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The Reproducing Church

Written by Dave Ferguson

Lessons we've learned about how to multiply groups, services, sites and churches.

When I travel, I look for Starbucks. I know I will need a good cup of coffee in the morning. And when I go to any Starbucks I know I will get a great cup of coffee from friendly people in a relaxing environment with good music. I know this because after hundreds of visits in dozens of cities, I have almost never been disappointed. Starbucks has proven itself as a brand. That is one main reason you can find them on what seems like every corner of a given neighborhood.

The Multi-Site Church: Some of the Strengths of This New Life Form

Written by Dave Ferguson

The multi-site church is a phenomenon that you will no doubt be hearing about in the future. An estimated 100 to 200 churches nationwide are experimenting with this concept: one church (meaning one staff, one board, one budget) meeting in multiple locations, usually with the various sites developing unique personalities yet sharing the same "brand identity" and DNA.

One leading example: Community Christian Church, which was planted in Naperville, Illinois, in 1989.