Resources & Tools
Harvest 2020 FAQs [60k]
As the Harvest 2020 movement grows and develops across the Northern Illinois Conference there is much to learn as we link healthy congregations, community witness through clusters and the development of new faith communities. This first edition of Frequently Asked Questions offers brief explanations of the spirit that is sweeping through our churches.
NATURAL CHURCH DEVELOPMENT
Natural Church Development (NCD) Introduction [36k]
Resources for those working with the eight characteristics of Natural Church Development, available through the Conference Media Resource Center (email) can be found below. Natural Church Development is one of the Northern Illinois Conferences tools for the development of Healthy Congregations. To learn more about Natural Church Development check out definitions on the Healthy Discipleship page and training opportunities on the Events page.
NCD Overview [12k]
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Eight Characteristics of NCD
Empowered Leadership [48k]
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Functional Structures [20k]
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Gift-Oriented Ministry [16k]
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Holistic Small Groups [20k]
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Inspiring Worship Services [32k]
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Loving Relationships [24k]
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Need-Oriented Evangelism [32k]
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Passionate Spirituality [24k]
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NEW FAITH COMMUNITIES
NFC Development Process [270k]
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Potential Sites for New Faith Communities [708k]
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Map of Potential Sites for New Faith Communities [1.4mb]
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