Seeing the wood and seeing the trees
Two recently published articles may encourage us to both zoom in and zoom out to see a clearer picture of our own missional context.
Pioneering Parishes: the word is getting out
Pioneering Parishes is about redirecting congregations’ energy outward into their local communities.
Jesus: pioneer of pioneers
As Jesus initiated newness, so he calls his followers to do the same, says Greg Bakker
Clown state
Tina Hodgett finds the similarities between pioneering and clowning hit her like a custard pie in the face.
New Anvil journal showcases students’ thinking
The latest issue of ANVIL journal of theology and mission features reflections on mission and pioneering from CMS students.
Is everyone a pioneer?
Of course our gifts are not all the same, but congregations can enable newness...
Praying from the edges
Jonny Baker writes of the new life and vision to be found when seeking to pray with the most marginalised people.
The “little people” matter to God
Rev Dr Chan Nam Chen of Asia-CMS reflects on the best mission strategy: being led by the Holy Spirit
Reading the Bible from the edges
Maybe you can listen to the voice of someone at the edges and read the Bible with them, through their eyes, says Jonny Baker.