In this second part of the conversation Ben and Mark dig into how ecosystem thinking works in a multi-ethnic church.

You should listen to the first part of the conversation.

Loving God (especially on a Sunday)

• Think about who’s up front
• Think about how they are presented
• Consider different prayer styles
• Consider singing in different languages

Mission

• Use story telling
• When reading the Bible use 5 simple questions:
• Remember the gospel has different implications for different people

Serving People

• People from some cultures will need multiple taps on the shoulder

Membership

• Run membership moments not courses
• Remember food is very important: quality and quantity

Deep in the Word

• Keep in mind names and illustrations
• Simplify and watch for too much detail
• Remember the importance of kids spots

SHOW NOTES:

Understanding the Ecosystem in our Framework ebook

Resources Ben and Mark Recommend:

Telling the Gospel Through Story by Christine Dillon

Changing Lanes, Crossing Cultures: Equipping Christians and Churches for Ministry in a Culturally Diverse Society by Andrew Philip Schachtel, Choon-Hwa Lim, Michael Kenneth Wilson

Discipling in a Multicultural World by Ajith Fernando

Webpages:

10 Things I have Learned About Culture by Ray Galea

Multi Cultural Ministry by Caleb Rosado

The Multi-Ethnic Church Hasn’t Lived Up To It’s Promise by Korie Little Edwards

Planting Centenary:

25. 1 Transitioning Roles to Plant

https://reachaustralia.com.au/reach-australia-podcast-25-1-transitioning-roles-to-church-plant-stepp…

Cross Cultural Reach Australia Podcast Episodes:

⁠23.1 Reaching Australian Hindus⁠

⁠23.2 Reaching Vietnamese Australians⁠

⁠23.3 Reaching Muslim Australians⁠

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