Strategic Foresight for Ministry

Explore the Cooperative Program’s Next Era

Future Commission 2050 Executive Summary
A concise entry point into the Future Commission 2050 Project. This summary invites pastors and teams to explore seven drivers, four scenarios, and emerging possibilities shaping the future of the Cooperative Program.

The Next Era of the Cooperative Program
A comprehensive exploration of Cooperative Program scenarios through 2050. By integrating biblical patterns, foresight research, and various scenarios, it invites leaders to navigate disruption, strengthen cooperation, and reimagine mission funding across multiple potential paths. Ideal for leaders seeking depth, strategy, and vision.

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Whether you're navigating budget conversations, preparing future leaders, or exploring long-view planning for your own organization, this book can serve as a practical entry point into ministry foresight.

Use it as:

  • A case study in applying foresight to complex ministry systems

  • A conversation starter for strategic planning and long-range funding

  • A launchpad for those taking their first step toward becoming ministry futurists

  • Valuable for leaders in any ministry context, not just the SBC

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  • "A careful, immersive, and strategic look into the future..."

    — Dr. Tony Wolfe, Executive Director, South Carolina Baptist Convention

  • “Engaging, winsome, and deeply insightful."

    — Dr. David S. Dockery, President, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

  • "Chris asks us to consider four potential futures that should compel us to action."

    — Ray Griffin, Executive Pastor, Quail Springs Baptist Church, OKC

  • "A concise but timely guide built on real foresight research and gospel clarity."

    — Christopher Sanchez, PhD, Pastor and Educator

  • "A practical roadmap for churches seeking to strengthen cooperative mission."

    — Matt Tullos, Tennessee Baptist Mission Board

  • "A call to courage, clarity, and cooperation for the next quarter century."

    — Jay Gary, PhD, APF, Educator, Entrepreneur, Professional Futurist

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