Most Important Space In The Church

A strong children’s ministry is the foundation for thefuture vitality of any church – whether it is a smallcommunity or a robust neighborhood church. In The MostImportant Space in the Church, Rita Hays emphasizes thatevangelism and spiritual formation begin in the nursery.It is in the nursery that many visitors first interact withchurch members and experience an outpouring of warmth andacceptance – known as radical hospitality. By buildinga rich, spiritually rooted ministry with infants throughtwo year olds and with their families, congregationsestablish a faith formation pattern that continues through all age levels. Hays presents both theologicalgroundwork and practical applications for strengtheningany church’s ministry, beginning in the most importantspace – the nursery.