Forming Christian Disciples: The Role of Covenant Discipleship and Class Leaders in the Congregation

by David Lowes Watson

How does a congregation decide on covenant discipleship? How are groups formed? What is the role of a class leader? How do class leaders connect with other congregational leaders? This foundational resource addresses these questions and more.

174 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1991

Reviews

[Richard Fitzgerald · Rating 3 out of 5]

Watson has articulated important directions for contemporary Methodism that will vitalize our churches in ways significantly more powerfully than other schemes I've seen floating about. However, his communication of this vision is deeply flawed because of language that makes discipleship appear to be works based. I do not think this was intentional, because there are hints in the book that Watson has an appreciation for the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of discipleship. But, as it stands the book (and the companion books to this book) do not communicate well that discipleship is a practice of faith flowing out of God's grace and in the power of the Holy Spirit.

[Erin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Essential reading for UMC leaders who desire Christ-centered, discipling congregations.