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LOVE YOUR CHURCH! As the country continues to emerge from lockdown, churches everywhere are beginning the process of restarting services and ministries. And while some church members can’t wait to throw themselves back into things, others are feeling much more hesitant, for all sorts of reasons. Some are anxious after over a year of shielding and social distancing. Some are reluctant, having enjoyed the break from stacking chairs, making coffee or volunteering in creche. And some have disengaged, perhaps tuning in to online services from churches elsewhere in the world or taking a break from church altogether. Many of us have been blessed by books, podcasts, livestreams and YouTube videos over the past year, not to mention virtual meetings and catch-ups via video-conferencing platforms, and encouragements on social media. But the Bible is clear that being a committed member of a local church is the best way to be encouraged and challenged, as well as to serve others and be a witness to friends and neighbours in our community. As the writer to the Hebrews puts it: “Let us consider how we may spur one another on towards love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:24-25 Noone knows quite how quickly churches will be able to return to something approaching normality. But one thing is sure: it’s going to take time, creativity and commitment to encourage and inspire the wider church family to get back to being involved in the various activities that have been put on hold over the past year but which all contribute to a healthy and vibrant local church.
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Which is why we’re thrilled to be launching Love Your Church, a timely new book by Tony Merida, which explores what church is, why being part of it is so exciting, and why it’s worthy of our love and commitment. It is just the right book to read together as a church family as you remind each other to love your church (not just attend), and to see your local church as your church, a place where uniquely you can grow in your faith, serve your brothers and sisters in Christ and reach out with the gospel. As Angus MacLeay of St Nicholas, Sevenoaks puts it in his commendation, “Emerging from this period, many recognise the need to recalibrate our church life according to the teaching of the New Testament. This accessible book provides a wonderfully helpful tool in that process of rethinking and evaluating our priorities.” In short, it is a brilliant resource to realign everyone’s thinking and help all church members to throw themselves back into church life. Here are a couple of suggestions for how you might use this resource in your church: 1) Read Love Your Church as a congregation now as you start gathering again with the aim of having a big church celebration/relaunch of all activities on Sunday 12th September. You could even call it Love Your Church Sunday! Tony is producing a range of support-
ing materials, including videos, discussion guides and worksheets. These will help you to apply the book’s concepts in your church context and are ideal for small groups. If this is something you are interested in, please register your interest at thegoodbook.co.uk/ lovechurch and we will email you all the materials. 2) O r you could do things the other way around and use Love Your Church Sunday to launch this small-group material alongside your other church ministries and activities. It could be a great way to enthuse and inspire people as you get things going again in the autumn term. But however you use it, our hope and prayer is that this will be a valuable resource as you work together to relaunch the full programme of church activities that you’ve built up under God over many years; and that you enjoy the return to in-person teaching, fellowship and (we dare to hope) even singing! By James Burstow, Commercial Director.
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Assistant Minister (with special focus on youth work)
We are looking for someone with experience in Christian ministry and youth work; a committed believer who seeks daily to grow personally in the knowledge and love of God and desires to help others to do the same.
A year of ministry training in a vibrant international church in the heart of a world capital!
The Assistant Minister will: • lead and develop the church’s youth work (11-25 years). • encourage the church family to be invitational and welcoming, and become more confident at sharing their faith. • be an active part of the strategic Leadership Team. • preach and lead regularly at Sunday services and on-line activities. • be confident and innovative with using on-line resources and social media. • work closely with our Children and Families worker. • make good use of any particular gifts (e.g. sport, music etc.). St Peter’s is a lively, medium-sized, Bible-based church committed to sharing the gospel with our local community and to growing disciples. Elworth is a growing community in Sandbach, Cheshire. Appropriate salary and accommodation provided. Enquiries to David Page: vicar@stpeters-elworth.org.uk http://stpeters-elworth.org.uk
All Souls Ministry Training Scheme
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The All Souls Ministry Training Scheme is for men and women who want to be equipped to be gospel workers wherever God calls them. Our aim is to train and release the next generation of Christian leaders – in both the church and wider society. The Ministry Training Scheme combines hands-on ministry experience, formal training and one-to-one mentoring. Ministry opportunities include: children, youth, students, adult discipleship and more – all within the context of a multi-national church. We are currently accepting applications for the 2021-22 academic year. Applicants must have some prior ministry experience and currently be serving in their local church or CU. For more information please contact melinda.hendry@allsouls.org or see www.allsouls.org/ministrytrainingscheme
For Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire 4CMTC is a ‘one day a week’ course for men and women of all ages, from all denominations and church groups, who want to understand the Bible better and be equipped to share it with others. No qualifications needed except a desire to learn and grow! Includes Bible overview, core doctrines of the Christian faith, Bible handling skills and practical ministry skills.
We are looking for a full-time Pastor with experience of ministry and leadership to join our team.
Held on a Thursday in Bedford for three ten-week terms, costing £200 per term to include all course materials.
We are a God-centred, Bible-based, caring community who are enthusiastic in the opportunity we have to learn more about God and share the good news of Jesus with others. The church is part of the Evangelical Fellowship of Congregational Churches (EFCC).
