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Legendary actor and mental health advocate Glenn Close is on a quest to change how we think about mental health, starting with her decision to speak out about her own family's struggles — a brave choice considering the stigma that pervades the topic. This week, we're revisiting this sweeping conversation with TEDWomen curator Pat Mitchell, where Close shares the inspiration behind the advocacy group she founded to combat the crisis, underscoring the transformative power of community and the critical need for comprehensive mental health care systems. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at https://ted.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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×How do we appropriately reflect and embody the different cultures in our churches? Jesus' commission to the church was to make disciples of all nations, to the ends of the earth. To reach all nations, and to serve all nations, we need to better reflect the diverse cultures represented. But, our cultural lies, blind spots, and biases can be barriers to making this happen, and worse can cause division in the church. Understanding these barriers can enable us to better understand others, and therefore reach and serve all nations. This short talk is from Planters 2025, seeking to share some awareness and orientation in an area church planters should be alert to. You can get a transcript and more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/intercultural-church-planting . About the speaker : Rick serves as Pastor of All Nations Church Barkingside, North East London, and is a member of the FIEC Trust Board. About Planters : Planters is a conference to help local churches reach Britain for Christ through planting healthy churches: planters teaching and training other planters, and planters spending time together and encouraging each other. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Find out more: https://fiec.org.uk.…
How can we create good feedback loops and avoid feeling overly sensitive to criticism? The book of Proverbs encourages us to get wisdom and feedback (Proverbs 15:22, 15:31). It is important to cultivate a culture of feedback in church life to benefit from the wisdom of the whole body of the church. Such a culture creates an environment where people feel able to bring their concerns and where encouragement and correction are present for all. This short talk is from Planters 2025, seeking to share some awareness and orientation in an area church planters should be alert to. You can get a transcript and more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/a-helpful-feedback-culture . About the speaker : Josh is staff elder at Emmanuel Church Northstowe, a new town north of Cambridge. He has led the church from its start in 2018, having previously served as assistant pastor at two FIEC churches. About Planters : Planters is a conference to help local churches reach Britain for Christ through planting healthy churches: planters teaching and training other planters, and planters spending time together and encouraging each other. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Find out more: https://fiec.org.uk.…
The more training and knowledge you have, the more helpful you will be as you serve those in your church. So what kind of training should you do? This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. Graham Beynon is FIEC's Head of Local Ministries, helping churches and their leaders by managing our team of Local Directors and leading our Pastors' Network. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Find out more: https://fiec.org.uk.…
Finding the right role to serve in at church is important. What do we need to think about as we consider what role is right for us? The SHAPE acronym can help when considering roles in the church: Spiritual gifts; Heart; Abilities; Personality; Experiences. Finding a role that plays to your strengths in these areas will enable you to be most effective in your ministry. This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. Ray Evans is FIEC’s Church Leadership Consultant. He previously served in the leadership team of Grace Community Church Bedford for more than 40 years. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Find out more: https://fiec.org.uk.…
Church ministry is always changing, and we are always changing too. How can we embrace and enjoy change as it happens? This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. Dawn Thomson serves as the Outreach and Women's Worker at Spen Valley Church in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, which she helped plant with her husband Graham. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Find out more: https://fiec.org.uk.…
Church ministry is the best work in the world. But in a sense it is the hardest work in the world too. The nature of Christian ministry is a mixture of the sound of the shouts of joy with the sound of weeping (Ezra 3:13). Sometimes in the same person and even in the same event. It is a Christian discipline to seek out the joys whilst being realistic about the burdens and committing them to God. Adrian Reynolds is FIEC's Head of National Ministries. He previously served as Associate Minister of East London Tabernacle Baptist Church and is currently an elder at Christchurch Harborough. This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025 , addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC.…
