FAQ: What is pioneering?
We passionately believe in pioneers and the gift they bring to the church. But there’s lots of terminology and confusion about pioneering, ordained pioneer ministry and just who is a pioneer. Here are some of the questions pioneers and others who want to support them have faced:
Supporting pioneers
Our students say they find a vibrant learning community and build friendships with like-minded pioneers that help to sustain them long after they have completed their qualification. Here are some of the ways you can connect and find ongoing support.
New ANVIL journal: Thriving in mission
The latest issue looks at sustainability from the viewpoints of theology and mission
Exploring apophatic approaches to mission
Janet Williams has a conversation with Richard Passmore about how the apophatic tradition can help us to thrive sustainably.
Editorial: Sustainability and mission
James Butler introduces an issue on thriving sustainably in mission in the face of demands for constant growth.
Triple promise: new south-west pioneer training hub begins
Three south-west dioceses have come together to host a training hub for the CMS Certificate in Pioneer Mission.
Shame, reconciliation and the pioneer
Pioneers have a unique calling to encourage transformative reconciliation in the midst of shame. Catherine Matlock explores seven practices that can enable transformation.
Positive vibes for virtual pioneer festival
Gather brought together an international crowd of mission pioneers and interested others for a day festival like no other.
Contextual inhabitation
Ed Olsworth-Peter points to the importance of the “where” of pioneer ministry and explores how people relate to their context.
Editorial: Mission is…
Mission is a way of framing: a lens to think about and practise what it means to follow Jesus in today’s world.
Toolbox
Welcome to the Toolbox Here you will find all the relevant material to help you understand and use the pioneer spectrum. Guidebook Before leaping in, we invite you to take time to engage with the Pioneer Spectrum and its theology. Our guidebook will take you through all you need to know: Introductory videos Diagrams Card game […]
