The Church and her Gospel ministry need to be (re) introduced in the most unlikely of places. Not as old news, but as relevant and timely. It is not necessary and even unlikely to try and turn the clock back to a Christendom context…to the good old days. The Church with her evangelical ministry can once again be the answer for those searching for direction and stability. It is through the ministries of men and women that we reveal to a Post-Christendom world that God cannot be hidden…that God’s new creation is now, is here and for all those longing for it. By reading the book, the author affirms that whatever holds the readers back…holds them down…or keep them from ministry in this Post-Christendom age will not withstand the presence and calling of a loving God that calls us out of exile to reclaim our communities, regain our cities and recover our churches. Contents Introduction Ezra Post-christendom…from reading between the lines to reading between the times Post-christendom…from importance to significance When your project struggles: From starting to stagnation Rekindle your project: From stagnation to inspiration What God initiates through us he brings to completion Politics and religion - two sides of the same coin? Standards and accountability in ministry The many pitfalls in ministry The necessity of personal leadership Nehemiah From butler to builder Three primary processes when taking initiative in the city Spiritual warfare is part of a missional spirituality From social justice to sacrificial living Conspiracy and false prophecies Restoring God’s presence and influence in your city What to do with the “exile” spirit in your community The remedy is in the reminding Five aspects of congregational and community transformation The church...always in need of a Good shepherd Haggai Fruitless prosperity Two promises to bring your project to fruition Obedience is the fruit that honours God References Mario Weyers started pastoral ministry in South Africa where he pastored several churches in the Dutch Reformed Church. Having a keen interest in Missiology and Post-Christendom, he developed partnerships with evangelical churches in Post-Christendom Belgium which had a profound influence on his theology and missiology. He has already authored two books. The author is currently a pastor in the Presbyterian Church in New Zealand.