Missional
Community

What is a Missional Community?

A Missional Community is:

a family of servant missionaries sent to make disciples in the everyday stuff of life.

Our identity of “who we are” precedes the actions of “what we do.” In the gospel “doing” always flows from “being.” At Summit Crossing Community Church, the primary avenue for life-on-life discipleship takes place in Missional Communities.

Identities & Actions of a Missional Community

Family

Because we have been adopted into the same family by the same Father, we are brothers and sisters in the gospel.

In love, he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ.
-Ephesians 1:5

Servant

Because Jesus is our king and modeled true servanthood, we are servants of his kingdom and consistently seek to bring glory to his name through his gospel.

Whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be slave of all. For even the son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.
-Mark 10:43-45

Missionaries

Because we have been empowered, indwelt, and sent by the Holy Spirit, we are missionaries seeking to tell everyone about the gospel.

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.
-Acts 1:8

Sent To Make Disciples

Our commission in the name of the Father, Son, and Spirit is to make disciples by baptizing them and teaching them to obey everything found in the Scriptures.

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.
-Matthew 28:19-20

Everyday Stuff of Life

All of life is an opportunity to demonstrate and declare the goodness of God. It is in the normal, everyday stuff of life that we will be the aroma of Christ to the world around us.

But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere. For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.
-2 Corinthians 2:14-15

Why Missional Community?

Missional Communities exist:

1. For the glory of God and the advancement of the Kingdom of Christ
Summit Crossing Vision: We exist to see the kingdom of Christ advance from the Neighborhoods to the Nations for the glory of God.

2. To make maturing and multiplying disciples
Summit Crossing Mission: To make maturing and multiplying disciples who increasingly believe who they are as they intentionally endeavor to know Jesus, connect in gospel relationships, and live for the King’s mission in their world.

Why Missional Community?

Missional Communities exist:

1. For the glory of God and the advancement of the Kingdom of Christ
Summit Crossing Vision: We exist to see the kingdom of Christ advance from the Neighborhoods to the Nations for the glory of God.

2. To make maturing and multiplying disciples
Summit Crossing Mission: To make maturing and multiplying disciples who increasingly believe who they are as they intentionally endeavor to know Jesus, connect in gospel relationships, and live for the King’s mission in their world.

How Does Missional Community Work?

Missional Communities function in three primary rhythms. These rhythms help you live out the teachings of Jesus and make disciples.

These rhythms are Family Gatherings, DNA Groups, and Neighborhoods to Nations. Each rhythm is equally important in the overall function and design of the Missional Community.

Regularly practicing these three rhythms together will make maturing and multiplying disciples.

Family Gatherings

A Missional Community is a family to which we belong rather than an event for us to attend. The Family Gathering is the opportunity for a Missional Community to experience the life of Christ as they eat together, study the Scriptures, pray together, share stories of God’s grace, and enjoy their identity as brothers and sisters in Christ.

DNA Groups

DNA Groups consist of three to four men or women who are members of the same Missional Community. “DNA” is an acronym that keeps a group’s time focused in three primary sections each time a group meets. The “D” refers to Discovering Jesus in the Scriptures. The “N” refers to Nurturing One Another’s Hearts. The “A” refers to Acting With Accountability.

Neighborhoods to Nations

The rhythm of Neighborhoods to Nations is where we clearly see our identity as everyday missionaries come to life. As witnesses of the work of Christ in our own lives, we will love the neighbors of our city and live to advance Christ’s Kingdom to all nations. This includes radical acts of kindness to our neighbors and engaging the global need for a gracious Savior.

Next Steps!

Your next step in joining a Missional Community is to attend the next Discover Class. Connecting to a Missional Community is at the core of being a member and engaging in discipleship at Summit Crossing. We would love to invite you to join us as we advance the Kingdom of Christ from our Neighborhoods to the Nations for the glory of God!

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