It is possible to think in terms of there being five broad phases to the project. For each team, the first task was to conduct an initial, detailed mapping of what is currently happening, at least in theory, in each of the participant denominational groupings, and the formal theological self-understanding that pertains in each case. These mapping exercises were carried out on the basis of available documentation (e.g., authoritative theological self-descriptions, mission statements, terms of reference of relevant committees and bodies, minutes, etc.) cross-referenced with a select number of
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