The Evangel Dean Basic Training Resource Handbook

218 • T HE E VANGEL D EAN B ASIC T RAINING R ESOURCE H ANDBOOK

“Framework” for an Urban Church Association Rev. Bob Engel

I. Core Commitments

A. Mission

B. Vision

C. Objectives

D. Theological

II. A Shared Spirituality/Way of Wisdom

A. A shared history and identity

B. A shared liturgy and celebration

C. A shared membership

D. A shared catechism and doctrine

E. A shared government and authority

F. A shared leadership development structure

G. A shared financial policy and procedure

H. A shared care and support ministry

I. A shared evangelism and outreach

III. Key Elements

A. Share in fellowship

B. Share resources

C. Share in mission and ministry