Beyond Maintenance to Mission

Beyond Maintenance to Mission A Theology of the Congregation 2nd edition Craig L. NessanFortress Press, 2010ISBN 9780800663261 Softcover, 192 pp.5.5 X 8.4 X 0.5 inches | 0.5 pounds Here, in a newly revised edition, is a powerful and pertinent guide for congregations wanting to move away from 'maintenance thinking' to powerful, creative engagement with the world. Visionary yet practical, Nessan's influential book makes a persuasive case for the centrality of mission in the life of the church. Nessan's model of mission-driven leadership is strongly centered on the community of faith's worship and draws unique connections between the worship life of a congregation and every aspect of the church's ministry. Around the twin foci of congregational identity and mission, the chapters in this dynamic book provide solid theological and radical direction on the themes of worship, education, fellowship, stewardship, evangelism, global connections, and social ministry. Equally pertinent to seminary