b'Multisite ChurchesBiblical Foundations and Practical AnswersDustin L. SlatonAre multisite churches a healthy model for corporate worship? T he multisite church model has been consistently challenged by those who deem it unbiblical and incompatible with Gods design for the local church, but does Scripture support thisclaim?InMultisiteChurches,pastorandchurchvitalist Dustin Slaton posits that congregational polity is compatible withthemultisitemodel,dismantlingcritiqueswithboth urgency and care for the local churchs future. At a time when church fostering and church adoption are predicted to increase significantly, the multisite church model is a solution that can support the adoption of churches.Bringing in personal experience and erudite research, Slaton heuristically demonstrates a methodological approach of eccle-siology with a theological framework for the multisite model, fairly addressing both critics and supporters. Faithful to the biblical examples provided, he evaluates the marks of a healthy church and how they can be applied to the multisite model. Attributes include, but are not limited to:Preaching and TeachingLeadership and DiscipleshipBaptism and the Lords SupperStewardship AccountabilityChurch MembershipEvangelism and MissionsMultisite Churches is a resource for biblical ecclesiology with wide-ranging benefits for both clergy and congregant. Those prayerfully discerning whether they can transition to a mul-tisite church in a biblical way and those who are interested in the topic will benefit from the guidance and insight provided in this timely resource.DustinL.Slaton(PhD,SouthwesternBaptistTheological Seminary)isLeadPastoratFirstBaptistChurchinRound Rock, Texas. He served for more than ten years in youth minis-tries in Arkansas, Colorado, and Texas before serving six years as the campus pastor at Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas. In addition to a PhD, Slaton has a BA in Theology from Ouachita Baptist University and an MDiv from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.RELATED TITLESUNIQUE SELLING POINTS Provides an experiential perspective on978-0-8254-4829-4$22.99the multisite modelPaperback5.5 x 8.5312 pages Bridges the gap between the earlyRELIGION / Christian Ministry / church and the church of today Pastoral ResourcesKregel MinistryRights: World Practical resource for churches facing aJanuary 16, 2024digital, post-pandemic worldChurch Revitalization The Mentoring Church 978-0-8254-4753-2$23.99 978-0-8254-4464-7$20.9918 www.kregel.com'