What is a 'missional ' church?

A 20th century church with a mission program usually sees missions as one activity alongside many activities of the church - Christian education, worship, acts of service, hospitality, discipleship, and other programs. A missional church, based on the First Century church model, focuses all of its activities around its participation in God's mission in the world. It is a more holistic approach to reaching the lost.

• A 20th century church with a mission sends others to witness on its behalf. A missional church understands that the congregation itself is sent by God to proclaim the Good News. Just as God sent Jesus, now Jesus sends the entire church, not select individuals (John 20:21).
• A missional church does not necessarily do more outreach activities. In fact, a missional church may do fewer things better.