Pioneering Parishes Archives - Church Mission Society (CMS)

Where have you seen it in your life?

Pioneers and parish leaders, when they are apart, often talk like there is little common ground with each other.

Take time to get to know each other as human beings

Dynamics between pioneers and advocates are often challenging and disruptive, how can we better work together?

Rev Greg Bakker and Rev Tina Hodgett introduce a new series reflecting on the beatitudes for pioneers and priests who are collaborating in mission.

Rev Greg Bakker, co-creator of Pioneering Parishes, recently spoke to Jenn Camirand on the topic of Missional Humility.

Advent and Christmas are seasons in the life of the church which present rich wells of inspiration and encouragement for pioneers.

Pioneers often enable new communities but is that all they do?

There are broad classifications and within them usually lots of varieties.

Are the stereotypes true?

Pioneering is frequently associated with church planting initiatives, but should it be?

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