Church community Quote by Alan Hirsch
““So a working definition of missional church is a community of God's people that defines itself, and organizes its life around, its real purpose of being an agent of God's mission to the world. In””
About This Quote
Source Book: Missional Church, Alan Hirsch, 2008
A missional church is a community that centers its identity and activities on actively fulfilling God's global mission.
In simple terms: A church focused on God's mission worldwide.
Key Takeaway
Align community purpose with global mission.
Themes
mission
community
identity
purpose
Mood
purposeful
inspirational
reflective
Type
theological
mission‑oriented
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- community building
- mission trips
- local outreach
- faith education
Key Concepts
missional theology
ecclesiology
global outreach
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your community define its core purpose?
- What actions reflect your mission daily?
A Different Perspective
May overlook individual spiritual growth in favor of corporate goals.
