Fresh Expressions 15 years on

A guide to access, inclusion and welcome in our churches, especially in relation to people with disabilities, mental health challenges, or on the autism …

From Anecdote to Evidence is a summary of the findings of The Church Growth Research Programme which ran for 18 months between 2011 and 2013. The research …

We start with our vision for every Londoner to hear and experience the gospel of Jesus Christ. This leads us to think and act more audaciously, generously …

A recent report from CPAS explores Easter Day church-going attendance in 2022, comparing figures to those collected in 2019 and offering fascinating insights …

This report about lay ministry was commissioned by the Archbishops’ Council and prepared by the members of the Lay Leadership Task Group. The Council has …

'Is Church Planting Legitimate?' by John Valentine seeks to further the national and diocesan discussion around ecclesiology, looking specifically at the …

Is it possible to get a national picture of church planting across all denominations, streams and networks in England? Last year the National Church Planting …

This paper from the House of Bishops sets out some principles for the implementation of church planting, and the development of new congregations, as part …

John Valentine gives an update on the recently launched Doctor of Ministry in church planting and pioneering. A cohort of 35 women and men from the north …

Growing Faith is the vision set by the House of Bishops to ensure a national commitment to achieve a significant culture change within the Church so that …

An analysis of those aspects of theological formation which best equip church planters for their work. Written by JohnValentine as part of his Doctorate …