WHAT IS NETWORKING?

Relationships

Complimenting each other

Learn

Communicate

Interdependent

Avoids duplication

Avoids mistakes, builds on knowledge

Builds Social Capital

Cross- pollination

WHY NETWORK?

Multiplies efforts

Matching gifts & Strengths

Expands effort

Opens door for gospel

Breaks down barriers

Meets them where they are

Meets key Influencers

Changes perception of church

Changes our perception of outside & ourselves

Increases opportunities

HOW DO WE NETWORK?

Events

Look at…

– Current networks, groups, associations

– Programs that already exist

– Informal norms/rules (DOG Walkers)

– Observations

Other Churches (Apologize, Small Churches, Acknowledge Issues)