Serving in ministry can be a threat to our godliness. We must keep growing and take care not to wither. In his pastoral letters, Paul often urges gospel ministers to be godly in their conduct and lives. Being a church leader doesn't mean we stop needing to grow in godliness. Yet, church ministry itself can make it harder to grow in godliness. It can even cause us to wither instead of grow. What do we need to look out for? And how can we keep growing? Josh Monteiro is staff elder at Emmanuel Church Northstowe, a new town north of Cambridge. He has led the church from its start in 2018, having previously served as assistant pastor at two FIEC churches. This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025 , addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC.…
Church ministry can be isolating and lonely. But true friendship strengthens us, lifts us, and brings us joy. True friendship is valuable because it is faithful, truthful, intentional, forgiving, and joyful. We have the truest friend in Jesus: the one who is with us through ups and downs, and who gives joy that can't be taken away. Elinor Magowan works as one of FIEC's Directors for Women’s Ministry. She previously worked as a solicitor, UCCF Staff Worker, and the Women’s Pastoral Worker at UFM Worldwide. This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025 , addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC.…
What do you need to know about church ministry before you go into church ministry? This talk is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025 , addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC.…
Prayer needs to be relational, from the heart, and full of awe and wonder. Prayer can become a function of church ministry, a task we need to get better at. True prayer comes from a desire to be with Jesus and an awe at who he is. This talk from Jonathan Bond, FIEC's Director for Smaller Churches, is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC.…
The call for all gospel teachers is to present the bride of Christ, prepared for marriage, and to see the joy that it brings.The gospel is the greatest love story: the love between Christ and the church.The word is how the church is cleansed, purified, and prepared for marriage.So, teaching the word to the church is the great call for all gospel teachers.This talk from Ian Hughes (pastor at Gwersyllt Congregational Church) is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC.…
As we learn to love people, we need to hold onto the Lord of love who loved us first. Love is a big part of church ministry. It is costly yet joyful, and can only be done as we look to Jesus who loved us first. This talk, from Fiona Hamilton (Pastoral Worker at Trinity Church, Oxford), is one of the Snapshots from Journeys 2025, addressing what it's like to be in ministry and the skills required. About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC.…
It is right to ask whether you have what it takes for church ministry. You don't. But Jesus does and will give you the grace you need. The "super-apostles" in the Corinthian church saw their power for ministry in physical strength and social status. Paul teaches in 2 Corinthians 11:16-12:10 that true power for ministry comes from Christ, not us. He is, therefore, able to boast in his sufferings and weakness. Instead of his own ability, he knows and trusts the power of Christ to enable him to do what he is called to. For those going into church ministry, know that you don't have the power you need. But Jesus does and will supply it in his grace. This talk is the second of two given by John Stevens, FIEC National Director, at Journeys 2025. You can get related resources for church leaders, including more from Journeys, on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/the-power-for-ministry . About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
In 2 Corinthians 11:1-15, Paul sets a pattern for gospel ministry, summarising his work as presenting the church as a faithful bride to Christ. He teaches what the goal of ministry is, what its heart is, and what the means are by which he works. As men and women consider going into church ministry, understanding the big picture of the purpose of ministry will help make the right decisions and keep the right motives. This talk is the first of two given by John Stevens, FIEC National Director, at Journeys 2025. You can get related resources for church leaders, including more from Journeys, on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/the-purpose-of-ministry . About Journeys : Journeys is our weekender for men and women who are considering their next steps into Christian ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
How do you identify, train, and encourage volunteers to work in the serving tasks of church life? How can lay leaders serve the church in the work of serving: looking after the church building; managing budgets; caring for the physical needs of the church; ensuring safety in meetings; creating a comfortable place to meet? You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/the-work-of-serving . This is the fifth talk of five from Trusted Hands : the post-conference event that followed the 2024 Leaders' Conference . It included five sessions with Brian Croft to help explore how to train and deploy volunteer leaders across the church. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X 00:00 - The work of serving 13:56 - Q&A…
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1 The work of shepherding // Trusted Hands 1:21:22
