Church Next by Eddie Gibbs

In this acclaimed study, the authors identify some of the major storm centres through which churches must navigate, not in order to return to a previously more tranquil world, but to enter an entirely new one. They look at mission, church structures, developing new leaders and mentoring, worship, spirituality and evangelism, and ask how our ministry must change in order to serve a new generation of Christians.

'Here is a book packed with information, wise analysis and wise common-sense advice. It cannot fail to encourage us to reflect on how to build better churches! Don't believe me? Read it and see!'

-Christian Herald

'Eddie Gibbs and Ian Coffey provide challenging and practical insights to help the church avoid extinction. Every church leader wanting to win the next generation of Christians should read this book.'

-Stephen Gaukroger

'Many people in church leadership are reeling from the pace of change, not only in society, but also within the church itself. This intelligent analysis of the situation helps us to understand and respond to the great cultural waves that are sweeping over us in this new millennium. This is an important piece of work.'

-Rob Frost

Eddie Gibbs is Professor of Church Growth at Fuller Theological Seminary, and runs seminars for church leaders from various countries on 'Leadership in the Emerging Church in Europe'. He is the author of several books, including Leadership Next (IVP, 2005).

Ian Coffey is Senior Minister of Crossroads International Church, Geneva and a member of the Spring Harvest Leadership Team.