Department for Outreach - Supporting Local Churches in Mission
The Department for Outreach supports the parishes and ministries of the diocese in living out the love of God through the five Marks of Mission. They believe in the centrality of the local church and strive to make a difference in local congregations. Their mission is aligned with Matthew 28:18-20, emphasizing making disciples of all nations.
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Committee for Social Responsibility Mission Department Department for Outreach
Department for Outreach Christian Giving Adviser Martin Smith Church Buildings Adviser Emily Allen Director Peter Froggatt Engagement and Inclusion Adviser Vanessa Layfield Head of Counselling Services Peter Mackriell Mission Adviser John Hellewell Outreach Administrators Hannah Jones and Rebecca Hathaway Youth,Children and Families Adviser Jonny Masters
Department for Outreach Our purpose is to support the parishes and ministries of the diocese as they live out the love of God, expressed in the five Marks of Mission (The five Marks of Mission Tell: To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom Teach: To teach, baptise and nurture new believers Tend: To respond to human need by loving service Transform: To transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind and pursue peace and reconciliation Treasure: To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the earth)
Department for Outreach Supporting the local church - We believe in the centrality of the local church in the mission of God. - Our test for our work is : what difference will this make to local congregations? How will this help Christians in parishes, in their homes, in the work place, with their friends?
Local churches and other ministries Bishop Staff Team and Church House
Department for Outreach Supporting the local church in mission And Jesus came and said to them, All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age. Matthew 28: 18 - 20
Department for Outreach Supporting the local church in mission Go and make disciples We are a church of missionary disciples therefore Because Jesus is Lord
Department for Outreach To help churches, in all of the busyness and practicality of church life, to make sure that mission sets the agenda: Youth, children and families, buildings, money, inclusion To point to and provide resources and training opportunities for mission To provide ongoing support in leadership To be a helpful part of the diocesan context in which churches minister
