Feedback and Church GrowthFeedback happens when an action results in an effect, which then in turn influences the original action. "The more in church the more conversion, thus even more in church!" Well not quite! Many people in church do not contribute to the conversion process. Nevertheless other forms of feedback are at the heart of church growth, reinforcing loops driving growth, balancing loops restraining it. First order feedback, those with only one stock in the loop, control the conversion and leaving processes in church, if conversion involves the direct action of people. See the basic feedback blog. If conversion is indirect, perhaps through resources such as Sunday Schools, or the action of people generate hindrances to growth, such as institutionalism, then feedback is second order or more. Then growth may inadvertently turn to decline. See second order feedback blog |
Enthusiasts – Quantity or Quality?Enthusiasts are the Christian believers that drive the growth of the church. These are the ones whose faith is so infectious that they pass it on to others, who then convert and become enthusiasts themselves. What is the best strategy for the church: to have more enthusiasts, or to have more effective enthusiasts? These issues are addressed in the blog: Enthusiasts – Quantity or Quality? Welcome to the website of Church Growth Modelling. This is a science website, so prepare to be challenged. Questions welcome. It is a Christian website promoting revival, so prepare to be challenged spiritually! |
The Models - Quick Guide
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