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Coronavirus: Advice for Churches
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Remembering the ‘Can’t Comes’
Remembering the ‘Can’t Comes’
–Johnny Prime
In the excitement of re-gathering, we must not forget those who would love to re-gather but cannot.
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Staying Online While Meeting In Person (Webinar)
Staying Online While Meeting In Person (Webinar)
–John Stevens
This webinar and Q&A includes an update on the 'Rule of Six' laws and a discussion continuing online ministry when meeting in-person again.
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Leading in the New Normal (Webinar)
Leading in the New Normal (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Steve Kneale, Paul Gamston, Spencer Shaw, Adrian Reynolds, Richard Lacey, Mark Lawrence
A webinar and Q&A featuring an overview of the current guidance for churches in England, and an update from six church leaders on their experiences.
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Shepherding the Flock Back to Church
Shepherding the Flock Back to Church
–Johnny Prime
As Shepherds, pastors are called to gather God’s people together. How should they encourage their flock to return to church after lockdown?
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Why ‘Church In Person’ is Better
Why ‘Church In Person’ is Better
–Andy Hunter
Is it really necessary to gather physically in order to have fellowship and worship God as a church?
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Making the Most of a Season of Online Ministry
Making the Most of a Season of Online Ministry
–Joel Murray
As churches begin to meet physically again after lockdown, how can we make the most of what we have learned in serving our churches online?
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8 Ways the Pandemic has Affected Churches
8 Ways the Pandemic has Affected Churches
–Andy Hunter
Churches drastically had to change their ministry when the pandemic hit. Now they are slowly emerging out of lockdown, what effects has it had?
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Neighbour-Love in Word and Deed
Neighbour-Love in Word and Deed
–Jon Putt
How do we serve the needs of those around us and serve them with the gospel? One church has been able to do both with Christians Against Poverty.
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Relaxation of Lockdown for Church Buildings
Relaxation of Lockdown for Church Buildings
–John Stevens
Church buildings in England are permitted to reopen from 4th July. Here is a summary of the Government guidance for 'places of worship'.
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Ten Tips for Completing Your COVID-19 Risk Assessment
Ten Tips for Completing Your COVID-19 Risk Assessment
–Manny Kemp
Churches should aspire to be exemplary in their conduct as lockdown restrictions are relaxed, including a robust risk assessment.
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Wearing Face Masks at Church
Wearing Face Masks at Church
–John Stevens
A summary of the rules and implications for churches of the new law from the government about face coverings being mandatory in places of worship.
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Facing the Facts on Masks at Church (Webinar)
Facing the Facts on Masks at Church (Webinar)
–John Stevens
This webinar explores the government's introduction of mandatory face masks in places of worship from 8th August, including a Q&A.
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How to Rest Without Going Away
How to Rest Without Going Away
–Ray Evans
A holiday abroad might not be advisable this summer, and even a UK break may not be possible either. So how can we get good rest when staying home?
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Lessons from Lockdown (Webinar)
Lessons from Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Ray Evans
A webinar and Q&A to think about lessons learned during lockdown, the challenges of decision making, and anticipating lasting change.
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Five Stages Out of Lockdown for Church Meetings
Five Stages Out of Lockdown for Church Meetings
–Adrian Reynolds
We would love to get back to church meetings as they were before lockdown straight away. Here is an approach to help us on our way.
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The Journey Out of Lockdown in Wales (Webinar)
The Journey Out of Lockdown in Wales (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Jonathan Thomas, Steve Levy, Pete Campbell
A webinar and Q&A to discuss and explore the Welsh Government's guidance for church buildings in Wales to reopen.
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Youth & Children’s Work in Lockdown (Webinar)
Youth & Children’s Work in Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Michael Williams, Michael Tinker
A webinar and Q&A on the theme of continuing youth and children's ministries in churches during lockdown and planning for the future.
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A COVID-19 Risk Assessment Template
A COVID-19 Risk Assessment Template
–Phil Topham
Download a template Risk Assessment which churches can use to help them to decide on how to safely start meeting again after lockdown.
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Christianity Explored: Online Experiences & Lessons Learnt
Christianity Explored: Online Experiences & Lessons Learnt
–Joel Murray, Danny Elliott
Churches across Britain use Christianity Explored to help introduce the gospel to others. What is it like running the course online?
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Restarting Gatherings in Scotland (Webinar)
Restarting Gatherings in Scotland (Webinar)
–Andy Hunter, David Nixon
Now that restrictions are being relaxed in Scotland, what should churches there be thinking about ahead of reopening for worship services?
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Mental Health in Lockdown (Webinar)
Mental Health in Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Steve Midgley, Dan Steel
A webinar, with Q&A, to explore the theme of mental health in lockdown, both for church communities and church leaders.
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How Four Churches Reopened Their Buildings After Lockdown (or Didn't)
How Four Churches Reopened Their Buildings After Lockdown (or Didn't)
–John Stevens, Steve Kneale, Adrian Reynolds, Mark Lawrence, Richard Lacey
Hear from four church leaders about what they did on the first Sunday after lockdown was lifted for church buildings, or what they did instead.
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Lockdown Leadership That Cares For Women in Church & Ministry (Webinar)
Lockdown Leadership That Cares For Women in Church & Ministry (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Elinor Magowan, Elisabeth Smyth
A webinar, with Q&A, to explore the effect of lockdown on women in ministry in our churches, and how to properly care for and support them.
