Developing A Strategic Plan For Increasing Evangelism And...

DEVELOPING A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR INCREASING EVANGELISM AND MISSION INVOLVEMENT AT NEW BIRTH CATHEDRAL OF PRAISE IN SHERMAN, TEXAS The Great Commission has been left to the Body of Christ by Jesus Christ. The instructions have been given in Matt 28:19-20. The heart of this mandate is to make disciples of all nations. There are many congregations but one church. Christ is the head of the body, the church (Col 1:18). The churches and their congregations must share the gospel by way of evangelism. We must be obedient so that Christ receives the glory and his Kingdom is advanced by making disciples of all nations. New Birth Cathedral of Praise is part of his plan; however, the reality is that the church is not fulfilling the commission to the degree that they ought or could in the power of the Holy Spirit. . Context This ministry project is designed to develop a strategic plan for increasing evangelism and mission involvement among the members of New Birth Cathedral of Praise . My observation as an active member of New Birth is that it has the right environment to make disciples. The church is welcoming, loving and genuinely caring for one another. The word of God is preached with power, conviction and clear application. The environment is welcoming for the lost person or the new believer. However, the congregation of 50 people thinks that the primary responsibility for evangelism rests upon the pastor alone.. The current practice demonstrates this belief as only the