Messy Church

Fresh Ideas for Building a Christ-Centered Community

By Jane Leadbetter, Lucy Moore | Publisher: InterVarsity Press

About the book

IVP Readers' Choice Award

We like the idea of community, but where do we start?

The Messy Church series provides resources to help your church bring together people of all ages and stages of faith, allowing them to experience a creative and fun-filled Christian community. Messy Church, the first book in the series, offers your church a tool to create a unique, come-as-you-are experience built on

  • creativity—allowing space for all to play and create
  • celebration—worshiping God and his redeeming work in Jesus
  • hospitality—sharing a meal where all are welcome

This complete resource helps you share the love of God and his people with families in your community, creating an opportunity for connection and learning in a fun and welcoming environment. With instructions for starting a program at your church, Messy Church includes fifteen sessions for use throughout the year.

Let's get messy!

Editions of Messy Church

Paperback
ISBN 9780830841387
EBook
ISBN 9780830888900

Read an Excerpt

IVP Readers' Choice Award

We like the idea of community, but where do we start?

The Messy Church series provides resources to help your church bring together people of all ages and stages of faith, allowing them to experience a creative and fun-filled Christian community. Messy Church, the first book in the series, offers your church a tool to create a unique, come-as-you-are experience built on

  • creativity—allowing space for all to play and create
  • celebration—worshiping God and his redeeming work in Jesus
  • hospitality—sharing a meal where all are welcome

This complete resource helps you share the love of God and his people with families in your community, creating an opportunity for connection and learning in a fun and welcoming environment. With instructions for starting a program at your church, Messy Church includes fifteen sessions for use throughout the year.

Let's get messy!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Messy Church about?

IVP Readers' Choice Award

We like the idea of community, but where do we start?

The Messy Church series provides resources to help your church bring together people of all ages and stages of faith, allowing them to experience a creative and fun-filled Christian community. Messy Church, the first book in the series, offers your church a tool to create a unique, come-as-you-are experience built on

  • creativity—allowing space for all to play and create
  • celebration—worshiping God and his redeeming work in Jesus
  • hospitality—sharing a meal where all are welcome

This complete resource helps you share the love of God and his people with families in your community, creating an opportunity for connection and learning in a fun and welcoming environment. With instructions for starting a program at your church, Messy Church includes fifteen sessions for use throughout the year.

Let's get messy!

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Messy Church?

Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Christianity

Where can I read a sample of Messy Church?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780830841387

Is Messy Church part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Messy Church Series

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Messy Church?

Jane Leadbetter, Lucy Moore

Who is the Publisher of the book Messy Church?

InterVarsity Press

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Messy Church is available as paperback(ISBN 9780830841387) and ebook(ISBN 9780830888900)

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