, Riverside.
25. NAMB
has
developed
this
map
depicAng
108
proposed
Chinese
church
plants
in
32
of
the
largest
ciAes
in
North
America.
In
total
some
4.6
million
Chinese
live
in
the
United
States
and
Canada.
h"p://www.namb.net/nambblog1.aspx?id=12884910592&blogid=8589939695
26. 1. Perceived alienness
2. Need to maintain self-reliance
3. Risk of losing relationships
“… the families of the Chinese
American nonreligious may serve
as bastions of secularism, against
which churches are hard-pressed
to compete. Indeed, in looking at
the top three reasons cited above,
each harken back to the influence
of the family …”
27. 7 Ways to Unleash
1. Multiplying fruitful churches
2. Making next generation leaders
3. Sending out laborers
4. Using resources generously
5. Keeping old and creating new
6. Discipling all nations
7. Being local and global
28. Multiplying Fruitful Churches
And God said to them, “Be fruitful
and multiply and fill the earth and
subdue it, and have dominion over
the fish of the sea and over the birds
of the heavens and over every living
thing that moves on the earth.”
Genesis 1:28 (ESV)
29. Making New Leaders
And what you have heard from me in
the presence of many witnesses
entrust to faithful men who will be
able to teach others also.
2 Timothy 2:2 (ESV)
30. Sending out Laborers
And he said to them, “The harvest is
plentiful, but the laborers are few.
Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord
of the harvest to send out laborers
into his harvest.
Luke 10:2 (ESV)
31. Using Resources
For where your treasure is, there will
your heart be also.
Luke 12:34 (ESV)
Everyone to whom much was given,
of him much will be required, and
from him to whom they entrusted
much, they will demand the more.
Luke 12:48 (ESV)
32. Keeping Old and Creating New
Neither is new wine put into old
wineskins. If it is, the skins burst and
the wine is spilled and the skins are
destroyed. But new wine is put into
fresh wineskins, and so both are
preserved.”
Matthew 9:17 (ESV)
34. Discipling All Nations
And Jesus came and said to them, “All
authority in heaven and on earth has
been given to me. Go therefore and
make disciples of all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father and of
the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching
them to observe all that I have
commanded you. And behold, I am
with you always, to the end of the
age.”
Matthew 28:18-20 (ESV)
35. Being Local and Global
But you will receive power when the
Holy Spirit has come upon you, and
you will be my witnesses in
Jerusalem and in all Judea and
Samaria, and to the end of the
earth.”
Acts 1:8 (ESV)
36. 7 Ways to Unleash
1. Multiplying fruitful churches
2. Making next generation leaders
3. Sending out laborers
4. Using resources generously
5. Keeping old and creating new
6. Discipling all nations
7. Being local and global
37. 7 Questions for Your Church
1. How many churches planted?
2. How many next generation
leaders?
3. How many laborers sent out?
4. How much resources are used?
5. What is old and what is new?
6. Which nations are you reaching?
7. Where are you local? And global?