Cell Manual by Faith

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INTRODUCTION

ICC is a cell church. It is a privilege and indeed a high calling to be chosen as a cell pastor in

the church. I trust that this manual will give you some idea as how we function as a cell

church.

The material given here is not meant to be exhaustive as more training materials will be

added as and when necessary through the years. It is also important to remember that all

cell pastors should be completing or have completed the four Lifetracks. What is taught in

the Lifetracks (especially tracks 3 & 4) forms a major part of the comprehensive cell manual.

We, the Vision Team, welcome you to join us in this wonderful journey of growth through the

cell system. We hope you will enjoy in multiplying disciples and also multiplying the cells inICC.

Rev. Faith Leong

Executive Minister


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Our Goal for 2010 is to Reach One, Win One, and Disciple One. We want to make sure

that Evangelism is at the forefront of the cell agenda.

In order to achieve this goal, we have reformatted the way we run cells this year. The cells

will have two formal cell meetings a month and two Bridge Bring Cell (BBC) Meetings a

month.

The BBC Meetings will be divided into four cycles, each with a different theme, so that we

can organize our evangelism around that theme.

First Cycle-Feb, March, AprilTest Your LimitsSecond CycleMay, June, JulyFun, Friendship and Family

Third CycleAugust, Sept, OctFaith, Hope and Love

Fourth Cycle-Nov, DecMiracles on Ann St

Planning for BBC

We recommend a three-step-approach-ATM

FirstAssess and Strategize

DemographicsRick Warren says : You dont attract who you want, you attract who you areFor example: A cell without any student will find it hard to reach out to students. Who are youtargeting as a cell? Make sure you have that kind of people in your cell. Are you targetingmigrant families, international students or local students, etc?

Socio economic and education backgrounds

Are you targeting business people, young professionals, students, or humanitarian migrants,

etc? This is an important consideration, some cells that consists young professionals tend to

organize dinners at restaurants, but they will find it hard to attract refugees or parents with

young kids to that kind of activities.

Giftings and talentsWhat kind of talents has God deposited in your cells? Discover the God-given talents in yourcell.Now that you have accessed what you have,Write down your target group, brainstorm on their needs and opportunitiesMigrant familiessettling in, friends, job seekingBusiness peoplehow to be successful, balance of family and work

Studentsacademic help, friendship

Vision 2010


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Then write down your strategieswhat can you do?

Second, Train and Prepare

Prepare a team which may consist of host, treasurer, event organizer, cleaning,follow up

Train your cell members to share their testimonies and how to have a conversationwith new people

Third, Mobilize and Launch

This is it!!! Have fun and see the fruit!

THINGS TO TAKE NOTES WHEN ORGANISING ACTIVITIES

Remember the goal is to be missional, not just about having funso activities donthave to be large scaled, just have to be effective

Its hard to organize activities that please everyone, for example, if you organize to gobush walking, those who are not used to physical activities may not come. Dont bediscouraged. One solution is to have two different groups organize two differentactivities on the same night, reaching different people. You dont have to have t hewhole cell attending the same activity.

Aim to alternate one low key (Less Time Consuming in terms of planning) activitywith one that requires more intensive planning. Low key activities include appropriatemovie, church wide meetings, coffee and dessert, etc. Intensive activities includeoutings, dinner, etc.

Please take into consideration the affordability of the activities to your group.

If you are organizing a cell retreat, remember a cell retreat should not take peopleaway from Sunday service. All cell retreats should take place on Friday night andSaturday and be back on Sunday Morning Services.

Please beware that certain activities including mountain climbing, bungee jumping,etc are not covered by church insurance. You must warn the members that they arejoining these activities at their own risk. If you plan on going such activities, pleasemake sure it is organized as a personal event (friends doing things together).


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2010 CELL CALENDARMARCH

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (5/3)

Multicultural Caf Nite

WEEK 2 MID Normal Cell (12/3) Club CCA camp

WEEK 3 MID/ALT BBC

Club CCA BBQ

WEEK 4 MID Normal cell (26/3)

For March, the university students cells will only have one normal cell meeting as they will have at

least one week involving in Caf Night and Club CCA BBQ (multicultural/Chinese) and one week in

the camp.

APRIL

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (2/4)

Good Friday Service

WEEK 2 MID Normal Cell (9/4)

WEEK 3 MID/MLM BBC (16/4) LifeTrack Intensive

WEEK 4 MID Normal Cell (23/4) LifeTrack Intensive

WEEK 5 Free LIFT

MAYWED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (7/5) / WISH WISH

WEEK 2 MID Normal Cell (14/5) Cell Pastors Camp (14-16)

WEEK 3 MID/ALT BBC (21/5) Living in Harmony Concert

(Sat)


JUNE

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (4/6)


WEEK 3 MID/MLM BBC (18/6)

Youth Lock In


JULY

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (2/7)


WEEK 3 MID/ALT BBC (16/7)


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Encounter Camp

Encounter Camp

WEEK 5 Free LIFT (30/7)

Club CCA Market Day21th

July (UQ);

JClubNeighbourhood Fun DayJuly 29th

9am to 3pm

AUGUST

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (6/8)

Club CCA Event

LifeTrack Intensives

WEEK 2 MID Normal LifeTrack Intensives

WEEK 3 MID/MLM BBC

WEEK 4 MID Normal

SEPTEMBER

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (3/9)

WEEK 2 MID Normal (10/9)


Youth Lock In

Moon Cake festival


WEEK 5 Free LIFT (1/10)

VBS20th

to 22nd

of Sept (Mon to Wed) 9am to 3pm

OCTOBER

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP Synergy (8/10) Synergy


WEEK 3 MID/MLM BBC (22/10)


NOVEMBER

WED FRI Saturday

WEEK 1 CP BBC (5/11)


Encounter Camp

Encounter Camp




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ICC OVERALL STRUCTURE

ICC has three major structures:

I. The Governmental Structure:

Government is ordained by God. Lack of government gives rise to anarchy.

The Governmental structure of ICC consists of the Board and the sub-committees The

function of the board is to guide and guard the church and its operation according to

spiritual, legal, ethical and corporate requirements. Sub-committees are there to assist the

Board members (not a decision making body). At present there are five sub-committees:

Legal, audit and finance, staff and remuneration (HR), vision team and finally marketing/fund

raising. Sub-committee members are people who are trained in their particular fields.

The present board members are David Mok, Jeannie Mok, Jonathan Mok, Faith Leong ,

Cary Gan, Phil Whittaker and David Teoh.

II. The Visionary Structure

Without a visionary structure, anyone, anyhow, anywhere will do at anytime.

Vision Team

Mission

MCC

API

Cafe M

Cell and GrowthStructure

RelationshipMinistries

Kids

Youth

Club CCA

STRUCTURE


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III. The Growth Structure

Growth is natural because life is encoded with growth factor. Healthy growth is the results of

healthy life.

The cell structure of ICC falls under the growth structure. Under the growth structure there is

no hierarchy all leaders will be called Cell-Pastors as opposed to the FIVE-FOLDMINISTERS thus Senior Minister, Executive Ministers, Youth Minister etc.

Cell Structure

There are generally two basic structures for cell groups: The Jethro-model and the G- model.

