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NCD International has launched a new service – NCD Research International.
This new research service is to support key leaders, decision makers, and researchers in Christian denominations and movements, ministries and organizations by providing them with facts – facts for sound decisions. We believe that reliable and relevant information is of immense practical value, not only to understand the “inner fabric” of a larger ministry setting but also to guide and enhance strategic decision-making.
Our services include:
For more information, go to www.ncd-research.org.
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NCD Research International – A Service of NCD International
Contact: thomas.fode@ncdnet.org
12 pastors and 3 member leaders from different denominations took the NCD training May 11-13, 2010 in Bogota. The seminar was presented by pastors Fernando Valencia of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Jorge Betancur of the Antioch Church, and Hector Barrero, NCD's National Partner for Colombia.
Pastor Oscar Gomez was commissioned as Coach for the north part of Colombia where he has been serving already as a Superintendent for the Baptist Church. So far 172 congregations of different denominations have profiled their churches with NCD Colombia.
A comment by Archbishop Colin Johnson.
Christian A. Schwarz' new book is scheduled for release in early November. Check out the latest news on the book as well as the details on Christian's '3 Colors of Your Spirituality' North America Tour.
The Institute for Natural Church Development (NCD International) is developing a scientific test to help each Christian identify his or her "spiritual style". Participate in this exciting research project and contribute to the development of a practical and reliable tool.
Part 7 of this mp3 audio series will introduce you to the very heart of the NCD Paradigm - the so-called "Growth Forces", sometimes referred to as "biotic principles".
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What will your church be doing in the next twelve months?
O Stop Growing?
O Proceed with Caution?
O Start Something New?
Take a look at what Natural Church Development has to offer ...
Download NCD Stoplight (PDF, 267 kB)
Part 6 of this mp3 audio series will introduce you to the very heart of the NCD Paradigm - the so-called "Growth Forces", sometimes referred to as "biotic principles".
Continue reading "Free NCD Training Podcast: The Growth Forces / Biotic Principles (1)" »
A few weeks ago Willow Creek officially launched "REVEAL", a church survey that deals with the spiritual life and the satisfactions of church members. In response to questions from churches, NCD coaches, and NCD partners, Christian A. Schwarz wrote an article that explains the differences between "REVEAL" and Natural Church Development (NCD).
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