How can churches engage meaningfully with the needs of their local context, beyond the confines of their existing congregation?
Rooted in a robust biblical theology for the gospel priority of social mission, Grapevine is an example of a community project that set out to combat poverty and injustice by offering love ‘with no strings attached.’ The story of its conception, establishment and evolution—as well as lessons learnt, not least the journey taken by the church congregation—can offer instructive encouragement for those grappling with this very question.
Rooted in a robust biblical theology for the gospel priority of social mission, Grapevine is an example of a community project that set out to combat poverty and injustice by offering love ‘with no strings attached.’ The story of its conception, establishment and evolution—as well as lessons learnt, not least the journey taken by the church congregation—can offer instructive encouragement for those grappling with this very question.