The Jethro-Model (or The 5x5 Structure)

This is also called the Jethro Model because of the way it arranges multiplying grouptogether in a hierarchy. For every five new units of cells a new level of leadership is added,

resulting in a hierarchical and somewhat top-heavy model. Under this system the supervisor

cares for the five cell leaders; a zone supervisor cares for 25 cell leaders and a district

pastor supervises approximately 125 cell leaders.

The G-Model

The G-12 model is a creative alternative to the normal cell church structure developed by

David Cho ( 5x5).

Pastor Csar Castellanos founded International Charismatic Mission at Bogot in April,

1983. Initially he modeled his cell system after Cho. After five years, there were about 70

cells in his church (1991). One day while he was reading Matt 9:35-10:10, he received a

revelation that Jesus solution to the the lack of laborers in the harvest field is to train up agroup of 12 disciples. He thus called this model G12. From 1992-1999, with Groups ofTwelve strategy, ICM grew to 20,000 cells.

Basically when a member of the cell has managed to plant a new cell, he or she then

becomes part of the G system (G-12 in his case)


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JethroModel 5 x 5Structure

G 12 Model

Visually

Hierarchical Spider Web

Nature

Geographical Affinity

Structure

District

Management

Network

Relational

Overseer

Removed from grass

roots

Focus on supervision

Do not lead a cell

Grass roots system

Focus on coaching

Still lead a cell

Multiplication

By division By planting

Relationship

Severed relationship Continuous relationship

Cells

Focus on pastoral Focus on outreach and pastoral

Others

Rigid System

Getting to be outdated

Leadership by

appointment

Flexible system

Cutting edge

Leadership by empowerment

Originator: Dr. Yonggi Cho Originator : Pastor Cesar Castellanos


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Comparing the 2 Models

ICC G-type Cell Structure

ICC adopts a modified G12 model We call it the G-Type-Cell Model. Under the ICC

Senior Minister (G-72 Pastor), there are supposed to be twelve (called G-18 pastors), each

planting 6 cells each, thus 72 cells

Each G-18 pastor issupposed to have six G-3 cell pastors under them, and in turn each of

the six G3 cell pastors will have 3 cell pastors under them. Thus the rationale for G18 and

G3

G18G3G72


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The Guiding Principles of the G-type Model

1. Discipleship

The cell churchs agenda is the fulfillment the Great Commission to go and makedisciples of all nations. We desire to see disciples, (not just decisions) andministers, (not just multitudes). People who accept the gospel and believe must be

taught, shaped and formed into the image of Jesus.

2. Leadership Development

The cell structure emphasizes leadership development. We desire to raise up leaderswho have received the DNA of the Senior Minister (in terms of vision, mission,

cultures, and values of the church). They become the true sons and daughters of the

house as they pass through the Seven Gates of the church. It is structured with theawareness that everyone needs to be ministered to in order to minister. The model

provides ongoing mentoring and proper accountability at all levels of leadership in the

church.

3. Multiplication

The heart of the G-type model is multiplication. It is in obedience to Gods desire forus to be fruitful and multiply. Success and faithfulness in this context is defined by

our ability to multiply resources (the number of people and the number of cells) that

God has entrusted to us, as illustrated in the parable of the talents (Matt 25).

4. Glory of God

The G-type cell model aims to prepare and mobilize Gods people for works ofministry. This is said to be the era of the saints, the era of the faceless, nameless that

will rise up in the power of God in church and in the marketplace. G-type Cell Model

facilitates this by releasing people into ministry.


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2.1 Qualifications

Cell Pastors/G Pastors

Qualifications of a Cell Pastor/G-pastor

Must meet the qualifications and requirements for church membership. Must meet the character requirements for church leaders in I Tim 3. Must be loyal to the Senior Minister and his short and long-term visions. Must be willing to work in harmony with others. Must be faithful and dependable in accomplishing duties.

Must carry a love and burden for the souls of men, women and children. Must lead, encourage, assimilate and care for their group with tact, zeal and love. Must be flexible and willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Must be given to prayer in their personal life and for their group of members. Must possess a general knowledge of all cell pastors goals and task. Must strive to retain a love for their area of ministry. Be exemplary in church, prayer meetings and cell attendance. Ministry is modeling

ones private life publicly. Hosea 4:9 Like people, like priest and Luke 6:40 (Jesus

said) A student is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be likehis teacher.

Must attend the monthly leaders training as well as the annual vision day and Synergyconference.

All cell pastors must have a blue card issued by the Department of Commission forchildren and Young People and Child Guardian. (Refer to the section on riskmanagement)

Must be consistent and proactive in the mentoring sessions with your immediate G-Pastor)

Have a good understanding of the churchs vision and philosophy (Mission, Cultures,Values)

Must have finished/or in the process of finishing the Lifetracks

2.2 Roles and Responsibilities

A Cell Pastor has three major roles and responsibilities:

a. Leader-the key word is alignment Heb 13:17-Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch

over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work willbe a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no advantage to you.

The cell pastor should trumpet the vision established by the Senior Ministerand articulated by the Vision Team.

LEADERSHIP


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Should fully understand and serve the Lord through the vision of the church The cell pastor should provide direction to the cell within the parameter of the

vision of the church. Strategize for growth and multiplication in consultation with the G-pastor. Identify and train potential cell assistants/apprentices in preparation for

multiplication Lead the weekly cell meetings Organize at least the cell outreaches (BBC)

b. Shepherd-the key word is Edification

Be shepherd of Gods flock. 1 Pet 5:2 Build relationships in the cell by loving people and caring for their well being Disciple the members in the cells. Intentionally bring each person through the

gates of progress.

Minister to specific pastoral issues, refer on to G-pastor if necessary Work with other leaders to assimilate new members into cell. Contact the

names given within the time frame specified. Invite the person to cell

c. Manager-the key word is empowerment

Empower the people in the cell to be effective Disseminate information e.g. co-coordinating instructions for church wide

projects ad harvest events. Practical organization e.g. time and place of meetings, duty rosters, etc. Write weekly cell reports to the designated person. Be proactive in communicating with the church office e.g. providing numbers

for Senior Ministers Dinner, functions, etc. Build team ministry in the cell by encouraging participation and throughdelegation.

G-Pastor similarly has three roles

Roles and responsibilities of a G-pastor (G-3.or G18)

a. Leader

Promote and communicate the vision of the church which is broken down intogoals and strategies on different levels.

Be responsible for the growth of the cells under your charge Provide feedback to your G-18 pastor on the conditions of the cell groups

under your care.

b. Manager

Annual planning with your immediate G-Pastor A plan and to execute all cell multiplications which involves the following

steps:i. Projection of cell multiplication dates for each cell

ii. Identify potential cell pastors and ensure that they are progressingthrough the gates of progress i.e. f inishing Lifetracks, church membership,


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etc.iii. Talk to the cell pastor (of the multiplying cell) about reorganization of

members, meeting place and other logistical issuesiv. Fix a meeting for the potential cell pastor to be interviewed by the Vision

Team. If approved by the Vision Team, the potential cell pastor will becommissioned at the next combined service.

v. In the mean time, help the cell pastor and his/her cell members to beexcited about multiplication

vi. Be there for the celebration of the multiplicationvii. Follow up and monitor to ensure the new cells are thrivingviii. Ensure implementation of any church wide projects involving cellsix. Be a trouble shooter. Make decision of cell closure if necessary.x. Report on following issues to your immediate G-Pastor and Vision Team

members (The minister in charge of ICC cells) insubordination and influencing others against church leadership serious marital problems e.g. immorality, violence and divorce fraud or deception

doctrinal deviation Abuse

c. Shepherd

Minister to specific pastoral needs in your network e.g. Hospital visits,counseling, bereavement, weddings, idol removal, deliverance, etc. Refer onif necessary.

