Rural presence

Thinking aloud about being a Christian presence in every (rural) community

rural presence

thinking aloud about being a Christian presence in every (rural) community

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A place for some useful resources and creative thinking about rural mission and ministry in the Church of England’s Diocese of Chelmsford.

Options – within the rules – for rural parishes on governance and administration

April 16, 2018

Introduction Using internet based research I’ve found surprisingly few resources available to explain what can be done within the current rules. Options available seem to include combining PCCs and roles on them – even if it be via a scheme renewed annually by the relevant PCCs. The Church of England’s Church Representation Rules set out … More Options – within the rules – for rural parishes on governance and administration

Equipping a church for Rural Mission – a four session course over six weeks or so

April 9, 2018

From Germinate: The Arthur Rank Centre this is a four session course (2 to 4 hours per session) designed to run over 6 weeks – or more. It uses group exercises, reflection and – between sessions 2 and 3 some homework and research – to help a rural church understand the needs of their local … More Equipping a church for Rural Mission – a four session course over six weeks or so

Servant Leadership – a secular perspective

April 2, 2018

For a couple of years now the Church of England initiative Renewal and Reform has sparked passionate debate as new elements are launched. The argument is particularly intense where the programme seeks to apply some secular insights into leadership and management to the church. To over-simplify the positions being taken – Supporters welcome the approach whilst stressing … More Servant Leadership – a secular perspective

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Some insight into how the Arthur Rank Centre's Germinate Groups programme has worked in the Diocese of Worcester.