2. Take intentional steps

2. Take intentional steps (55 – Chapter 5)
(Is this in tension with chapter one? – Not if lead by God to do something.)
Introduces the extent of the multi-ethnic—even to the point of using translation equipment. (55 and 56)
Not assimilate but accommodate (59)
Intentionality even in the placement of the church building! (60)
Terms: multi-cultural v multi-racial v multi-ethnic (61)
Change team name?
The Homogeneous Unit Principle (61)
How do you reconcile the problem of heart language with the desire for a multi-ethnic church?
Small groups based on ethnicity within the church would be counter productive, no? Case study of the Burmese…what might we do?
What about with Spanish language?
What about as we seek to reach the 165 languages in our county?
Multi-Ethnic might not be as likely relationship- or heart-language-based.
What about the statement that even if fewer people end up attending? (63)
Read on page 62, “Rather than expecting non-believers to change their biases prior to accepting Christ…” Research the footnote.
“The h-u principles should no longer inform church planting and development…it will become an increasing hindrance.” (62-63)
Though it’s not natural, “we must not give into system or institutional racism.” (63)
“Praying or waiting as intentional steps” (67) – Kenny’s ideas of “intentionally late”