Take care of the cell pastors under your charge. Meet with them and mentorthem with thematerials passed on from the Senior Pastor and Vision Team.

Visit cell groups. Go with the attitude to bless and edify cell members,

participate as a member, model specific parts if necessary and get to knowmembers of the cell groups.

Read the section on Primary Carethe Cell Pastor as Shepherd


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As a shepherd, your responsibility is to provide the primary care to your cell members (asdistinguished from critical carerefer to the section on critical care). Primary care is thenormal, regular attention and support that a cell pastor is expected to provide to the cell

members.

BIBLICAL FOUNDATION FOR SHEPHERDING

1. Biblical Reference to shepherding:

Jesus was a true shepherd (1 Pet 5:4, John 10). Really the sheep are not ours butGods.

God separated some people out to be shepherds of the church .

Acts 20:28 Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit hasmade you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God,which he bought with his

own blood.

The minister appoints cell pastors to look after the small groups. Just as Moses

appointed leaders for the smaller groups according to the levels. (Ex 18:25)

2. Why do there have to be Shepherds?

Sheep need a leader. Num 27:15-19

Sheep will suffer. Zech 10:2

Sheep will wander. 1 King 22:17, Eze 34:4-6

God gave us shepherds. Jer 3:15

SHEPHERD LEADER

As a shepherd-leader, your primary focus is relationship. Forming an authentic relationship

is the first step to intentionally care for your cell members. People want to be built into, cared

for and loved. They first want a shepherd who feeds them rather than a supervisor who

leads them. Their primarily want a shepherd who cares for them, who seeks to understand

themtheir personal walk with God, their family life, their relationship to the church. Onewho helps them discern next steps of personal spiritual growth or how to fulfill their potential

in the Lord Jesus, the ultimate shepherd gave us an example when he says: I know my

sheep and my sheep know me

YOUR ROLE AS A SHEPHERD


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Tender, compassionate heart is a key facet of intentional shepherding. God described his

heart for shepherding in Eze 34. Key responsibilities of a shepherd are:

To strengthen the weak

To heal the sick

To bind up the injured To bring back the stray

To search for the lost

The Bible distinguished between a true shepherd and a hired hand

SHEPHERD HIRED HAND

Cares to the point of sacrifice Quits when it gets tough

Knows sheep personally Know sheep as a flock

Intimate relationship with God In it for personal advancement

Heart for the sheep Just doing the job

THINGS TO TAKE NOTE IN PASTORING YOUR PEOPLE

1. Pastoring people can be hard work but it is also rewarding. Peter tells us,And when theChief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away (1Peter 5:4). Get ready to embark upon the greatest adventure of your life, one witheternal rewards.

2. At some point in your journey as a cell pastor, you will encounter pain, loss,disappointment. Therefore it is so important to keep up your own spiritual growth so thatyou continue to receive the grace that is all sufficient for you.

3. Be available but draw appropriate boundaries. As a cell pastor, you need to learn todraw physical as well as emotional boundaries. Physical boundaries refer to boundarieson your time, your energy, etc. A cell pastor should be generous with his/her time but

this doesnt warrant the deterioration of personal or family life.

For example, if your cell members phone you at inappropriate times then kindly tell themnot to call during that time again, unless it is an emergency. Suggest other times orways (email or on another phone line) they can contact you that are better for you; if youknow of times that would not be good for you and your family, let your cell membersknow of them from the outset. Its okay to set time limit on phone conversation and oneto one conversation.

We have had examples of cell members who called at early hours in the morning to asktheir cell pastors to pick them up from the city as they couldnt get public transport,members who hang around until midnight, etc.


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Cell Pastors also need to know how to draw emotional boundaries. As cell pastors, weneed to empathize with our members when they go through time of grief, loss, etc butwe need to learn to cast those burdens upon the Lord and not allow those feelings tooverwhelm us. Unhealthy boundaries cause us to think: I am responsible for his moralbreakdown, depression. Etc. Healthy boundaries means: I have done everything withinmy power and will continue to pray for him but ultimately he/she has to be responsible tohis/her own decisions and choices.

Larry Crab, a famous author on counseling, commented in his book, The Key to Caring,that one must not confused between goal and desire. He says: A goal may be definedas a purpose to which a person is unalterably committed. He assumes unconditionalresponsibility for a goal, and it can be achieved if he is willing to work at it. A desire maybe defined as something wanted that cannot be obtained without the cooperation ofanother person. It is an objective for which a person can assume no responsibility,because it is beyond his control. Reaching a desire must never become the motivatingpurpose behind behavior, because then a person is assuming responsibility forsomething he cannot fulfill on his own. A cell pastor can make it his goal to each of his

member at least once a week to build relationship but his desire that these members willopen up to him may not be accomplished without the cooperation of the other parties.

4. We do not recommend a cell pastor to minister to or visit a member of the opposite sexalone. If you are married, you should bring your spouse with you. If you are single, bringyour co-leader with you

5. As the cell grows, it is not possible for you to build relationship with everyone. Startbuilding a core group and train up assistants/apprentices to help you to follow up andcare for the rest of the cell members.

PRACTICAL WAYS TO BUILD RELATIONSHIP IN THE CELL

1. Model openness and transparency by sharing about yourself.

2. Aim for frequent connection. In addition to the cell meetings, contact each of your cellmembers regularly. Utilize phone call, sms, emails, msn, etc to keep in touch.Internet social network e.g. Facebook should be used with caution. ICC is currentlyconstructing an intranet that will enable us to connect with each other through thewebsite.

3. Create an atmosphere of care in the cell meetings for praying for each others.

4. Celebrate the milestones in the cell members life e.g. engagement, weddings,graduations, birth of a child, etc.

5. Remember and celebrate each others birthdays.

6. Be available at the critical times in a members life e.g. deaths, critical illness, breakup of marriage or relationships, etc. Be sure to inform your G-pastor about thesesituations.

7. Help each other practically e.g. moving house, child care, etc.


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8. Have a structure to share burden together e.g. email the prayer needs to the wholecell, etc.

9. Follow up if a person has missed cell or church to show concern.

PRACTICAL WAYS TO HELP YOUR MEMBERS SPIRITUAL GROWTH

One of key roles of the cell pastors is to help the members to grow spiritually. In ICC, we

have many avenues to help the members to grow.

1. Keep track of the spiritual development of the cell members. (use the form in the

appendix)

2. Help them to progress through the development track in the church

Curriculum Learning outcomes Others

Lifetrack One Learn the basics of Christian

Living

-God

-Salvation by grace

-Prayer

-Bible

-Worship

-Baptism-water & HS

-Tithing

-Church

- Bring them to Senior Minister Dinner

-Talk to them about the multicultural vision of

the church, try to answer any concern they may

have about the church

-Introduce them to the different

-if they are Christians (for example overseas

students who accepted Christ overseas), ask if

they have any theological concerns

-Encourage them to be water baptized

-Baptism of the HS and speaks in tongues

-Encourage them to attend Sunday services

regularly

-If they have any personal issues e.g. living

together, addictive habits, etc, the approach is to

encourage them to grow in the Lord before

laying down rules.

