This report from the Faith and Order Commission explores the idea of 'witness' in the life of the church. It is intended as a theological resource to encourage Christians to think of themselves as witnesses, ready to speak of what they have seen and...

This five-part group study booklet is for local church communities who are contemplating setting up a pioneering church community, but are unsure how to get going. It opens up the wise insights and practical know-how of Dave Male's book 'How to...

Calling All God's People offers a theological starting point to reflect on your calling and the calling of all God's people. It explores three key themes from the Christian tradition - calling, discipleship and ministry - to explore how God might...

Takes a look at a typical parish church's worship, pastoral contacts, civic and public responsibilities, its faith nurturing opportunities, administration and government, and points to how all of this can be seen from the point of view of God's...

Aims to allow busy church leaders to get a handle on what makes local churches grow. This book tackles growing the Church through: good practice; change; fresh expressions; policy and values; deploying the clergy; and spiritual renewal. It also...

Everybody Welcome is the complete course to transform your church by improving your approach to newcomers. Believing that welcoming is a ministry for every member of the church, it offers guidance for your entire congregation and will help every...