Rethink Church Information and Campaign Research
Theological FoundationRETHINK CHURCH is not a call to find a new theology, nor to move away from our commitment to scripture, nor to distance ourselves from our Wesleyan tradition. It is a call to refocus ecclesiology, to ask the question, "What has God called The United Methodist Church the 21st century?" To see church in a way that is more aligned to scripture, and to be faithful to the tradition of John Wesley who believed the world was his parish. Read the entire Theological Foundation Guides & TutorialsLearn how to maximize your Find-A-Church profile with the tutorial below.
Campaign Research2012 White Paper: Innovative Communications and Service Opportunities Help Young Adults Rethink Church (PDF) The Rethink Church initiatives begun in 2008 have been successful in improving attitudes towards The United Methodist Church and engaging young adults to participate in activities that live out faith and social consciousness. The United Methodist Church and the Rethink Church reputation is growing and is most effective when combined with community events that match young adult interests. 2009 United Methodist Communications Rethink Church Seeker Research - Summary of Findings (PDF) Online interviews with 839 "seekers" ages 18 to 34 were conducted to gain insight into their attitudes and spiritual needs and their perceptions and expectations of churches. The research was conducted on behalf of United Methodist Communications by The Barna Group in conjunction with BOHAN Advertising|Marketing.
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