Lifetrack Two Inner Life development

-attitudes and emotions

-Character development

-Encourage them to go to encounter camp

-Encourage them to develop accountable

relationship

-Talk to them about any past issues that need to


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-Discerning the will of God

-Overcoming the devil

-Forgiveness

-Conflict management

-Communication

-Walking in faith

be dealt with

-encourage them to serve in the cell.

Lifetrack Three Vision and Mission of the

church

-Vision and Mission

-Cultures and Values

-Multiculturalism

-Soul Winning

-Cell Church

-Partnership

-join membership

-Encourage them to serve in the church

- Teach them to lead someone to Christ

Lifetrack Four -Leading a cell group -Give them opportunity to lead worship or

discussion in the cell

-if they are ready and willing, groom them to becore members or assistants


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Members Spiritual Progress Form

Cell Pastor:__________________________________________

Name LT 1 LT 2 LT 3 LT 4 Encounter Water B


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COMMON PASTORAL ISSUES

Common Pastoral Issues

1. Attendance concernsSome of the common reasons: priority (work, fun, etc), discipline (sleep late, cant getup in the morning), commitment.

Heb 10:25 Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit ofdoing, but let us encourage one anotherand all the more as you see theDay approaching.

Matt 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these

things will be given to you as well

The corporate meetings bring a level of anointing and manifestations of thepresence of God

Share testimonies.

2. Sickness

If possible, visit the person

Provide practical helps

Pray for him/her

Is 53:5 By his stripes we are healed Ex 15:26 He said, "If you listen carefully to the voice of the LORD your God

and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands andkeep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought onthe Egyptians, for I am the LORD, who heals you."

3. When a loved one died

Send a short note or card

Express your sorrow by simply saying I am so sorry about________s death Provide meals for the family and inquire about other specific needs you may

assist with

Listen. Allow the family to talk about the loved one

Remember the family at holidays, birthdays and anniversary of the death

Jn 11:25 Jesus told her, I am the resurrection and the life. [a] Anyone whobelieves in me will live, even after dying.

2 Cor 1:3-4 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our

merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our

troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be

able to give them the same comfort God has given us.

4. Study problems

Lack of motivation is normally due to the lack of purpose. Help the person set

goals. Ask: what do you think are the consequences if you continue this way?Are you happy to live with the consequences?
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Identify some of the root problems: lack of discipline, poor study

habits/strategies, language problems

Help them develop good study habits:

Discover their key productive time

Find their key learning styles e.g better study alone or with someone

Dont procrastinateIf it is a language problems, read up before class, take copious notes or

borrow notes from others, not be afraid to ask.

Tim 1:7 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of

love and of self-discipline.

5. Past mistakes

Get to know them make sure you spend time with them as well as praying

with them Be open and vulnerable Encourage them to go to Encounter Camp They need to know who they are in Christ and understand that we are ALL

sinners establish the Word of God in their life about who they are. Encourage them to forgive themselves once they acknowledge God has

forgiven them then love themselves . Set-up an accountable relationship . If other people were involved in the past mistake get them to ask for

forgiveness or to forgive the others Give them small tasks and responsibility in cell environments

Start to introduce other relationships within the church and cell to createopenness

6. Bad Habits Be Understanding usually they do not want to change, it us who wants them

to change Focus them on Godly priorities

Prayer get them praying possibly fasting Provide a positive alternative get them practically involved. Find the root of the cause what is the reason eg. clubbing to get a girl Use the Word of God to help them allow them to see the power in the word

of God 1 Corinthians 6:12 everything is permissible but not beneficial Hebrews 4:12 Word is living and active. Sharper than a two-edged sword. If it is a more mature Christian Matthew 18:6

7. Personality clashes or offence between members Talk to the individuals involved separately. Listen to both sides of the story. Encourage them to apply the biblical principles. Matt 5 and Matt 18 Empathise with their feelings. Dont try to talk people out of how they feel at

first. Just listen and let them unload emotionally without being defensive.

Feelings are not always true or logical.


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Get them to confess their part of the conflct. Confession is a powerful tool forreconciliation. Often the way people handle a conflict creates a bigger hurtthan the original problem itself.

Emphasize reconciliation, not resolution

Q & A

1. Whats the policy on borrowing and lending money in the cell?First of all, no cell pastors should be borrowing money from cell members. The

members find it hard to refuse and it makes a cell pastor obligated to the cell

members which reduces the effectiveness of his/her leadership. Secondly, a cell

pastor if approached by a cell member should not feel obligated to lend money. You

should only lend money as a friend and if you do want to lend money to people, have

the attitude that if the person doesnt return the money, you are at peace with it.Discourage the practice of borrowing and lending money within the cell. Sometime,

cell members may have genuine needs for financial help. If possible, give rather than

lend to avoid disappointment.

2. Should dating couple be in the same cell?

We do not have a policy on this matter. Past experience however shows that unless

a couples relationship is steady and ready to get married, it is not always advisablefor them to be in the same cell. Often time, a couple breaks up and cause the cell to

be divided as different members get caught in the relational conflicts or issues.

3. Is it okay for me to invite a special speaker to the cell?

Before you invite any special speaker, you should consult with your G-pastor. Please

do not send out an invitation before talking it over with your G-pastor. This is to avoid

putting your G pastor in an awkward position to have to say yes even though he/she

may not be comfortable with the speaker you invite or the embarrassment that you

have to cancel the invitation should your G pastor strongly object the proposal.

4. If my cell members ask me to keep confidence about his/her issues, what should I

do?The ability to keep confidence is important for building trust with the cell members.

However, there are times when you must not keep confidence:

If it affects the unity of the cell or the church e.g. if the person has something

against the leadership or the church

If it has implications for other people for example, the person is getting

married but has confessed to you that he is still attached to his old girlfriend

If it is more than you can handle. I had a case where a cell member has fallen

pregnant and had come to the cell pastor in confidence that she will go for

abortion as she doesnt want her parents to know about it. The cell pastor

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If it is a potentially life threatening issues e.g. the person has suicidal

thoughts.

To avoid the predicament of breaking confidence, always warn the person

who talks to you that you will always strive to keep confidence but you will

have to tell your G-pastor about it if it concerns the church or has serious

implications for others or his/her well being. Before reporting, give that persona chance to speak to the party concern, offer to go with the person. If all else

fail, you must inform your G-pastor.

5. Do I allow members from another church to join our cell?

We do not encourage members from another church to join our cell groups. First, it

causes confusion in terms of pastoring. For example, if the person has a character

issue, who is responsible for teaching him and guiding him; who is he ultimately

accountable to. Also, the church that he attends may have a different values/belief

than our church. If you have a few of your members who are from another church, it

creates inertia in the cell, hampering your effectiveness to bring the cell into

alignment to the church. Finally, as a cell pastor, you have limited resources and

time, its far better to invest those resources into members who are willing to betrained up to follow the vision of the church and to take on leadership in future.


