Dreyer, Willem Akkerhuys (Wim)2013-10-292013-10-292013-06-10Dreyer, W.A., 2013, ‘Missional ecclesiology as basis for a new church order: A case study’, HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies 69(1), Art. #1368, 5 pages. http://dx.DOI.org/ 10.4102/hts.v69i1.13680259-9422 (print)2072-8050 (online)10.4102/hts.v69i1.1368http://hdl.handle.net/2263/32203In this contribution the author looks at the ecclesiology and church polity of the Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk van Afrika (NHKA) as a case study. Different approaches to ecclesiology and church polity by different NHKA theologians are examined. The conclusion is reached that a paradigm shift is required, to assist the church in the process of transformation. Part of the transformation process, is the creation of a church order with a stronger missional orientation. It is argued that, in the context of the 21st century, the missio Dei paradigm and missional ecclesiology could be a suitable point of departure in the creation of a new church order for the NHKA.en© 2013. The Authors. Licensee: AOSIS OpenJournals. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.Missional ecclesiologyChurch polityNederduitsch Hervormde Kerk van Afrika (NHKA)Church polityReformed Church -- South Africa -- DoctrinesArticle