2 Structuring Rural Ministry for Growth
address to a conference of rural ministers, Ely diocese 25.04.16
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'Every congregation needs a shepherd, but that shepherd doesn't have to be paid or ordained'.
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The importance of the five foundational ministries for growth (Ephesians 4). The centrality of the pastoral ministry in rural areas. Developments in lay ministry, preaching and evangelism.
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See also the booklet Leading Rural Churches for Growth, see Resources, Books
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3 The Developing Ministries of Christ in the Church, & the Place of Reader Ministry Today
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a revised form of the Chair's address to the Central Readers Council AGM in 2004
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This important address traces the early development of ministry patterns in the Church and draws out principles relevant to today's ministries. In Ephesians chapter 4 we find five foundational ministries for a growing church.
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4 A Church in Transition: a Bishop's Perspective on the Church of England
address to students at Ridley Hall Theological College, Cambridge in 2010
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The Church is experiencing major changes. The address offers 7 marks of our society which give us an uncomfortable time if we are to stand for God's fundamental principles for a healthy society.
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1 Reflections, Challenges and Hopes
address to the clergy of Manchester diocese 16,17.10.16
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This 1 hour address is a personal account which covered the significant points of learning in my Christian life and parish ministry, from the curacy at Tonbridge in Kent (1967-72) to the incumbency at Holy Trinity Church, Coventry (1981-92).
It offers key areas of reflection concerning the present day Church and its mission.
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No audio recording. Click here to read or download and print the full text of the address.