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SECTION FOUR-CRISIS CARE

Emergencies

Contact the police, ambulance or fire service straight immediately. Such crises shouldinclude:

Life threatening situations Severe accidents or emergencies An attempted suicide or threatened suicide Present threats of violence by a person to himself or herself or to others

Serious situations

As a cell pastor, you are expected to provide support and encouragement to members ofyour group. However you are not trained to be a professional counselor, so you should notassume such a role. Instead your responsibility is to provide opportunities for your membersto receive the appropriate care they require. Situations that may need professional help:

Thoughts/ threats of abortion Serious marriage problems History of past abuse Addiction e.g. substance abuse, alcohol, gambling, etc. Severe personality disorders

Mental disorders or dysfunctions

Crisis care

If there is a crisis such as bereavement, miscarriage, divorce, etc. Cell pastors are often thefirst point of contact for any crisis in the life of the cell members. Though you are not calledupon to give professional intervention, certain things to remember are:

Avoid offering platitudes and superficial comments such as:

It will take some time, but youll get over it Try to be strong for your children

You are lucky that it wasnt any worse It was Gods will You should have heard what happened to me

Provide meals for the family and inquire about other specific needs you may assist with,such as caring for the pets or mowing the grass.

Say I am so sorry this happened to you..

Listen, listen, listen and be slow to speakquick to listen means listen to the heart cryGood resources:


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Lampman, Lisa Barnes (ed), Helping A Neighbor in Crisis(Wheaton, Tyndale House, 1997).This is an excellent resource for cell pastors. Easy layman terms, concise and very practicaltips on how to provide support to people in different crisis.

People to Contact

Contact your immediate G-leader first or one of the Vision Team pastors, and togetherwork out a plan and steps as how to help the members.

Here are some useful numbers:

Emergency 000Alcoholic Anonymous (07) 3255 9162Gambling Helpline 1800 222 050

Queensland Housing Crisis Line (07) 3367 2522(for temporary accommodation)Telephone interpreter service 13 14 50Domestic Violence Telephone Service 1800 811 811Peter Janetzki & Associates (07) 3822 8336(Christian counseling service)Legal Aid Call Centre 1300 65 11 88Women Legal Service (Brisbane) (07) 3392 0670Teen Challenge Queensland (07) 3422 1500

Vision team phone numbers (in emergency):

Ps Faith (Ngar Fei) 0413 048 768Ps Jonathan Mok 0413 774 783Ps David Mok 0411 160 239Ps Jeannie Mok 0412 644 813


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MY MEMBERS SAY HE HAS SUICIDAL THOUGHTS

For immediate crisis intervention when life may be in danger, ring the police

on 000. If cant get through, call 112. If the danger is not imminent, you must

still ring the police on 33646464

1. If a person is really intent on killing themselves do they still show warningsigns?

Many people who are suicidal, communicate this intent to those around them.However, these indicators are often subtle and can be very difficult to notice.Understanding some of the warning signs can help us to understand someone atrisk. Warning signs may include:

o The recent suicide, or death by other means, of a friend or relative;o Previous suicide attempts;o Preoccupation with themes of death or expressing suicidal thoughts;o Depression, conduct disorder and problems with adjustment such as

substance abuse, particularly when two or more of these are present;o Giving away valued possessions, making a will or other final arrangements;o Major changes in sleep patterns, including too much or too little;o Sudden and extreme changes in eating habits, losing or gaining weight;o Withdrawal from friends, family or other major behavioural changes;o Dropping out of group and social activities;o Personality changes such as nervousness, outbursts of anger, impulsive or

reckless behaviour, or apathy about appearance or health;o Frequent irritability or unexplained crying;o Lingering expressions of unworthiness or failure;o Lack of interest in the future;o When there have been other indicators of a potential suicide attempt, a

sudden lifting of spirits may point to a decision to end the pain of life throughsuicide.

2. Are people who threatened suicide just seeking attention?

All suicide attempts must be treated as though the person has the intent to die. Donot dismiss a suicide threat or attempt as simply being attention seeking. It is likelythat the person has tried to seek attention and, therefore, this attention is needed.The attention that they get may well save their lives.

3. What should I do?

1st RESPONSE is very important. You need to be pro-active and portray yourself to be

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a. Evaluate the LETHALITY. How potentially lethal is the situation? Think escape

(safety, protection) plans for yourself, just in case. Dont compromise yourself as asuicidal person may become a homicidal person.

o Check that your mobile is working and on redial to your carer whos on

standby.o Let your carer know the address & how to get there.o Get carer to call in 15 mins. Your answer Call me back in 15 mins means

situation is not that safe.o 2 x 15 mins is a signal for carer to call Police & Ambulance.o Call me back in 1 hour means you are ok.o After knocking on the door, step back & wait for person to walk into the house

first with you following behind. Never allow him to walk behind you.o Survey room & check escape routes ensure that the door is not locked,

place is safe.

b. Quantify perturbation. How HOT is the Suicide threat. On a scale of 1 to 10 assesstheir pain. Remember 80% of suicides are planned. IF TOO HOT RING POLICE OR

AMBULANCE ON 000.

c. Retrieval

o Ask Are you suicidal. Use the suicide be direct, honest and bold. Dontuse vague terms eg Harming yourself Hurt yourself Doing somethingstupid. Directness leads to openness which create a bridge and this facilitatethe venting process.

o If the answer is yes. Ask How are you going to commit suicide? When?Where.?Why.? Remember suicidal people are planners.

o Listen. Use the 80-20 rule. You listen 80% and talk 20%. Do not attempt to

counsel them. Just allow them to off-load their problems. This will in turn

reduce their pain and angst.

o Explore any signs of vomiting (Have you taken something?), Bleeding (self

inflicted?) Breathlessness (Asthmatic? Have you taken something?)

Disfigurement (Dont assume it is old) Pain (Where is the pain?) o If the answer is no. Apologize and said you needed to know. Offer future help

and follow them up. Say If you happen to feel suicidal at any time, please callme immediately and Ill get help. Get the person promise not to do it. Getthem the help needed practical, counseling etc.

o If the person is ambivalent : Will I or wont I. The final part of the ambivalencestruggle is RIGHT Time vs WRONG Time. Say This is the wrong timebecause I can help you BEWARE of sudden unexplained behaviouralimprovement after suicidal depression. They may have decided to complete

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MY MEMBER JUST FOUND OUT THAT HER HUSBAND IS HAVING A AFFAIR

It is difficult for someone who has not experienced a partners affair to understand the shock,sadness and pain that comes when someone has pledged to forsake all others, betraysthat sacred promise. Infidelity shakes its victims to the very core.

What can you do?

o Get them to contact one of the pastors straight away

o Allow plenty of time for grief, sadness and anger. A listening year is of such great

value at this time.

o Help them explore the meaning and practice of forgiveness

o Encourage them to rely on God for their worth

o Pray for them

o Offer practical help for them and the kids

o Should they separate or divorce, offer support and practical help. Be sensitive

especially on Valentines Day, mothers day, birthday, anniversary, etc.

MY MEMBERS MOTHER JUST PASSED AWAY

o Write a note

o Call and visit if possible

o Recognise that recovery takes time. There is great wisdom in Shakespearsobservation:How poor are they that have not patience! What wound did ever healbut by degrees And the Apostle Paul advises:Encourage the timid, help the weak,be patient with everyone (I Thess 5:14)

o Lend a listening year. Listening is crucial in comforting others.o Resist any temptation to recite clichs e.g. It was for the best, etc. Say I am sorry,

This must be very painful for you.o Offer practical help

o Pray for them

o Useful scriptures-Ps 91:2,4; Ps 94:18-19; Nahum 1:7; John 11;25; 2 Cor 1:3-4

I THINK MY CELL MEMBER IS SUFFERING FROM DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

What is domestic violence?

