Biblical Diversity
Coaching, resources, and events to help you and your church become a more unified and diverse Christ-centered community.
“Father, make them one as we are one.”
Jesus’ prayer for the Church in John 17:21 reflects our heart for a diverse, unified church. For Converge PacWest, biblical diversity means recognizing our differences and realizing Jesus has made us one despite those differences.
In an increasingly dividing culture, we can model harmony for the world as they look to us for healthy examples of unity within diversity.
Is your church wrestling with these questions?
How can our church integrate diverse cultural expressions into our worship services while maintaining theological integrity?
Integrating diverse cultural expressions into worship can enrich the spiritual experience for the congregation and reflect the global body of Christ.
What steps can we take to foster genuine relationships among members from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds within our church community?
Encouraging open dialogue and creating opportunities for shared experiences can help break down barriers and build deeper relationships among diverse members, reflecting the unity described in Galatians 3:28.
What are effective ways to celebrate and honor cultural differences within our church events and activities?
By incorporating diverse traditions, languages, and practices into church events and encouraging members to share their cultural heritage, the church can celebrate diversity and create a richer, more inclusive community experience.
Become a more unified, culturally diverse community
Your church can become a more unified, culturally diverse community by intentionally fostering an environment of inclusivity through diverse representation in leadership, culturally responsive worship practices, and ongoing education about the biblical basis for diversity.
Assessments
Our self-assessment and cultural awareness assessments are designed to enhance an individual’s cultural competence by evaluating their skills, knowledge, and self-awareness in interactions, improving their effectiveness in diverse cultural settings.
Resources
Pastors Rod Hairston and Jim Eaton offer church consultations on biblical diversity. They guide congregations in developing strategies to embrace and implement diversity in alignment with biblical principles while fostering a more inclusive and unified church community. Their expertise provides tailored support to help churches navigate and promote effective diversity initiatives.
Our national biblical diversity initiative
Our national office equips churches to reach people of all colors, cultures, and classes with the gospel of Jesus Christ. As a Converge church, you can access all their resources through us.
Meet our Biblical Diversity Leader
Bernard Emerson
Email Me: bernard@convergepacwest.org
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If you want help starting a church, strengthening your church, or reaching unreached people groups with the gospel, let’s talk.