
Out of Nothing
A Cross-Shaped Approach to Fresh Expressions
Andrew Dunlop(Author)
SCM Press
Published on 30. June 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-0-334-05668-3 (ISBN)
Description
The two key questions often levelled at fresh expressions are 'What is Church?' and 'How on earth can a fresh expression be evaluated?'
In "Out of Nothing", Andrew Dunlop offers an account of his journey in starting a fresh expression, and along the way proposes an alternative theological foundation for evaluation - the Cross-Shaped approach. Dunlop proposes a theological foundation which goes to the heart of God's action in the world.
Both accessible and critically engaged, the book will provide an important resource for both pioneers and for those studying pioneer ministry.
In "Out of Nothing", Andrew Dunlop offers an account of his journey in starting a fresh expression, and along the way proposes an alternative theological foundation for evaluation - the Cross-Shaped approach. Dunlop proposes a theological foundation which goes to the heart of God's action in the world.
Both accessible and critically engaged, the book will provide an important resource for both pioneers and for those studying pioneer ministry.
Reviews / Votes
Weaving together narrative and theological reflection, this book offers helpful insights on a range of issues pertinent for all who are involved in fresh expressions of church - the essence of church, missional listening, homogeneity, theological foundations and the meaning of success in such contexts. Although much is familiar from other sources, the author's missional and ecclesial application of different images of the atonement is creative and persuasive, as are his reflections on nothingness as the starting point. -- Stuart Murray Williams Fresh expressions practice is only properly advanced by experiment and reflection. So Andrew Dunlop's reflection on his experience as a practitioner is a welcome addition to this body of experiential learning. Jesus' anticipation of his atoning death as 'a grain of wheat falling into the ground and dying' was central to the writing of Mission-Shaped Church, with its emphasis on 'dying to live' as the heart of the planting process. Andrew's exploration of the ways in which the atonement shapes the church adds new dimensions to this understanding. -- Bishop Graham Cray It's really helpful for pioneers to hear an account like this that shows the steps that someone else has taken in starting a fresh expression of church in a new context and especially so when they seem so natural and ordinary in nature. I was left thinking anyone could do this which surely is a good thing! -- Jonny BakerMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
237 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-334-05668-3 (9780334056683)
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10/2017
1st Edition
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Persons
Andrew Dunlop teaches pioneering at Cranmer Hall, Durham. He also leads the East Durham Mission Project, a collaboration for mission between Cranmer Hall and parishes in the Easington deanery. Previously, Andrew ministered in the city centre of Plymouth then, immediately before joining Cranmer, started up Fresh Expressions of Church on a new-build development on the edge of Northampton.
Content
Acknowledgements
Foreword by the Revd Dr Michael Moynagh
Introduction
1. Where do we start?
2. Can a single-demographic church work?
3. What makes a church?
4. Does theology matter?
5. A cross-shaped church
6. Out of nothing
7. What is success?
Bibliography
Foreword by the Revd Dr Michael Moynagh
Introduction
1. Where do we start?
2. Can a single-demographic church work?
3. What makes a church?
4. Does theology matter?
5. A cross-shaped church
6. Out of nothing
7. What is success?
Bibliography