Domestic violence can occur in many forms and can affect people of any age. If someone ishurting you it can be very scary and it may be hard to know how you can stop it. It isimportant to remember that no one has the right to be violent towards you and there arepeople out there who can help.

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Physical - If someone is hurting you then you will probably have to take some action. Someforms of physical violence are: pushing, shaking, slapping, forcing you to do sexual thingsagainst your will, throwing things at you, damaging your property, hurting or killing pets.

Emotional - This form of violence is often unrecognised and can be very hurtful. Some

forms of emotional violence are making threats, speaking in a way that is frightening, puttingyou down, and emotional blackmail.

Economic - Having money and being able to make decisions about it, is one means ofbeing independent. If someone is controlling your money, keeping you financially dependent,or making you ask for money unreasonably, then this is a form of violence.

Social - This form of violence may happen in conjunction with other forms. If someone isinsulting you or teasing you in front of other people, keeping you isolated from family andfriends, controlling what you do and where you go, then they are being violent and you mayneed to take some action.

How you can help?

o Remember as a cell pastor, your role is there to support. Refer them to the Pastors

for professional help.

o Safety is always the first priority. If there is any imminent danger, call the police.

Another useful contact is Violence Against Women, Australia Says No1800 200526

o Helpful things to say: It takes a lot of courage to talk about something so painful.Thank you for trusting me enough to share this with me; Its not your fault. You arenot responsible for your husbands abusive behavior

o Provide practical help. While abhorring the abuse, many women hesitate to leave

their violent husbands out of fear of enraging their husbands, losing their financial

security, having their shame exposed or failing to make it on their own. Many of these

are realistic fears. If the abused makes the decision to have a time of separation after

counseling, be there to provide practical help.

o Pray for them

o Help scriptures: Ps 10:17-18; Ps 31:1-2; Ps 72:12-14

MY MEMBER CONFIDED IN ME THAT HE/SHE HAD BEEN ABUSED BY A FAMILY

MEMBER/AN ADULT

o Report to your G pastor straight away

o Your G pastor will determine whether it is mandatory to report the incident

o If the person is not a minor (over 18), and the abuse is still ongoing, encourage the

person to report to police. Offer to accompany the person to do so.

o Be there to support as this is a very emotional matter but wait for your G pastors

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As a leader, you are a vision carrier for the church. You need to cast the vision of the church stronglyto your cell as well as a vision for your own that cell that is within the parameter of the corporate

vision.

FIRST, AS A LEADER, LEAD YOURSELF

Our toughest leadership challenge is often ourselves. The Apostle Paul when instructing the

church at Ephesus said, Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the HolySpirit has made you overseer

Once a month, you need to ask yourself these questions, and talk it through with your G

pastor:

Is my vision clear?

Is my passion hot?

Is my character submitted to Christ?

Am I overcoming fear?

Are there any interior issues that can undermine my leadership e.g. self esteem,

past, hurts?

Am I growing?

Is my pace sustainable?

Am I aligned with the church? Have I grown in ownership, commitment and loyalty to

the house?

SECOND, KNOW YOURSELF

a. Know your own natural leadership style and personality. (See the appendix for thepersonality test if have not taken one before)

b. Although we all have one dominant style of leadership that we are comfortable with,

we need to be adaptable to the context that we are leading. Research shows that for

a cell group, the most suitable leadership style is what is termed by Rev Gordon

Moore as the Sanguine Leadership Style. A leader who exercised the Sanguine

Leadership are personable, approachable, diplomatic, tactful and has high relational

skills.

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FOURTHKNOW THE VISION OF THE CHURCH

As mentioned earlier, leaders are vision carriers of the church. It is important that you know

the vision of the church intimately.

First, Do you understand the vision?The vision of ICC is to build a multicultural cell church that will impact this Nation andBeyond

Second, Are you fully convinced beyond the mere facts, that the vision is important?As a church, we believe the Multicultural Vision is a mandate from God. It is the heartbeat ofGod.

The Multicultural Church is a foretaste of heaven. Rev 7:9 says After this I looked and therebefore me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, peopleand language, standing before the throne and in front of the Lamb. They were wearing whiterobes and were holding palm branches in their hands. In the Lords prayer, Jesus taught us

to pray: Your Kingdom come and your will be done. The multicultural church is bringing theKingdom of God on earth.

It is also an answer to prayers of Jesus. At the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed; Letthem be one as we are one so that the world will know that you sent me.that you lovethem. Our oneness is one of the most powerful and compelling testimony to the authenticityof the gospel.

The early church was also multicultural. The Antioch church was a multicultural church withmulticultural leadership. In Acts 13: 1, it says 1In the church at Antioch there were prophetsand teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had beenbrought up with Herod the tetrarch) and Saul. Simeon was an African. Lucius was a Gentile,Manaen was Greek and Paul was a Jews.

There are many other reasons why we embrace the Multicultural Vision. Please refer toLifetrack 4 for further information.

Third, are you participating and passing on the vision?

FIFTH, VISION CASTING SKILLS

Without vision, people perish. A cell group should form a vision within the parameter of the

church vision. It is of absolute importance that all of our cells are aligned with the vision ofthe church, not deviating from it.

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First, write a vision statement for your cell. A vision statement must be:

Concisemake sure your vision statement can be stated in a sentence Clear-make sure your vision has clarity and is easily understood

Consistent-Your vision statement should relate directly to the purpose of the church

Compelling-is it something worth rallying around

Then write down some action steps and target dates for those steps.

Q AND A ABOUT CHURCH AND CELL VISION

1. The XXX church also ahs 80 nationalities represented in their church? Are all

churches multicultural?

Having 80 nationalities represented in the church is only a demographic reality. Being

a multicultural church goes beyond the quantitative qualities of having a certainethnic makeup in the congregation. There must be certain values that undergird a

multicultural church, for example:

Celebrate diversity. Although a lot of churches can look diverse, in essence, it

is governed by one dominant culture. The dominant culture can be a

corporate culture or a particular ethnic culture e.g. being very WASPish (white

Anglo Saxon Protestant). Here in ICC, we celebrate cultural diversity through

our multicultural worship, cultural celebration, language specific cells, etc.

Intentional diversity in leadership

Inclusive in our policies and practice. We create mechanism for all to

participate at all levels of leadership in the church.

2. There seem to be a lot of Asians here? Is this a Chinese Malaysian Church?

Although our Senior Pastor is Chinese Malaysian in descent, we are not a Chinese

Malaysian Church. As of Feb 2010, our ethnic makeup is as followed:

African: 6.4%Indian/Nepalese: 6.9%Caucasian (includes mixed kids with 1 parent Aussie) 16.5%Hispanic: 2.2%Islanders/Aboriginal : 2.86%Asians: 65.15%

3. Your member tells you that this performance is offensive to our cultureWe have close to 60 nationalities represented in our church. It is hard not to offendanyone. It is important to teach our members to adopt an ethno relative perspectivewhen comes to cultural practice. It simply means not to judge something just from ourcultural standard, assuming that your cultural perspective is the only way to seethings. On the other hand, try to understand the performance/ practice from othercultural perspective.