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How do you identify, train, and encourage volunteers to work in the shepherding tasks of church life? How can lay leaders serve the church in the work of shepherding: the ministry of the word; prayer; care for the sick and grieving; care for widows; care for "weaker brothers and sisters"? You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/the-work-of-shepherding . This is the fourth talk of five from Trusted Hands : the post-conference event that followed the 2024 Leaders' Conference . It included five sessions with Brian Croft to help explore how to train and deploy volunteer leaders across the church. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X 00:00:00 - The work of shepherding 01:00:18 - Q&A…
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As we "equip the saints for the work of ministry" (Ephesians 4:12 ESV), how do we identify the right place and way for them to serve? Everyone has a part to play in church life: men, women, young, old, slaves, masters (Titus 2:1-10). As we seek to identify places for them to serve and to grow, it is helpful to see two categories of church life: shepherding and serving. You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/the-categories-of-shepherding-and-serving . This is the third talk of five from Trusted Hands : the post-conference event that followed the 2024 Leaders' Conference . It included five sessions with Brian Croft to help explore how to train and deploy volunteer leaders across the church. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X 00:00 - The categories of shepherding and serving 18:49 - Shepherding 26:05 - Serving 32:02 - Q&A…
There are two offices named in the New Testament. How do we distinguish between elders and deacons? Qualifications for the offices of elders and deacons are described in 1 Timothy 3:1-13. There are five main similarities and three main differences. You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/distinguishing-elders-and-deacons . This is the second talk of five from Trusted Hands : the post-conference event that followed the 2024 Leaders' Conference . It included five sessions with Brian Croft to help explore how to train and deploy volunteer leaders across the church. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X 00:00 - Distinguishing elders and deacons 01:01 - Similarities between elders and deacons 08:19 - Differences between elders and deacons 20:50 - Q&A…
To know who should lead in the church and how we should equip them to lead, we need to think about the distinctions between authority and leadership.It's a blessing to have people in our churches willing to volunteer for service in church life.To help us find, identify, and equip volunteers to lead in the church, we need to think about two topics: Authority helps us know who is in charge in the church. Leadership helps clarify who we should follow in the church. You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/authority-and-leadership . This is the first talk of five from Trusted Hands : the post-conference event that followed the 2024 Leaders' Conference . It included five sessions with Brian Croft to help explore how to train and deploy volunteer leaders across the church. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X 00:00 - Authority and leadership 32:20 - Q&A…
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In the wisdom literature of the Bible we are introduced to a number of different characters who we may recognise in our own church ministry. FIEC Head of Local Ministries Graham Beynon speaks with Zack Eswine, a pastor in Missouri, USA, and author of a new book on Proverbs, about how we can use what we learn in wisdom literature to help pastor those in our churches. This interview was produced for the 2025 FIEC Local Conferences. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Preaching the book of Job // Eric Ortlund 1:04:26
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Many of us are regularly preaching through books of the Bible. Some are more daunting than others, even though we know “all Scripture is useful.” Job is a particularly relevant book as people struggle with the topic of suffering. Eric Ortlund , lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew at Oak Hill College , gives a very basic introduction to the joys and challenges of preaching through Job. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Daniel Grimwade, FIEC Director for Yorkshire. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Shepherding and mental health // Helen Thorne-Allenson 1:06:47
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All church leaders will know how prevalent mental health struggles are within the local church and the complexity they can bring in the area of caring for and protecting the flock of the Good Shepherd. Yet few of us have any training in this area. We need to know what we can do, how we can encourage the church to help those struggling, and do so in ways that are loving, biblical, and wise. Helen Thorne-Allenson ( BCUK ) will help us begin to grapple with all of these topics, conscious we can never do everything but confident that, in Christ, we can always do something to love those who struggle. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Kingdom shepherds // John Stevens 1:12:31
