Joel Murray
Communications and Media Officer
Joel joined FIEC as Communications and Media Officer at the beginning of 2020, moving from a role as Digital Marketing Manager at Visit Lincoln.
Joel grew up in Leicester and become a Christian at the age of 15 before moving to study Media Production in Lincoln. He met Hannah at the Christian Union (CU is not a dating agency!) and were married soon after graduation. In Lincoln they added two daughters to the family and were involved at TCM Baptist Church, where Joel served as a deacon. They now live in Leicester and are members of Avenue Community Church.
Family time includes visiting independent coffee shops, exploring historic houses (and their grounds), and playing with Bear the cat. Joel especially enjoys Marvel, Star Wars, video games, and the joys and trials of following Leicester City FC.
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Ministry of Justice (Leaders' Conference 2023)
Ministry of Justice (Leaders' Conference 2023)
–Joel Murray
More than 500 churches were represented at our Leaders' Conference to consider together what it means to live in light of the justice of God.
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Announcing our New Director for London
Announcing our New Director for London
–Joel Murray
We are excited to announce that Johnny Prime will be our new Director for London, starting in 2024.
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Digital Communications for Local Churches
Digital Communications for Local Churches
–Joel Murray, Peter Murden, Adrian Reynolds
Why is it important to consider how your church communicates? How can digital technology help in outreach and discipleship?
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5 Ways to Make the Most of the Leaders' Conference
5 Ways to Make the Most of the Leaders' Conference
–Joel Murray
A national conference can be exciting but overwhelming, and we want you to make the most of your time with us. Here are some things to bear in mind.
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Discipling Women in Church Life
Discipling Women in Church Life
–Joel Murray, Pete Gower, Janette McCool
Why is it important to have a focus on reaching and discipling women in the life of the church?
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When the Nations Come to Your Door
When the Nations Come to Your Door
–Joel Murray, Philip Venables
The influx of asylum seekers across the country brings the nations to the doors of local churches. How do we make the most of this opportunity?
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The High Street Bible Giveaway
The High Street Bible Giveaway
–Joel Murray, Mike Judge
How do you get the word of God into the hands of people in your community? What impact does it have in the local church?
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Raising Confident Kids (Book Review)
–Joel Murray
Ed Drew’s book sets out principles for every Christian parent to help their children know who they are and whose they are.
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Buying Too Small
Buying Too Small
–Joel Murray
What are the benefits of buying a building that your church can’t fit into?
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When It Doesn't Work Out
When It Doesn't Work Out
–Joel Murray, Ben Midgley
What do you do when a church plant doesn't work out? How do you move forward when you recall a plant team?
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An Unashamedly Christian Toddler Group
An Unashamedly Christian Toddler Group
–Joel Murray, Gerry Straker, Vanessa Rigby
A church toddler group can be an effective way to reach families in your community and introduce them to the gospel.
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A Gospel Asset for the Next Generation
A Gospel Asset for the Next Generation
–Joel Murray, Danny Rurlander
What reasons cause the need to purchase a church building? How can you go about raising funding for such a project?
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Mission Director Appointed for A Passion for Life
Mission Director Appointed for A Passion for Life
–Joel Murray
A Passion for Life has announced the appointment of Nick McQuaker as the organisation’s first Ministry Director.
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Word-Centred Relational Evangelism
Word-Centred Relational Evangelism
–Adrian Reynolds, Joel Murray, Le Fras Strydom
How does the sufficiency of Scripture help local churches reach the lost?
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Past Faithfulness, Future Joy (FIEC 100th Anniversary Service)
Past Faithfulness, Future Joy (FIEC 100th Anniversary Service)
–Joel Murray
A lunch and service were held in the centre of London to give thanks to God for his faithfulness through 100 years of work and ministry in FIEC.
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Your Church's Digital Presence (Why, Who, What)
Your Church's Digital Presence (Why, Who, What)
–Joel Murray
A church's digital presence is almost as important, if not more so, than their physical presence in their community. How can we make the most of it?
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A New Building for a Cheshire Church
A New Building for a Cheshire Church
–Joel Murray
After outgrowing their old building, and outgrowing their rented building, it’s time for a brand-new building for a church in central Cheshire.
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How to Pray for One Hundred
How to Pray for One Hundred
–Joel Murray
Here are some different ways you can pray for gospel mission across the UK using the Pray for One Hundred guide.
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Marking 100 Years of Faithfulness (Leaders' Conference 2022)
Marking 100 Years of Faithfulness (Leaders' Conference 2022)
–Joel Murray
Nearly 1,000 church leaders gathered at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool in November for the 2022 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
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How to Make the Most of Your FIEC Church Profile
How to Make the Most of Your FIEC Church Profile
–Joel Murray
Your church profile on the FIEC website is an effective and free tool to reach church-searchers and welcome them in.
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A Prayed-For Plant
A Prayed-For Plant
–Joel Murray, Kenny Rogan
Prayer has played a key part in the launch of Hope Church Aviemore – from initial discussions, to launch, and now into the future.
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6 Ways to Keep Church Seven Days a Week
6 Ways to Keep Church Seven Days a Week
–Joel Murray
The church is called to gather, but also to encourage, to pray, to witness. Online technology can help us do that all through the week.
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Local Churches and the Media
Local Churches and the Media
–Adrian Reynolds, Phil Topham, Joel Murray
The changing landscape of local media, and the advance of new media, provides a big opportunity for local churches to engage with their community.
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Connecting Ukrainian Refugees with UK Hosts
Connecting Ukrainian Refugees with UK Hosts
–Joel Murray
A new service has been set up to connect Ukrainian refugees with potential hosts offering homes and hospitality.
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