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As a leader youll face relational conflicts. The question isnt Will I face conflicts? but Howcan I best manage conflicts when they arise? Also, as relationships in groups deepen,conflict is inevitable. A group that experiences no conflict among members is probably either

a brand new group or a group that has not pursued authentic relationships.

Principles to responding to conflicts constructively.

1. Pay attention to conflict clues

Start small! Conflict does not have to become a crisis before we take charge of the situation.

Many serious issues can be prevented by early intervention. Managing a potential conflict

before its a crisis is a sound investment. Start by paying attention to conflict clues:

Discomfort Incidents Misunderstanding

Tension and Crisis

(refer to Appendix A)

2. Beware of amygdale hijack

The moment we believe we are under attack, our body experienced what the

psychologist called amygdale hijack. It will activate one of three mechanisms: fight,flight or freeze.

The key to move from reacting to responding is to focus on your inner state: body,

emotion and thought

Body-take a few good deep breath

Emotion-notice your feelings without suppressing them or letting them run wild.

Thought-Reframe doom, gloom or blaming thoughts into Ah, how interesting! I wonderwhat the opportunity is here?

3. Learn to empathize

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Use your ears more than your mouth. Paul advised, Look out for one anothersinterests, not just for your own The phrase look out for is the Greek word skopos, fromwe get the words telescope and microscope. It means pay close attention. Focus on their

feelings, not the fact. Begin with empathy, not solutions. Feelings are not always true or

logical. David admitted, When my thoughts are bitter and my feelings are hurt, I was

stupid as an animal

4. Learn to collaborate instead of being adversarial Start with the heart-commit to a win/win approach Set the scene-beware that there are three things at stake here:

The contentwhat are you working out?

The processhow will you work it out?

The relationshipdid you respect each other in the process?

5. Use collaborative language

Use AND not BUT e.g. I understand/appreciate that you see it this way and the way Isee it is. or I acknowledge the way you see it and the way I see it is

Use non-adversarial language:

Beware of saying: Say instead

X I disagree with you I would like to express a different view

X I am on Bills side on this one I can see some value in Bills view

X I can argue against that I see it differently

X Why would you think? Tell me more about how you see it?

X The problem with that is? Lets explore other possibilities?

6. Understand the different behavioral styles and the possible clash of values

The DISC model explains different behavioral styles using the spectrums of reserved

and outgoing, and people-oriented and task oriented. In difficult conversations consider

this to accommodate the other persons style.

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Also learn to spot a clash of values. Common clashes include Equality vs. Status;

Agreement vs. Competition; Feeling vs. Actions and Objects; Independence vs.

autonomy.

Signs of values problem

Complaint Issue

Thats not fair Equality

Show some respect Status

Why do you always have to make such a

fuss?

Agreement

Youre not listening Feelings

Stop complaining and get on to it Actions and objects

Were all in this together Interdependence

Let me do it myself Autonomy

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Appendix 1

CONFLICT CLUES: WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM

Discomfort: act to get comfortable. Say something. Ask a question. Check how the other

person is. Are they concerned about something? It may work better to phrase your question

neutrally. How are things going? rather than Whats wrong? or say what you want ratherthan point out what is not quite right. Try some small talk. Get more information. The

situation hasnt escalated to being a big deal at this stage. If its not about you, stay out of it!

Incident: Talk it over as soon as is acceptable to both parties. Encourage good dialogue

and objective statements. Actively listen to their explanation. Emphasize that it is a small

thing and that your motive is to ensure that the relationship continues well. Express respect

and good will to put the situation to rest.

Misunderstanding: Have a longer, deeper talk about the situation. Make it relaxed and

unrushed. Dont assume you understand. Clarify frequently. Check assumptions,

conclusions, inaccurate interpretations and the meaning we put on others behavior.Consider an alternative, less judgmental interpretation of what has gone on. Use a neutral

third party if needed, to help you understand each other or get to the bottom of the problem.

Attribute no blame!

Tension: It has taken time to get this bad. It will take time to sort it out. Focus on the good

reasons to fix the issues. All parties have to want it f ixed. Deal with your own tension first. Be

prepared; you will need a strategy with a range of actions, which attend to the relationship as

well as the substantive issues. Involve all the parties and work through it over time together.

You may need neutral help

Crisis: External control with authority may well be needed here. The communication ofinformation that is clear and simple needs to be managed by someone with a cool head.

Individuals may need support and practical help. Deal with the immediate issues and then

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Fight, Flight and Freeze

Exercise: How do you handle conflict?

Fight

Behaviour Rarely Sometimes Frequently

People most likely toget this reactionfrom me

Explode

Shout

Intimidate

Interrupt

Insist I'm right

Keep explaining my pointTell them how to behave

NagCall on others to back meup

Issue Ultimatums

Flight

Behaviour Rarely Sometimes Frequently

People most likely toget this reactionfrom me

Run out the door beforeanythings resolvedHope the problem will goaway if I do nothingHold back my opinions toprevent more conflictWithdraw emotionally untilthey change their mindBecome cranky but saynothing about the problemTell myself it doesn't

matter anywayComplain-but only behindtheir back

Act overpoliteTake it out on the wrongperson

Give in

Freeze

Behaviour Rarely Sometimes Frequently People most likely to


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get this reaction fromme

Go silent, can't eventhink what to sayAccept physical or verbal

abuse and not stand upfor myselfWalk on eggshells so asto not to arouse theiranger

Get depressed or sickTry not to draw attentionto myselfPretend the attack didnthappenBecome operationalagain by suppressing my

fearMaintain peace bydenying there's aproblem.


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In order for the cell to keep growing and multiplying, ongoing leadership development is

crucial. Without new leaders, the cell is one generation away from extinction.

Apprentice development utilizes the principle of multiplication. For example, an effective

evangelist who reaches 1000 people a day for Christ will win the world to Christ in 13, 515

years. But a very effective disciple who teaches or trains two people a year to reach others

for Christ has the potential to win the world to Christ in 33 years. As we multiply ourselves,

we multiply our ministry as well.

HOW DO I SPOT POTENTIAL APPRENTICE LEADER

In ICC, we look for potential leaders who are growing in these four different areas:

Spirituality

Do they see God working in their lives

Are they self feeder?

Do they journal faithfully?

Are they eager to learn?

Commitment

Do they understand the vision of the church?

Are they committed to ICC as their local church?

Character

Are they honest?

Do they keep their promises?

Are they emotionally stable?

How do they respond to confrontation and character development? Defensively?

Responsively?

Competence

Do they have knowledge in the areas that they are going to serve in?

What about their skills?

Are they good listener?

Do they relate well to people?

Do they have influence on others? Do people respect and seem to follow them?

At this stage, you are not looking for a perfect leader, but one that can potentially be trained.

HOW DO I OVERCOME THE OBJECTIONS OF THE POTENTIAL APPRENTICE

Typical objections are:

1. I just dont have the time?

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Remember people make time for those things they count as important. Share the

importance of apprentice leadership in the body of Christ. Cast the vision of cell and

how cell can change and transform people life. Also share testimony of how differentpeople had grown as they rose to the occasion and accept the challenge of leading a

group.