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The parables of Jesus are kingdom stories: not evangelistic messages as popularly understood, but stories which answer key questions about the kingdom of Christ, including what it means to lead in this new kingdom. This seminar, led by FIEC National Director John Stevens , explores both negatively and positively what a healthy church leadership culture looks like - using parables instead of well-rehearsed shepherding metaphors. A fresh take on a constantly important topic. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 The shepherd and authority // Martin Salter, Ray Evans, and Dan Strange 1:10:33
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How, in an age of suspicion of authority, can we exercise authority in ways which bless the church and cause it to flourish? In other words, how do we lead, as Christ calls us to? Reflecting on how Jesus himself exercised authority, Martin Salter ( Grace Community Church , Bedford), in conversation with Ray Evans and Dan Strange , explores this very important and sometimes contentious topic to see a better way. The seminar especially interacts with how elders collectively exercise authority in the church. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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How do we create a culture where women’s ministry is not only resourced, but is appropriately valued? What are some of the fundamental mistakes church leaders make in seeking to ensure women in the church are properly shepherded? How do male leaders relate to women in ministry (whether paid or voluntary)? Rachel Sloan and Elinor Magowan , FIEC’s Directors for Women’s Ministry, tackle these questions and more in a seminar about women's ministry designed for men. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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The work of gathering others is at the heart of John 10 . Jesus almost certainly refers here to drawing in Gentiles to the Jewish fold, who will share “one shepherd”. But the point remains that the Good Shepherd does not just care for those already in – he seeks to reach those outside. The Ministry Director for A Passion for Life , Nick McQuaker , will lead a seminar to think about evangelism in the local church, and to anticipate a national mission initiative in 2026. Including interviews with Steve Bell ( Grace Church Isle of Wight ), Bev Dubberley ( CityGates Church , Norwich), and Jonathan Armstrong ( Diss Baptist Church , Norfolk). This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Andy Hunter , FIEC's Director for Scotland and the North of England. The work of gathering others is at the heart of John 10 . Jesus almost certainly refers here to drawing in Gentiles to the Jewish fold, who will share “one shepherd”. But the point remains that the Good Shepherd does not just care for those already in – he seeks to reach those outside. The Ministry Director for A Passion for Life , Nick McQuaker , will lead a seminar to think about evangelism in the local church, and to anticipate a national mission initiative in 2026. Including interviews with Steve Bell ( Grace Church Isle of Wight ), Bev Dubberley ( CityGates Church , Norwich), and Jonathan Armstrong ( Diss Baptist Church , Norfolk). The seminar is hosted by Andy Hunter , FIEC's Director for Scotland and the North of England. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Finishing strong: the last years of paid ministry // Paul Kinnaird 1:04:02
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When church leaders enter, or move through, the last 10 years of paid church ministry, how can they keep going? In this seminar, Paul Kinnaird ( Bankhall Mission , Liverpool) explores how they can keep on, ensuring enthusiasm and love for the Good Shepherd does not diminish - whilst also recognising that capacity reduces and the baton needs to be passed on. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Gareth Lewis , FIEC's Director for South Wales. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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Church leaders can easily feel overwhelmed by the constant and rapid change in the next generation's understanding and embracing of complex sexuality. Ed Drew ( Faith in Kids ) will help us consider how to understand this change in their world, and how to respond in church life. In particular, the seminar will explore how we lead the church in knowing how to respond to sometimes very personal and difficult situations. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Jonathan Bond, FIEC's Director for Smaller Churches. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 The continued humanity of Jesus // Paul Mallard 1:14:06
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As those who serve, we need to take the humanity of Christ seriously. In this seminar, led by Paul Mallard (FIEC Director for West Midlands) and the FIEC Theology Team, we will explore the continued humanity of Christ, reflecting on key passages in Hebrews. We will reflect on how the temptations Christ faced make him able to help us now and minister wisely and carefully to those who are struggling with temptation themselves. This seminar was hosted by Martin Salter , pastor at Grace Community Church and a member of the FIEC Theology Team. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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A ‘conversion therapy’ ban is likely to be on the agenda of the new government. Danny Webster (Director of Advocacy for the Evangelical Alliance ) sets out the dangers in this policy area and suggests how churches should respond to the challenge. This session also sets out good practices they can adopt to continue godly and biblical ministry whilst being as “wise as serpents” ( Matthew 10:16 ). This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Preaching to women // Andy Constable & Sharon Dickens 1:02:45
