Christian Community Development focuses on recognizing and creating conducive environments in which we—individuals, churches, and communities—rely on the power of the Holy Spirit, understand our own gifts and resources, and work together with our neighbors in their gifts and resources for the development of our community.
Often times, Christian ministry, particularly in marginalized and low-status communities, creates dependency. The Bible teaches empowerment, not dependency. All people have inherited dignity by being created in the image of God. Many times, charity demeans a person and strips him or her of dignity. The principle of empowerment affirms a person’s God-given dignity and allows that person to use their giftings to contribute to the flourishing of the community.
Dive Deeper into CCD by learning from our amazing practitioners!
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Winning: Civic Engagement Rooted in Biblical Principles – Jovan Agee$5.00 -
Overcoming Dependency in Communities: A Process for Changing Mindsets Elaine Tymchak$5.00 -
Voces Inmigrantes – Creando juntos senderos de esperanza – Ruth Latzke, Raquel Leal$5.00 -
Voces Inmigrantes – Creando juntos senderos de esperanza – Ruth Latzke, Raquel Leal$5.00
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How Can We Help Immigrants Protect Their Legal Rights? – Erick Widman$5.00 -
Transformative Leadership: Empowering Change Through Trauma-Informed Practices – Dieula M. Previlon$5.00 -
Rekindling the Fire: Empowering Your Journey Towards Racial Healing & Collective Restoration – Velynn Brown$5.00 -
From Promise to Power: Empowering Youth & Emerging Leaders – Dionté Grey$5.00
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