Examine the life of Jesus, and you'll realize that church isn't supposed to be just a building or a Sunday morning worship service. It should be a living, breathing community where messy lives intersect and grow together-a body of believers that reaches out and engages its culture, drawing people in, making a difference. Somehow we've lost that picture. But now there's a noticeable change taking place within the North American church. A shift from programs and flashy services to a more holistic experience that results in a vibrant group of Christians expressing themselves through a community that lives its faith wherever it is. Mike Tatlock reveals his own journey into this new way of living out how church is done-a way that's rooted in Christ's ministry. Through his own failed attempts that fueled fresh ideas, Mike has discovered the way to be a church today that connects, empowers, and releases passionate believers into their world. In this revolutionary book, Tatlock shares energizing insights designed to help you create a thriving culture of community within your church.

One that reaches beyond the walls on Sunday morning to influence the world around you. Book jacket.