Randy Frazee "The Connecting Church"

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This paper explains that Randy Frazee, a church pastor, wrote "The Connecting Church" in an effort to explain the need for community and the role that the church plays in uniting people. The author points out that Frazee explores the human mind to a certain extent, discussing the spiritual and emotional elements that define life. The paper relates that Frazee creates the Johnson Family - a family living the "American Dream" in the suburbs, mixing professional and family obligations and identifying specifically as Christian people who devote a portion of their time and their lives to God.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1- "The Loneliest Nation on Earth"
Chapter 2- "Created for Community"
Chapter 3- "The Problem of Individualism"
Chapter 4- "Finding a Common Purpose"
Chapter 5- "Rediscovering Biblical Purpose"
Chapter 6- "Implementing a Common Purpose"
Chapter 7- "The Problem of Isolation"
Chapter 8- "Finding a Common Place"
Chapter 9- "Rediscovering a Neighborhood"
Chapter 10- "Implementing a Common Place"
Chapter 11- "The Problem of Consumerism"
Chapter 12- "Sharing Common Possessions"
Chapter 13- "Rediscovering Interdependence"
Chapter 14- "Implementing Common Possessions"
Closing Thoughts

From the Paper:

"When discussing the concept of individualism, Frazee traces its popularity to the belief system of the United States itself, whereby people are free to do as they choose, and as such, possess the unique ability to be individuals without pressure to conform or join a certain group, or church for that matter. Moving forward from that example, the author explains that the problem of individualism is that it adds to the feelings of isolation and despair that are causing so many Americans to the brink of despair."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Frazee, R. (2001). Connecting Church-Beyond Small Groups to Authentic Community. Grand Rapids: Zondervan Publishing.

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