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.

“It’s been delightfully surprising!”

Laura Evans tells how pioneer sturdy with CMS has been delightful, unexpected and set her up for the future

Listening to the experience of poverty

Natalie Burfitt reports on the recent CMS Gather for the Day event held in Bristol.

Transcending barriers – and I found a home!

Helen Harwood talks to entrepreneur and MA student Jerry Marshall about his wide-ranging business activity and the contribution studying at CMS has made to this.

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.

“I was blessed with the gift of not fitting in, they said!”

Ali Mascarenhas discovered she was a pioneer through another CMS graduate and it's changed her life!

Africa Bears Witness

Jonny Baker is excited to see a new book edited by Harvey Kwiyani bringing mission thinking and practice from Africans

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.

Building social solidarity and self-esteem

Rachel Karanja tells Helen Harwood how the supportive atmosphere and rich content of the CMS course has built her up

Seeing Mr Bates vs The Post Office but not perceiving

James Butler asks if there is a bigger and deeper story behind the parable of the subpostmasters.

Cathy Ross on Loved, Called, Gifted podcast

Hear what Cathy has to say about women in mission and 'pious domesticity', including the hidden stories of women missionaries.