Blessings, as you follow Jesus into the urban setting. His Spirit is moving mightily in these sacred spaces. Denise and I are thrilled to journey with you. Jesus is Rabbi (teacher), healer, and savior, whose invitation to “Follow me,” extends to all people of every language, culture, and ethnicity (Rev. 7:9).
This training manual will serve you as a practical development tool to help you grow in generational disciple-making.
The hood embodies the complex realities of neighborhoods grappling with economic hardship, social disparities, and systemic inequities. Recognizing and addressing these challenges are essential steps toward becoming effective disciple makers in “the hood.”
We encourage you to use this training manual as a “travel companion,” to help you adjust your typical discipling practices. Even though the guidance offered in this book applies specifically to urban ministry, its principles are universal.