Unreached Initiatives
Researchers have generally agreed that a people group (defined by language and culture) is “unreached” if it is less than 2% evangelical and less than 5% adhere to any form of Christian faith. While these numbers are an aid in identifying where missionaries should be sent, we believe there is more understanding to be gained.
Key Factors is determining the need for an Initiative to the Unreached are:
Leadership
Are adequately trained leaders in place? Is there an indigenous methodology in place to multiply leaders who are are equipped in theology, spiritual formation, and possess the ability to adequately shepherd the “flock of God?”
Discipleship
Does the church understand the difference between “making disciples” and “making decisions?” Is there an indigenous plan in place to multiply followers of Jesus Christ who in turn multiply others?
Sustainability
Is there an indigenous plan in place that will adequately resource expansion of the church in case of isolation due to persecution?
When developing the plan for an “Unreached Initiative,” Connexus Global considers the following Ten Concerns:
Prayer
Has prayer been mobilized for the unreached people or place? What materials are needed to raise awareness?
Scripture
Has the Bible been translated into the preferred language of the people? Is it available in a medium they can use?
Media
What media (film, video, recordings, etc.) is available or needs to be developed?
Orality
How oral reliant are the people being reached? How should strategies be adjusted for an oral culture?
Community Development
What projects are needed to address glaring human needs (water, literacy, hygiene, nutrition, etc.) among the unreached?
The Ten Concerns
While our Unreached Initiatives will not address every concern in a single project, each IS considered in the development of the projects we present.
Sustainable Business
What kingdom business could be established that would enable long-term sustainability for church expansion efforts?
Discipleship
What are the best methods for multiplying Christ-followers among the unreached?
Evangelism
What are the best methods and tools for communicating the gospel among the unreached?
Leadership Development
What content and systems could be locally developed that would grow leaders in theological formation, leadership skills, and spiritual formation?
Church Formation / Multiplication
What should church look like among a particular unreached people? How will churches form and multiply in a particular culture and context?
The Ten Concerns
While our Unreached Initiatives will not address every concern in a single project, each IS considered in the development of the projects we present.