How do we practice Christian Community Development?
How do we live it out alongside our neighbors?
These are just some of the questions we seek to explore in Philosophy & Community! This eight-week series is led by experienced practitioners who are living out the CCD philosophy in their communities.
Are you new to Christian Community Development? Come and learn from people who have lived out this philosophy.
Are you already actively living out these components in your neighborhood? Come be inspired by the best practices and stories of others.
Philosophy & Community will return in 2027!
This 8-week series will begin on Wednesday, January 12 at noon CT. Check back soon for more information!
2026 Series Replays
What is the CCD Philosophy?
For decades, Christian Community Development practitioners have been applying these eight components to their lives and communities. The CCD philosophy isn’t a rigid set of structures or a magic formula. Instead, the CCD philosophy is a framework that was developed by people dedicated to loving God and their neighbors.
The CCD philosophy is not a concept developed in a classroom, or formulated by people foreign to marginalized and low-status communities. Rather, CCDA pioneer, Dr. John Perkins, first developed this philosophy while working with his neighbors in Mississippi.
FAQ
How do I register for classes?
Registration information will be coming soon.
What is included in the Philosophy & Community series?
- Eight classes of 1-hour sessions of facilitated learning and community building, with the option to debrief and discuss 30 minutes directly after class
- Go deeper and learn about CCD’s 8 Key Components
- The opportunity to bring to the table those hard questions and issues you are wrestling with CCD in your community
- Engage and meet new CCDA family to find solutions together
Who is this series for?
Anyone interested in going deeper in their CCD Philosophy understanding and expanding their CCDA family and community.
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