Fireweed Evangelism Christian Hospitality in a Multi Faith World

by Geitz, Elizabeth R.

• ISBN13: 9780898694598
• ISBN10: 0898694590
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780898697698
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-10-01
• Publisher: Church Pub Inc
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Summary

Fireweed, always the first flower to bloom in ruins and burned-over places, is Elizabeth Geitz's metaphor for evangelism that comes from the heart. It provides the motivation that makes some Christians eager to welcome the stranger and invite people into their churches, while others hang back. In this sequel to Entertaining Angels: Hospitality Programs for the Caring Church, Geitz explores this missing ingredient in Christian hospitality, reminding us that in a multi-faith world where Christians wish to honor the validity of other religious paths, we may hesitate to talk about the uniqueness of Jesus Christ. She describes the nuts and bolts of outreach and newcomer ministry in a pluralistic society. Book jacket.

Author Biography

Elizabeth Geitz is an Episcopal priest and the Canon for Ministry Development in the Diocese of New Jersey

Table of Contents

Blessings	p. ix
Introduction	p. 3
Motivation	p. 7
Seeing the Elephant	p. 9
Blazing a New Path	p. 13
Fireweed Evangelism	p. 22
Finding Your Own Path	p. 34
Context	p. 39
Backyard Evangelism	p. 41
Heritage	p. 48
Vision	p. 58
Moral Commitment	p. 76
Action	p. 83
Hospitality Evangelism	p. 85
Components of Successful Hospitality Programs	p. 97
Gift Discernment Retreat	p. 110
Visioning Workshop	p. 117
Hospitality Evangelism Workshop	p. 121
Handouts and Forms	p. 137
Community Needs Assessment Interview Form	p. 138
Welcome Brochure	p. 139
Act of Friendship Tablet	p. 141
Welcoming Letter	p. 142
Newcomer Information Sheet	p. 143
New Member Dedication Litany	p. 145
Rune of Hospitality	p. 146
Christ Appearing as a Gardener to Mary Magdalene	p. 147
Newcomer Scenarios	p. 148
Hello, I Am a Newcomer to Your Church	p. 149
Newcomer History	p. 150
Newcomer Forum Invitation	p. 151
Newcomer News	p. 151
Introduction to Covenant Groups	p. 152
Request for Letter of Transfer	p. 153
Scripture Passages about Community	p. 154
Questions for Small Group Discussion	p. 155
Notes	p. 157
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