In the midst of a very public political ‘meltdown’ in Australia this week over climate change solutions, a caller to a radio-talk program mused over political leaders who have made him proud. Those he mentioned came from diverse political parties! It got me thinking about Christian leaders. Most denominations produce administrators – but true leaders… Continue reading
Resource Ideas
Rebecca Walker, a resource writer for The Salvation Army’s Australia Southern Territory attended a recent equipping weekend – and has put some of the ideas we explored into a very succinct and readable form – Planting Churches that Multiply. (It is also available as a PDF.) Thanks Rebecca. Also, the Baptist Union Victoria has posted… Continue reading
Where it started!
Steve Addison reports on my recent return to Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea) where in the 1970’s we were involved in planting a bunch of churches. But, it started earlier! Towards the end of my first year in ministry (1971), my State leader (Pastor Clive Barrett) suggested I start a new church in Condoblin (central… Continue reading
New Believers – Equipping Disciples
Last week I was asked about discipling resources for new believers, following their baptisms. For some time now I have been suggesting a very specific schedule of Bible reading – using the five small group questions (anything new? anything I don’t like? etc). I find this works better than suggesting ‘discipleship courses.’ Encourage each person… Continue reading
‘7 Ways to Lose’
Check out Steve Addisons website Movements that Change the World and see what he means when he says – 1. Without multiplication we lose. 2. Without a global perspective we lose. 3. Without the gospel we lose. 4. Without an army we lose. 5. Without mobility we lose. 6. Without a lack of resources we… Continue reading
This is Church Planting!
Thirteen friends were baptized into Jesus Christ at the Revive plant on the weekend. Here is a sample of some email exchanges this week – • Amanda: ‘It definitely was the best day at Revive ever. I’ve never experienced anything like it before. Just wanted to say I’m really thankful to have been a part… Continue reading
Vive Café – one year on!
Vive Café has experienced significant growth since opening its doors one year ago – serving 30 meals in an evening at the beginning, to upwards of 120 now! Vive Café provides a wholesome community meal, prepared by the community for the community. Vive Café seeks to break down the ‘them’ and ‘us’ barriers – and… Continue reading
T4T for Movements
‘The time to persuade is over. It is now time to train those who want to see church planting movements!’ Steve Addison said this morning, as he welcomed 20 participants for three days of T4T (training for trainers) for movements. ‘I will trust God to see the book of Acts lived out in Australia.’ The… Continue reading
Steigen – ‘It can happen’
Some are not sure that the gospel can be shared in western cultures – and some are still trying to perfect past methods. But starting with what God had placed in their hands – a small farm, horses, a workshop and a heart for young people – Jan Erik and Gunhild Hansen in Steigen in… Continue reading
‘Movements that Change the World’
Check this book out! For as long as I have known Steve Addison (since about 1987), we have been talking church planting and movements. Now the book is here. This is ‘must’ reading for all leaders and planters who are serious about God’s kingdom. Check out the website – and get your copy of Steve’s… Continue reading