Why the Adoption Language is Catching on in Church Replanting

We have begun to migrate from the word merger to adoption when talking about replanting churches. The language of adoption is stronger suited for the work occurring between churches, which is why adoption language is catching on.

* It indicates one family who will welcome another.
* It makes common sense to the church being adopted.
* It really fits well with the family metaphor being used for churches.
* It clearly defines the relationship between the two churches.
* It defines a relationship based on love.

 







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