2. I dont have the gift of leadershipRemind people by reminding them that leadership is mostly character. It takes time to

develop character and competency (skills). If you believe some has the basic

character qualities of a potential leader, remind them that you will make sure they get

the appropriate training that they need.

DEVELOPING AN APPRENTICE LEADERS

In ICC, we have a systematic development plan:

We want to train our cell pastors in five different areas:

COMPETENCE (CP)-KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The knowledge and skills needed for the cell pastors include:

-Basic Doctrines

-Vision and structure of the church

-Values and cultures of the church

-How to lead a dynamic discussion

-Stages of group life

-How to provide primary care

-Dealing with difficult people

-Listening skills

-Conflict resolution

-Group outreach and evangelism

-Caring for people in crisis

-Group Multiplication

-Apprentice selection and development

-Leading your group to serve together

-How to follow up newcomers


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CHARACTER (CR)

Integrity

Moral uprightness

Punctuality

Keeping promises

COMMITMENT (CM)SEVEN GATES

Prayer

Commitment

Submission to serve

Discipline

Responsibility

Loyalty

Vision

SPIRITUALITY (SP)SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES AND HABITS

Journalling

Prayer and study the word

Corporate prayers

MOTIVATION (MV)INSPIRATION AND MOTIVATION

Able to motivate oneself

Overcoming discouragement

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LEVEL ONEENTRY LEVEL FOR CELL PASTORS/CELL APPRENTICES

--A person is considered as prospective candidates for cell pastors after they have

completed this level. They can be a core member of the cell leadership team.

Curriculum Area ofDevelopment

Duration Learning outcomes Practical criteria

Lifetrack One CP 8 weeks/2

weekends

Learn the basics of

Christian Living

-God

-Salvation by grace

-Prayer

-Bible

-Worship

-Baptism-water & HS

-Tithing

-Church

-Regular prayer

life

-Water baptized

-Baptism of the

HS and speaks

in tongues

-Tithes regularly

Lifetrack Two CR, MV 8 weeks/2weekends

Inner Life development

-attitudes and emotions

-Character development

-Discerning the will of

God

-Overcoming the devil

-Forgiveness

-Conflict management

-Communication

-Walking in faith

-Been toencounter camp

-develop

accountable

relationship

-In the process

of dealing with

past hurts and

issues

Lifetrack Three CP 2

weekends

Vision and Mission of

the church

-Vision and Mission

-Cultures and Values

-join

membership

-able to lead

someone to

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-Multiculturalism

-Soul Winning

-Cell Church

-Partnership

-able to

articulate the

vision of the

church

Lifetrack Four CP 2

weekends

-Leading a cell group -know the

basics of

leading a cell

groups

-at least have

led one cell

discussion

-at least led oneworship in cell

LEVEL TWOBEGINNER LEVEL FOR CELL PASTORS

-At this level, a person can start leading cell but need constant supervision and monitoring

Curriculum/Tasks Area of

development

Duration Learning

outcomes

Practical criteria

Interview &

conscience

statement

CP, CR, CM

and MV

One off -Diagnostic

-Identify further

training needs

-Ascertain no

current moral

issues

-Alignment to

the churchsvision

If successful,

application of

blue card

Personality test

and skill

inventory

CP One off Again diagnostic

and help to

identify possible

areas of

weakness and

development

New Cell Pastors CP, CM One day- one inFeb and one in

-Refresher -able to identifyprimary care


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Bootcamp Nov -Roles of cell

pastor

-Highlight

important parts

of the cellpastors manual

-sons and

daughters of the

house

-conflict

management

-Lead a

dynamic cells

and crisis care

-

Self Study

course

CP, CM, Three term-27

weeks

Half an hour to

one hour a week

The curriculum

will have three

major segments

Basic Doctrines

Seven Gates

Skills

These coursesserve as

refresher as well

as

reinforcement of

what is learned

in Lifetrack. It is

done in self

study notes with

reading

requirements aswell as short

assignments

Cell Pastors

may be

exempted from

the second term

on doctrines if

they can pass

the test with

80% and above


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LEVEL THREE-COMPETENT CELL PASTORS

A cell pastor at this level is one who has successful grown the cell and is able to multiply

his/her cell

ONGOING DEVELOPMENT

Regardless of what level the cell pastors maybe, we recognize that cell pastors need

ongoing support and training.

Area of

Develop

ment

Duration/frequen

cy

Characteristi

c

Trainers Learning outcomes

WISH MV Annual Motivational Various RelationalWholeness

Synergy MV/SP Annual Motivational Various Revival

Cell

Pastorsbootcamp

MV/CP/C

M

Annual Motivational/

skill

development

Various Skill development

SP

training

and GPhuddles

CP/CM Once a month Motivational

and skill

development

Senior

Pastor

and GPastor

Increased

commitment and

competence

ALT CP/CM Once every two

months

Vision

casting and

skill

development

Ps Faith Alignment/compete

nce

MID CM/CR/S

P

Twice a month Spiritual

discipline

Characterand

relational

various Develop relationship

Spiritual discipline

Character

development

One-on-

one

CM/CR At least once a

month

Relational

skill

G pastor Support/trouble

shooting/focused

skill development

Self Study

Course

2 nine weeks

course

knowledge Self

study

book

Good doctrinal

foundation

Clear understanding

of seven gates


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APPENDIX : FORMS FOR CELL APPRENTICES TO FILL IN

BEFORE THE CELL INTERVIEW


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GENERAL QUESTIONS

WHERE ARE YOU ON THE EQUIPPING TRACK

Please circle Yes/No

Are you water baptised? Yes/No

Are you baptised with the Holy Spirit with the

Evidence of speaking in tongues ? Yes/No

Are you a member of ICC? Yes/No

For the following, please tick if you have completed them. If you have completed only part of them, please

put partial completion.

Training

Lifetrack One

Lifetrack Two

Lifetrack Three

Lifetrack Four

Encounter Camp

New Cell Pastors Boot Camp

OTHER CONSTRAINTS

1. What other commitments do you have that might impact your availability to serve as a cell pastor?

Family/ relationship commitment e.g. getting married, having a new baby, etc

Other professional studies (e.g. doing an MBA, etc)

Any other ministry involvement in or outside the church


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SKILL INVENTORY

Skill Dont Know Weak Below

average

Above

Average

Strong

Evangelism

Lead someone to Christ

Trained others to share Christ

Follow up new believers

Share personal testimony

Turn a conversation to the gospel

Plan an outreach event e.g. BBC

Evangelise a cult member

Leadership/admin

Vision casting

Answer questions regarding the

Multicultural visionOrganise rosters for cell

Organise logistics for cell

Strategise for growth

Plan for multiplication of cell

Apprentice a new leader

Shepherding-primary care

Listening skills

Encourage others

Confronting issues

Resolving conflicts

Phone follow up

Home visit

Conduct water baptism

Lead someone in HS baptism

Shepherding-crisis care

Care for someone sick

Care for someone with terminal illness

Care for someone whose family

members passed away

Care for domestic violences victim

Care for someone with suicidal

thoughts/threats

Crisis pregnancyAbortion

Depression

Pornography

Group facilitation

Lead a group discussion

Lead worship in cell

Be a good host

Lead ice breakers

Self Care

Time management

Stress management


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