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  • When two or three are gathered: Faith Rooted Community Organising and House Groups (Part 1)

    So, you’ve reflected on your story, and, through careful listening, you’ve learned some more about the story of your church and the community in which it’s based. You’ve shared in one to ones and, hopefully, during those times of sharing, have discovered points of mutual connection…

  • Finding ourselves: through reflection and discernment – Part One

    All organising is deeply rooted in our ‘story of self’ or ‘self-interest.’  For Christians, these phrases can sometimes unsettle us. We may feel cautious about seemingly being asked to engage in self-centred ways of thinking and concerned that this means organising is potentially about being ego centric…

  • Out of the Ordinary? 

    As we approach the holiday season, the Methodist Church’s short film “Out of the Ordinary” offers a poignant reflection on the challenges and opportunities of community organizing in faith-based contexts. The film’s central character, a young woman struggling with financial difficulties, finds herself drawn into an empty church, seeking solace and connection. This encounter prompts…

  • How to Build a Powerful Church Community Through One-to-One Meetings -1

    Beyond faith, Churches are communities of diverse backgrounds and needs. Uniting these narratives is a craft perfected through relationship building, and especially through one-to-one meetings. These deliberate conversations spark trust, unearth potential leaders, and create a culture of shared responsibility. One-to-one meetings aren’t mere chats; they’re catalysts for transformation. They guide churches on a journey…