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Much of our ministry (e.g. preaching or teaching in mixed groups) directly connects with women, who almost certainly make up over half of the church. How do men teach women? And how can they get better at this? What do men need to learn in order to connect, serve, and love people well? This seminar with Andy Constable and Sharon Dickens ( Niddrie Community Church and 20schemes ) will focus on preaching to women but will also explore applications that run into other areas of church life to help us connect with women in all kinds of contexts. The seminar was hosted by Ben Midgley , FIEC's Director for North Wales and is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Shepherding as coaching and mentoring // Matt Waldock 1:02:56
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At the heart of the Good Shepherd’s earthly ministry was an intentional three-year mentoring programme! Leaders need to catch a vision for how they themselves can benefit from the intentional input of others, and how they can similarly be a help to those the Good Shepherd is raising up to serve. Embracing a right view of coaching and mentoring will develop our own capabilities and release others to serve and go. In this seminar, Matt Waldock envisions us for what might be possible and gives us some very simple first steps to pursue. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by John Stevens, FIEC's National Director. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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What should our priorities be in ministry and how are we we to respond to Jesus, the one who shepherds our souls? This seminar was part of the women's gathering at the 2024 Leaders' Conference . About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Cultivating the sustaining gift of ministry friendships // Brian Croft 1:13:00
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Friendship is a remarkable gift from a Good Shepherd who calls us friends. We are all different in the ways we relate to others, but at some level we all need to celebrate in and nurture this deep gift, both in the good it can do for us but also in the good we can do to others. Brian Croft ( Practical Shepherding ) led a seminar to help us do so. We all need friends. And we all need to be friends. The Q&A was moderated by Graham Beynon , FIEC's Head of Local Ministries. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Shepherding sufferers // Eric Ortlund 1:03:35
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So much of the Christian life is characterised by suffering. We should not be surprised at this given our theological grounding of sin and its impact upon the world and our lives and the paradigm of the cross. Yet we secretly believe a sort of prosperity gospel and don’t know how to prepare people to suffer. Eric Ortlund , lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew at Oak Hill College , will help us see the place of suffering in God’s divine providence and show how we can shepherd people to stand “for a little while longer.” This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Daniel Grimwade , FIEC's Director for Yorkshire. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
75% of Christians are converted before their 18th birthday. We hear this statistic and immediately think of children’s and youth work, but we must not neglect the work of shepherding parents who have primary responsibility for their kids. Ed Drew , Director of Faith in Kids , will help us to consider how we can carefully and wisely help them be godly parents, living for Jesus in the home Monday through Saturday. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Gareth Lewis , FIEC's Director for South Wales. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Shepherding those facing domestic abuse // Helen Thorne-Allenson 1:09:08
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There are probably more people in our churches who suffer domestic abuse than we realise. It can go unseen for long periods of time and leave much brokenness in its wake. However, we often find it hard to know how to support people wisely and well. In this seminar, Biblical Counselling UK ’s Director of Training and Resources Helen Thorne-Allenson helps leaders identify and walk alongside sufferers pastorally, in ways that bring true and lasting hope. Plus, there were common questions answered about the nuances of support - including thinking through how churches can work well with services offering specialist provision. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Elinor Magowan , one of FIEC's Directors for Women's Ministry. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Shepherding those with addictions // Andy Constable 1:13:04
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Many people in church life are battling addiction – some seen, some unseen. These can vary from dangerous drugs through to food or sex addictions. We need to understand why addictions affect so many, grapple with the pastoral challenges, and develop godly and prayerful strategies for help. Andy Constable , pastor at Niddrie Community Church in Edinburgh, will help us do this. This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024 and was hosted by Ben Midgley , FIEC's Director for North Wales. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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1 Shepherding across cultures // Girma Bishaw 1:15:45