The next course begins on 16 September 2021. Interested? Contact Shaun Atkins (Course Director) fourcountiesmtc@gmail.com
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Grimsby Baptist Church is looking for a godly, gifted and experienced minister to head up the leadership team to love and shepherd God’s people, and to lead the equipping of the saints to help take the Gospel to Grimsby. This person will be experienced in expository preaching, and will have vision to take this lively conservative evangelical church forwards in God’s will and for His Glory. Appropriate salary and benefits will apply For further information, details and job description please email secretary@grimsbybaptistchurch.co.uk. Enquiries by 31.05.2021 /GRIMSBYBAPTISTCHURCH
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We are seeking an energetic and inspiring leader who will oversee the life, growth and outreach of our church with particular emphasis on life-giving preaching. The role requires someone with experience, leadership skills and a real desire to turn vision into action. Responsibilities include: • Leading the preaching programme and build lives of Christian service • Pioneering gospel outreach in surrounding towns and villages, building on existing opportunities • Working with the Youth and Community Leader, and existing team of Elders and Deacons • Engaging with parents and families of those who attend, following up on the many opportunities we have through our ministries • Equiping and encourage the whole church in its outreach work If you would like to register your interest in this vacancy, please contact our Chapel Administrator at office@alderholtchapel.org. A full job description and application form will then be sent to you.
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Assistant Minister Trinity Church Lancaster is a founding congregation of the Anglican Mission in England (AMiE). We are seeking to appoint a gospel-driven, servant-hearted Bible teacher with corresponding character and convictions to join our staff team. The succcessful candiate will: • share in the preaching and public ministry of the church. • oversee and develop our outreach ministry. • lead one or more of our small groups. • meet with individuals for personal discipleship. • contribute to discussions and decision-making. • be happy to serve (and, as appropriate, explore future ordination to serve) an AMiE congregation. This is a full-time position, with a renumeration package in the region of £25-27K plus 8% pension contribution. For more information about the church, please visit our website: www.trinitychurchlancaster.org.uk For more information about this role, and to obtain an application form, please contact: Martin Soole martin@trinitychurchlancaster.org.uk. Closing date 28th May
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Following Christ transforms all aspects of our lives. Jesus is Lord in our family life, when we are at work, in our responsibilities as citizens, and more. If we want to be faithful and effective Christian citizens, we need to pay particular attention to what it means to truly engage with wider society. Recommended for churches and Bible study groups.
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Do you love Jesus, love people, love the church? Do you love telling people about Jesus, and helping others to do it? Do you love to teach the Bible, to pray and depend on God’s Spirit? Do you want to grow disciples in a mixed, challenging housing area? Are you ready to work hard in a supporEve team?
This could be for you. You could be an ordained Anglican or a free church Minister. HOPE Church is in partnership with Emmanuel, an evangelical Anglican church in the Parish of Great Chesham.Go to our website to pick up a pack, and applicaEon form, at hopechesham.org. Or if you would like to talk about it, contact John Shepherd (Vicar of Emmanuel Church) on 01494 784372 / 07969 981908 or email john@emmanuelchesham.org. Closing date 12th May. Interviews 20th May (Repeated adverEsement. Previous applicants need not re-apply)
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Children’s & Youth Worker to start September 2021
Help families come, stay and grow in our church. We want someone with: • experience in Bible-teaching to children • a servant attitude • a readiness to learn and grow 3 employment options: 1. Part-time + training: Cornhill is only 30 mins away 2. Part-time + working: do ministry alongside your job 3. Full-time: for a self-starter ready to oversee a whole area of ministry For further information and application form email: tim.iles@gracechurchsydenham.org Deadline: End of May 2021 gracechurchsydenham.org
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Youth Worker / Youth Minister Do you have a passion to see young people transformed by the Lord Jesus? Are you keen to disciple young people by teaching the bible? Are you prepared to serve humbly? If so, we would love to hear from you! We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic servant-leader to help us re-build and develop our youth work as we enter a postpandemic era. There is great potential to nurture the faith of a large cohort of young people entering our youth age-groups, and to reach out to our community through our links with local schools. Is this your next challenge? St John’s is a large, conservative evangelical Anglican church on the outskirts of Woking. You will work as part of our ministry team alongside our Families and Children’s Worker, overseeing a committed team of youth leaders.
You will have undertaken relevant training and have experience of working with young people. This is a full-time position. Salary commensurate with your training, qualifications and experience. Job description and application form available at www.stjohnswoking.org.uk/vacancies To arrange an informal conversation about the role, please contact the Associate Minister, Peter Chamberlin: peter@stjohnswoking.org.uk. Closing date: Friday 28th May 2021
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Our Ministry Assistants Programme aims to equip and inspire the next generation of leaders. We are looking for men and women who want to serve Christ in his church or in wider society. We offer a rich and varied experience in a one or two year programme built around three core principles.
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Deepening your Biblical knowledge and understanding of core evangelical doctrines in order to develop a robust theological framework for gospel ministry.
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