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Originally Posted by vrblackwell
It is a fact that the UPC has not grown within the USA very much over the last 10 to 20 years. However, there are churches that cannot be thrown into that category. The church i am attending in Springfield has people receiving the HG and being baptized every week. Wednesday night 12 were baptized in Jesus name. I have only been there since January and have been impressed.
I am sure there are many more that are growing. But the org as a whole has not been growing. That is why a new church growth campaign has been launched recently called global impact.
The fact is, the churches that are willing to change and step out of the box will see souls saved. I personally believe it starts by trying to stop growing churches and personal kingdoms and by trying instead to grow people.
For so long we have tried to bring people in and convert them to a culture instead of going out and leading them to a savior. JMHO
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VB, your point is well taken, but still does not mean there isn't new blood in the organization. The activity through the back door is further evidence of this.
PS It's great to see you posting more!
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