MOBILIZING
"Mobilization" is the process of stirring individuals in the body of Christ to move out of their current situation into innovative, cross-cultural ministry and to place them strategically in the ministry context.
We speak prophetically to the church today regarding its responsibility for global evangelization.
We are catalytic and innovative in our approach, with a concern for quality in the process.
We communicate with integrity, seeking to match expectations with reality and our mobilization is church-based, because we believe that God's desire is to work through His church to redeem the world.
INTERNATIONAL
The "international" aspect of this ministry permeates our organization. It speaks of who we are, what we do, and how we do it.
"International" means that we are cross-cultural and cross-geographic as we facilitate the sending and receiving of strategic workers throughout the body of Christ worldwide.
Our teams reflect the diversity of Christ's body in many ways, including cultural background, ethnicity, giftedness, and social status.
"International" also speaks to an incarnational approach that gives respect and dignity to those whom we serve.
TEAMS
Scripture offers us "teams" as a primary model of ministry. Working together in teams is important because God has not given all giftedness to any single individual.
We help to create partnerships and unity not only among individuals, but also with other churches and various ministry organizations.
We seek to mobilize teams which are well trained and which have an environment that is open and honest enough to accept and challenge one another.
TO BUILD
How we do what we do is critically important.
We desire to be spirit-led, following His guidance and trusting His power to be an agent of change in the world.
We seek to be intentional and strategic by articulating a clear and compelling vision and well-designed plans.
We "build" by a holistic proclamation of the good news through words and deeds.
Our approach is long-term and in-depth because we value persistent efforts and enduring results.
TRANSFORMING
Our mission is true disciple making. It is not enough to see people merely accept Christian beliefs.
One of the greatest evidences of real transformation is the reconciliation of opposing segments of society.
We believe that it is through prayer that we stay in tune with the Master's will and access His transforming power.
Our efforts are aimed at results that multiply and reproduce on their own - lives being transformed by God and transforming others.
COMMUNITIES
When speaking of "communities" we mean at least three levels where the transforming power of Christ brings change:
THE TEAM - Teams are a microcosm of the unity and diversity that make up loving Christian community.
THE LOCAL CHURCH - Transforming "communities" also includes the local church.
THE LOCAL COMMUNITY - The development of vital, indigenous, effective communities of faith will also transform the local community. Therefore, our aims include the resulting transformation of the surrounding society.
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