“We want them to meet Jesus!” This is not our vision statement, but it wouldn’t be a bad one for Timperley Church Redhill (TCR). From it’s genesis, this has been our driving force. Not to get people into “church” though that would be nice, but to create opportunities for people to meet Jesus, through His … Continue reading The changing nature of Timperley Church
Pioneering in Southwark
This is part of a paper delivered to the Bishop’s staff team in summer 2018 Pioneer Ministry in Southwark Diocese “See, I am doing a new thing!” Isaiah 43:19 “Pioneers are people called by God who are the first to see and creatively respond to the Holy Spirit’s initiatives with those outside the church; gathering … Continue reading Pioneering in Southwark
Sacred Space, Kingston
Andrea’s mission work in Kingston grew out of listening – both to God and to the prevailing culture of her surroundings. She was an elder in an independent, charismatic evangelical church, and felt called to be a leader – but she wasn’t sure what exactly God had in mind for her. A catalyst came in … Continue reading Sacred Space, Kingston
Japanese Congregation
I was born and grew up in Japan, a non-Christian country with a unique culture. Like any other ordinary Japanese person, I was neither a Buddhist nor a follower of Shinto. Japan is a country which is always a top ranker of global GDP and a member of G7. I was a part of the … Continue reading Japanese Congregation
ROCK Missional Community
Reaching Out with Care and Kindness (ROCK) is a community meeting every Tuesday during the week, worshipping God, exploring faith and the bible, and seeing people blossom. It meets in a care home, and is a mixture of Springfield Church members and local residents (about 1/2 of the Ministry don’t attend a Sunday expression of … Continue reading ROCK Missional Community
Blended 2018
Ely Diocese are holding this year’s national Fresh Expressions conference at Ely Cathedral on Saturday 3rd November. Each year these events have become more adventurous and this year is no exception. Ely Diocese are aiming to have an immersive feel to the conference. The most exciting part looks to be the Side Stage sessions with … Continue reading Blended 2018
