As God makes you ready, the first step for all of us in this merger with Coram Deo is to get in a Missional Community. For some, you are ready to get going now. For others, it might take a few weeks before you are ready to step in. Either way, it is the first priority, first prayer item, first action step for connecting with Coram Deo as we unify with them.
What is a Missional Community?
A Missional Community is a group of people committed to Jesus, to being shaped by His gospel, and to living on His mission together. These people believe they have been given a new identity in Christ because of the gospel. They are no a part of God’s family on mission, sent to serve our world and continually learn to walk in His ways. In other words, a Missional Community is a counter-cultural group of people who are on mission together, devoted to glorifying God in all of life. Check out this video for a real life picture of a Missional Community.
Who makes up a Missional Community?
Missional Communities consist of committed Christians who are living as missionaries, newer Christians who are learning to live as missionaries, and sojourners (non-Christians) who are not yet convinced of the gospel of Jesus.
What do Missional Communities exist for?
Missional Communities exist to make disciples of Jesus. As this happens, each MC should multiply through the drawing in of sojourners and the sending out of missionally-minded Christians. We aim to see every MC multiply once per year, by God’s grace. We want to birth new MCs that grow up to have kids of their own. The ultimate vision is to see every Christian who is part of Coram Deo leading a Missional Community made up of their peers, friends, and acquaintances.
How do I get in a Missional Community?
- Log on to TheCity, an online networking tool used by Coram Deo. Get an account and profile set up.
- Join the “Coram Deo Connect” group once you are on TheCity. (Can be found by searching for groups.)
- Browse around the Missional Communities that are viewable on TheCity. As you browse pray especially about the mission God is calling you on. Most MCs have a shared mission that is based on neighborhood or area of our region. Some MCs have a shared mission based on a particular people group (such as Med School students or college students). Which MC can you join on mission with?
- Someone will contact you and help you connect with a Missional Community leader.
Any questions? Post in the comments, and we will get back with you.