Jesus Christ’s Plan B
Posted by Thomas on September 12, 2009
Matt 28:18-20 “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
However, my authority and power in heaven have dwindled ever so slightly during the last few thousand years and I have decided to implement plan B to ensure that my Gospel of salvation is spread amongst people more effectively. I must apologize for this inconvenience because I never in all my life anticipated that my authority in heaven and earth would decrease in such a way. Nonetheless, are you ready? Here is my Plan B:
- Sponsor a school or classroom
- Angel Food Ministry
- Family movie night (1)
- Super Bowl party
- Resource center for senior programs, etc
- Host a music concert
- Block party (2)
- community festival
- Halloween alternative
- Community heroes
- Christmas nativity tour
- community garden
- art show
- build a labyrinth
- free hotdog lunch
- school supplies
- parents’ night out
- mothers morning out
- partner to raise money for a local cause
- invite former members back — homecoming
- themed worship
- recognize special groups
- pulpit exchange or joint worship with other congregations
- community vbs
- community thanksgiving service
- thanksgiving for singles, seniors, and others
- trunk-or-treat
- day camps
- multi-generational groups
- crafting, scrapbooking, quilt-making groups
- day trips for seniors
- senior adult programs, lunch
- talent show
- church yard sale
- blessing of the animals
- free carwash
- make a difference day
- martin luther king day events
- english as a second language
- computer access
- computer training
- grief workshop
- grandparents day
- mothers day
- fathers day
- advent activities, booklet, devotion guide
- milestone celebrations — anniversary, debt-free, etc
- achievement recognition — ball teams, championships, etc
- election day activities
- county or state fair booth
- tradeshow booth
- tourism booth
- homebound ministry
- grief ministry
- nursing home ministry
- report card rewards
- skate park
- soundcheck like event
- lock in
- lock out
- youth service corps
- door-to-door food collection
- christmas parties for seniors, kids, families, target groups
- school recognition
- college day
- financial peace courses
- driving courses that target very young or AARP groups
- election forums
- non-profit helping agency fair
- volunteer recognition and thanks
- social services, community action partnerships recognition
- literacy program
- addiction programs
- single adult programs
- single parent groups
- special needs events
- health screenings
- diet and cooking classes
- book discussions
- neighborhood inventories and assessments
- prayer ministry
- open sanctuary or prayer room
- daily office
- taize services
- community celebration events
- community unity events
- community newsletter or bulletin board
- newborn gifts
- newcomer welcome baskets
- graduate recognition
- community music program for children, seniors
- helping resource inventory and volunteer directory
- home blessings
- weddings and funerals
- boy scout, girl scout, b&g club sundays
- second sunday fellowships
- personalized invitation
- Easter, palm sunday invitations
- food, clothing, and cleaning supplies pantry
- civic club sunday
- family skate nights
Jesus asks: Did all of you disciples catch that? Will you remember that? If not, you can grab a complete list from me on your way out to spread the Gospel. Should you require more info, please contact Rev. Guillaume Smit at his blog.
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1. Any Harry Potter movie will do just fine.
2. Belly dancing is a must. (Our Catholic brothers and sisters just love to present belly dancing at their bazaars.)
Amanda said
Yes, but is it missional? They teach that we are supposed to be Jesus and never teach Jesus, they teach. This, however, sounds so Purpose Drivenish.
And, Thomas, belly dancing? Really? That is Middle East. The emergents are more into the Far Eastern way of doing things, like yoga and stuff, you know?
Hey, don’t blame me! It is Rob Bell, the author of *** God, who promotes Ken Wilbur to his adoring South African minnions and ya don’t wanna know how far Ken will go.