A new formation, for a new era

A new formation for the new era, based around the Holy Spirit and the relationship between church, people and place

Long-term leadership

Henry Corbett advocates the value of ministry over the long term, committed to people and place

Staying put

Sally Mann argues that there is something heroic about engaging with place for the long term by staying put

Pentecostalism & socio-political engagement

David Muir argues for an engaged Christian citizenship and explores the relationship of political culture with the Pentecostal understanding of the Pauline ‘principalities and powers’

Faith, Government and Society

Michael Wear, Obama’s faith advisor, says it is essential for people of faith to act together in their diversity, not only to ‘do’ compassion, but also to engage with politics and ‘seek the welfare of the city’

Feeding the roots

More than just buildings, churches have a role in the local ecology, and like trees, their roots need feeding, says Andrew Rumsey

Je ne regrette rien

Archbishop Emeritus Patrick Kelly confesses his role in perpetuating a management culture that has affected the character of the church

Communities need jobs to thrive

An inspirational story of church leaders’ collaboration with civic partners to keep and attract jobs to communities

Divine irrigation

Facing the reality of church decline, a vicar uncovers the true vocation of his parish

Restoration

The story of Grimsby Neighbourhood Church, committed to serving its local neighbourhood for the long term