Pioneering Parishes Archives - Church Mission Society (CMS)

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?

Save your to do list once you’re back from holiday: book your Pioneering Parishes course now.

There is a skill set around holding together the time-honoured and new expressions of church, says Greg Bakker.

Pioneering Parishes is about redirecting congregations’ energy outward into their local communities.

As Jesus initiated newness, so he calls his followers to do the same, says Greg Bakker

Of course our gifts are not all the same, but congregations can enable newness...