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Signposts for the Future

Understanding current trends that will shape the future of the church

by Allan Paulin
Co-Director Mission Resource Team
Southern South Island
1995 to 2002

Table of Contents

Introduction
Ministry models
Social context
Cultural norms
Post-modern culture
Conclusion 
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