Creating Belonging for Newcomers: A First Step Toward an Integration Model for New Attendees at North Park Worship Centre
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Issue Date
2018-03
Authors
Lawrence, Mark Anthony, 1965-
Advisor
Thornton, William (Advisor)
Artist
Creator
Editor
Photographer
Type
Thesis
Keywords
Church membership
New church members
North Park Worship Centre (Brampton, Ont.)
Belonging (Social psychology)
New church members
North Park Worship Centre (Brampton, Ont.)
Belonging (Social psychology)
Citation
Lawrence, Mark Anthony. “Creating Belonging for Newcomers: A First Step Toward an Integration Model for New Attendees at North Park Worship Centre.” D. Min., Tyndale Seminary, 2018.
Abstract
This action research project was a first step toward integrating new people into North Park Worship Centre. Based on research into biblical principles, social science findings, and interviews with integration pastors, the project participants were invited into the integration process to determine if this approach would develop the experience of belonging. Qualitative research was conducted, including data collection through surveys, ethnographic observation, and personal reflection. The component of belonging was the area of focus in this study. The outcome of the project was that participants experienced a sense of belonging and were positioned for integration into the wider church community.
Table of Contents
Introduction – Theological Framework – Precedent Social Science Literature – Project, Methodology and Method – Outcomes and Interpretation – Conclusion
Publisher
Tyndale University College & Seminary
Copyright Notice
Copyright, Mark Anthony Lawrence, managed by Tyndale University. All rights reserved.
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Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License
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https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/