Digital Church Movements

Written By Alan Hirsch

Alan Hirsch recently did an interview with our friends over at TheChurch.Digital talking all things movement in our digital world.

VIDEO DESCRIPTION: Discover how apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers can team up to ignite innovation and build vibrant communities, both online and offline. Activate all five ministry roles in the body of Christ—not just for leaders, but for everyone. Get actionable steps to develop APEST profiles, creating adaptable and powerful ministry teams.

Uncover the journey of recognizing how to identify your strengths and conquer challenges. Grab practical tools like the “thinking hats” game to serve with the right mindset

Follow the journey of a Nigerian church planter seeking to slowly implement APEST in a new ministry. Discover how the fivefold functions integrate with the emerging digital church scene.

Expect laughs, quirky nicknames, and even a “hat trick” prize.

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VIDEO TABLE OF CONTENTS:

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00:00 Celebrating: 300th member on Discord and excitement about our special guest

09:01 Introduction: Rolling out the red carpet for our guests with unique roles and expertise

12:39 Shoutout: honoring Alan Hirsch for his game-changing leadership and expertise

16:38 Ephesians 4: breaking down the rundown on apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers

22:59 Highlighting: how APEST assessment helps pastors focus more on ministry

30:22 Values: wisdom on faith, leadership, and patience in religion

34:57 Apostle role: building the ultimate church team and how roles complement

40:21 Question: a pastor asks how to balance church and business

43:07 Marketplace: creating beautiful profiles and aligning with organizational goals

52:51 Balance: emphasizing the need for balance in leveraging fivefold impacts within teams

57:34 Apostolic struggles: harnessing apostolic strength, limited time, and the pressure of individual pastoral care

01:06:37 Imbalances: lack of prophetic and apostolic functions in the church

01:17:41 Trailblazing: church pioneers facing opposition and embracing challenges to innovate

Alan Hirsch

Alan Hirsch is one of the founders of Movement Leaders Collective, as well as founding the Forge Mission Training Network and 5QCollective. Known for his innovative approach to mission and thought-leadership, Alan is highly sought after movement strategist for leaders, churches and denominations across the Western world. He is the author of numerous award winning books including The Forgotten Ways, 5Q, ReJesus, The Shaping of Things to Come, and The Permanent Revolution. He and his lovely wife Debra hail from the land down under, but currently live in Melbourne, Australia. You can follow Alan on Twitter here.

https://alanhirsch.org
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