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Increasingly our churches are wonderfully diverse, often representing the diversity of the communities where they are located. But as leaders, we struggle to embrace this diversity and ‘read the room’. Girma Bishaw , a co-director for The London Project , guides us in exploring biblical principles that can help us provide sensitive and appropriate care and protection for the flock, while also creating a conducive environment for the diverse cultures in which people interact and grow in their discipleship. The seminar was hosted by FIEC Church Leadership Consultant Ray Evans and the Q&A was moderated by FIEC Intercultural Church Advisor Justin Gill . This seminar is from the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
Wolves in sheep's clothing will come into the church and not spare the flock. How can we discern between them and good shepherds of the Good Shepherds? In Acts 20: 28-30, Paul urges the Ephesian elders to watch over the flock to protect against wolves that will come into the church - even from among the elders themselves. What's more, it can be hard to discern between such a wolf in sheep's clothing and a genuine wounded sheep in the church. Sharing personal experience and reflecting on Jesus' teaching in John 10:1-21, Brian Croft shares five ways to identify good shepherds of the Good Shepherd. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website . This talk from Brian Croft, Practical Shepherding, is from the second of seven main gatherings at the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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Jesus the life-giving Shepherd reveals the glory of God as he brings dead people to life. The raising of Lazarus in John 11: 1-44 is a sign that points to a greater, spiritual reality, made "so that you may believe". Jesus, the resurrection and the life, reveals the glory of God as his powerful word brings physical resurrection. And we see the glory of God again in every man or woman who believes and endures in faith. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website . This talk from John Stevens, FIEC National Director, is from the seventh and final of seven main gatherings at the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
Jesus is the bread of life who nourishes and sustains his people so that they will never hunger or thirst. Our longings in life and in ministry are often misdirected because we are blinded by our immediate needs over our eternal need. In John 6: 22-59 we read that Jesus came not to give bread but to be bread. We must feed on the bread of life to be nourished and satisfied, then share the bread of life to others. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website . This talk from Girma Bishaw, The London Project, is from the sixth of seven main gatherings at the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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We should pray that Jesus, the Light of the World, would shine ever more brightly in our churches and out into the world around us. Jesus, the Light of the World, is a light that guides, a light that pushes back the power of sin, and a light that transforms people's lives as they move from darkness into light. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website . This talk from Paul Kinnaird, Bankhall Mission, is from the fifth of seven main gatherings at the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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What does it mean to come to the Father through Jesus, and how does the Holy Spirit help us live in relationship with him? We are empowered to be faithful shepherds by the sending of the Holy Spirit to dwell with us and in us. Therefore, the power of our ministry comes with how we walk with God, how we look to Christ, how we rely on the Spirit to do the work in us and through us. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website . This talk from Brian Croft, Practical Shepherding, is from the fourth of seven main gatherings at the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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Abraham rejoiced at the thought of the coming of Jesus, the divine shepherd. We can share the joy of Abraham as we look to Jesus. Jesus' claim that "before Abraham was born, I am" (John 8: 48-59) draws different responses: from joy to fury. As we look to Jesus: We must revel in the glory of Jesus' divinity. We must resign our self-glorying that blinds us to the glory of Jesus. We must remain in his word, the way to eternal life. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website . This talk from Daniel Grimwade, FIEC Director for Yorkshire, is from the third of seven main gatherings at the 2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 4-6 November 2024. About FIEC : We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Independent evangelical churches and there are now more than 50,000 people who are part of churches affiliated to FIEC. Follow FIEC on social media: Instagram Facebook X…
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