Wolfgang Simson's, Houses that Change the World, is an excellent primer on the Who... What... When... Where... Why... and How of the House Church movement. Here are a couple of quotes from Houses that Change the World:

Millions of Christians around the world are aware of an imminent reformation of global proportions. They are saying, in effect, “Church as we know it is preventing Church as God wants it.” Amazingly, many are hearing God say the very same thing to them. There is a new collective awareness of an age-old revelation, a corporate spiritual echo. . . I am convinced that it reflects a part of what the Spirit of God is saying to the church today…

The house church reflects God’s qualities and character. This community lifestyle is molded in the spirit of love, truth, forgiveness, faith, and grace. House churches are the way we love each other, forgive each other, mourn with those who mourn and laugh with those who laugh, extend and receive grace and constantly remain in touch with God’s truth and forgiveness. It is a place where all masks can fall, and we can be open to each other and still keep loving each other...

You can order this book from Amazon, or download a free draft copy at Dawn Ministries. You can also read some excerpts at Next Reformation. Also check out the Simson's 15 Theses. -- Bob