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Starting High Definition Churches [Paperback]

Ron Sylvia (Author)

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Publication Date: May 2004

In today's changing hi-tech culture a new church has emerged on the scene. It is a High Definition Church; a church with improved clarity and focus. It has a higher resolution than its conventional counterpart and higher resolve to do whatever it takes to present Christ to this generation. We need HD churches using today's technology and language to present the transforming message of Christ with impeccable clarity.

Built on Ron's experience, Starting High Definition Churches shows us how to launch an HD church, taking you through a step-by-step process from the Dream Stage through the Strategic Leadership Stage. Learn why Church Planting is the Extreme Sport of Ministry!

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Ron Sylvia is the best strategist I know in church planting. This book is a must read! -- Dan Southerland, Author of Transitioning

Starting HD Churches is well worth the read for anyone given the vision to start a 21st Century church. -- Ed Young, Senior Pastor - Fellowship Church

About the Author

Ron & Teddi Sylvia started Church @ The Springs in Ocala, Florida in 1994. The Springs has grown from 21 to 2400 people and they have started six daughter churches locally and nationally. The Springs was awarded the Church Health Award in 1999 from Purpose Driven Ministry. Ron and Teddi have trained thousands of church planters, nationally and internationally, as instructors for Purpose Driven Ministry.

Product Details

Paperback: 258 pages
Publisher: High Definition Resources (May 2004)
ISBN-10: 0975450905
ISBN-13: 978-0975450901
Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #991,714 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!, May 31, 2005

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Starting a High Definition Church really opens the door for someone who is considering starting a new church. In fact I would call it a "must read" for those embarking on this God given journey. This book is written from a personal perspective that comes from Ron Sylvia's own experiences. It is a wonderful resource and guide to reaching the post modern culture we now live in. I am thankful that God has given Ron such a passion and vision for ministry!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Clear process for effective church start, November 12, 2004

Roan P. A. Earle (Victorville, CA) - See all my reviews

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Ron's book gave me a process to think through and plan for our church launch. I used this book to pace our efforts and set milesones for each stage - Dream, Design, Launch, Development stages. For each of the launch stages, Ron provides insight and examples that really helped us focus. This is a 'must read' for Church planters that are translating the vision that they have from God, into a process to launch a focused church.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Starting HD Churches - Read It!, May 31, 2005

Mike Jones (San Antonio, Texas) - See all my reviews

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As we planned to launch a church in San Antonio, Texas we didn't know what to expect or what difficulties lay ahead. We had far more quesitons than answers.

"Starting High Definition Churches" was a HUGE help. Six months after reading the book and three months into the launch we have benefited numerous times in our planning and decision making. Ron shares his personal experiences and insights from his church launch that will encourage, guide, and even warn the church launcher of the struggles to expect. He did a great job at preparing us for the experieces we have encountered.

You'll find principles for strategy, relevance, and courage that will aid in the success of a church launch. If you're serious about launching a church then learn from someone who has done it and is willing to share his successes and failures. I am so glad I read this book.

Thanks Ron!

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The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren on 4 pages
Church on the Other Side, The by Brian D. McLaren in Front Matter (1), Front Matter (2), and page 226
Courageous Leadership by Bill Hybels on page 206, page 212, and page 226
Fresh Faith: What Happens When Real Faith Ignites God's People by Jim Cymbala on page 68, and page 69
Building a Contagious Church by Mark Mittelberg on page 226, and page 227

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