Externally Focused Chruch Conference organizers announced the launch of The Externally Focused Network (EFN) during the conference. “The Externally Focused Network is new resource and point of connection for churches serving their cities and communities,” says Randy Scott, executive director of the newly formed extension ministry of LifeBridge Christian Church. The EFN web site, which launches in Fall 2007, will feature an online community with shared training resources, articles on community involvement, and links to additional tools for externally focused churches at all stages of development. “Whether a church has just begun their journey of service to the community or is a long-time advocate of ministry to the poor and needy, EFN desires to be an agent of connection to great ideas and stories of transformation,” says Scott.
Along with church leadership resources, EFN will also connect individuals to resources on serving others and living gracefully. “We are excited about this new venture into bringing churches together to learn from one another via this network,” says Rusaw. “There are so many different ways Christians across the country and the world are engaging in their communities. We simply want to keep these fires burning and the exchange of ideas flowing,” added Swanson.
Other components to the ministry of EFN include a second national conference in May 2008 and regional training days in select cities in the coming year. Watch the progress and growth of the network by visiting www.externallyfocusednetwork.com.
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