What in the World Does Church Answers Really Do? Part 1: The Consultation Foundation

Jess interviews Thom in this fascinating behind-the-scenes look at Church Answers. How did Church Answers begin? What is its primary thrust? Who is a part of Church Answers?

Resources:

• Wesley Biblical Seminary

• Upward Running

• What in the World Does Church Answers Really Do? Part 2: The Local Church Partner Grows

• Craft Book Publishing

• “Bridges of God: A Study in the Strategy of Missions” by Donald McGavran (affiliate link)

• Church Growth Services

• Brown Church Development Group

• Chaney & Associates

• Church Answers Membership

• The Hope Initiative

• FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

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