Once senior church leaders understand the process and are themselves committed to it, it is important for them to envision others, and show others in the church that they are supportive of the process. This is particularly important with Umoja … Continue reading
Umoja can have a transforming impact on the church and the community. However, there are also costs and challenges to such an approach. These include: Time – We have mentioned that elephants take a long time to be born. Often churches are … Continue reading
Umoja helps local churches to: • become a positive influence in community life • build relationships with people outside the church • identify and utilise their own resources more effectively • become an attractive and growing community • empower their … Continue reading
When senior church leaders engage with the process, support it, and encourage their local church leaders to get involved, it can transform whole denominations and numerous communities. When they do not actively support the process, keeping the process going and replicating it in … Continue reading
Umoja is not a quick process. It takes 21 days for a baby chick to hatch, and 22 months of pregnancy before a baby elephant is born (the longest of any land animal). Umoja is about giving birth to elephants! The time … Continue reading
Umoja Guides - Mobilising churches and communities for Integral Mission 