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How to Assess the COVID-19 Risk in Your Church Building
How to Assess the COVID-19 Risk in Your Church Building
–Phil Topham, Julian Wilks
Why are risk assessments so important, and why should church leaders take them seriously? We spoke to a Health and Safety Inspector to find out.
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Lockdown Week 15 - A Message to FIEC Churches
Lockdown Week 15 - A Message to FIEC Churches
–John Stevens
A message from FIEC’s National Director to all FIEC churches as we begin to think about the journey out of lockdown.
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A Note on Health and Safety: Legal Duties for Churches
A Note on Health and Safety: Legal Duties for Churches
–Manny Kemp
What are the actual legal duties for churches when it comes to health and safety? How does this affect Government guidance in relation to COVID-19?
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Switcher Studio - a Live Streaming Solution for Church Services
Switcher Studio - a Live Streaming Solution for Church Services
–Adrian Reynolds
Switcher Studio could help your live streams and set you up for a possible hybrid return to meeting together.
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The Journey Out of Lockdown (Webinar)
The Journey Out of Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Spencer Shaw, Mark Lawrence, Paul Gamston
A panel webinar, with Q&A, to discuss government guidance for places of worship as churches consider opening after 4 July.
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How to Prepare for a COVID Secure Church
How to Prepare for a COVID Secure Church
–Manny Kemp
As the Government continues to relax lockdown restrictions in England, now is a good time to start thinking through how you can re-open safely.
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Leadership During Lockdown in Deprived Communities (Webinar)
Leadership During Lockdown in Deprived Communities (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Ian Williamson, Andy Constable, Steve Kneale
A panel discussion, with Q&A, to explore what leadership in lockdown looks like for churches in deprived communities.
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Christianity Explored Online: Evangelism via Zoom
Christianity Explored Online: Evangelism via Zoom
–Sarah Quinlan
Find out how churches can use free resources from Christianity Explored Ministries to share the gospel during lockdown.
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Scotland: The Journey Out of Lockdown
Scotland: The Journey Out of Lockdown
–Andy Hunter
Some considerations for church leaders in Scotland as they prepare to start the journey out of lockdown.
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Keeping Evangelism Central During Lockdown (Webinar)
Keeping Evangelism Central During Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Jeremy Marshall, Mike Kendall
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders think about evangelism during lockdown and how to keep it central in church life.
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5 Ways to Make Progress in Lockdown Ministry
5 Ways to Make Progress in Lockdown Ministry
–Adrian Reynolds
Now that we are becoming accustomed to ministry during lockdown, it’s a good time to pause and evaluate how to continue serving our churches best.
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Self Care and Soul Care in a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
Self Care and Soul Care in a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Johnny Prime, Ste Casey
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders think through what caring for themselves and those in their churches looks like during lockdown.
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Zoomed Out and Locked Down – How to be Refreshed
Zoomed Out and Locked Down – How to be Refreshed
–Johnny Prime
Four things to remember if you need to be refreshed when there is more than ever to do for church leaders during lockdown.
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Marriage During a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
Marriage During a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Paul Mallard
A webinar, with Q&A, to explore conducting weddings "in the eyes of God" and the pastoral challenges for marriage during this time of lockdown.
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Lockdown Evangelism and the Home Advantage
Lockdown Evangelism and the Home Advantage
–Jeremy Marshall
The hope of the gospel gives Christians an attractive and powerful message to share during a time of fear and suffering.
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7 Leadership Lessons from the Lawn
7 Leadership Lessons from the Lawn
–James Midwinter
Increased time at home during lockdown has grown greenfingers across Britain and spring gardening has sprouted lessons to learn for church leaders.
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How to Set Up Online Giving for Churches
How to Set Up Online Giving for Churches
–Tom Anderson
With physical gatherings ceasing, there has been a decrease in giving - this might be an opportunity to explore online giving for your church.
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Word and Sacrament in Lockdown (Webinar)
Word and Sacrament in Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Julian Hardyman
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders do the best they can in preaching the word and ministering the sacraments during the lockdown.
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Staying Safe When Church is Online
Staying Safe When Church is Online
–Paul & Sue Harrison
We mustn’t lose sight of our legal duties to protect online and our responsibility to ensure our children & vulnerable adults at risk are kept safe.
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Leadership Through a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
Leadership Through a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
–Spencer Shaw, John Stevens
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders think through leading their churches during a long lockdown period.
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5 Ways God is Growing a Church During Lockdown
5 Ways God is Growing a Church During Lockdown
–Pete Petra
Amid the the coronavirus pandemic, God is at work for his glory and the good of his people. Here is how one local church is seeing God at work.
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Serving Church Members in Financial Hardship
Serving Church Members in Financial Hardship
–Ray Evans
Advice for churches who need to think through how to support their members who are struggling financially during the coronavirus crisis.
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Leading into the New Normal (Webinar)
Leading into the New Normal (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Ian Jones
A webinar, with questions and answers, to help church leaders in lockdown prepare for what may come next: 'the new normal'.
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Patience During Lockdown
Patience During Lockdown
–Johnny Prime
The coronavirus lockdown may have put a halt to big decisions being faced by churches and pastors. Here are some suggestions about what to do.
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How to Film Yourself at Home
How to Film Yourself at Home
–Tim Parker
Some tips to make your video more engaging to those watching when you film from home.
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Singing Through Suffering
Singing Through Suffering
–Colin Webster
Here are two new songs to help us sing and be encouraged in the face of adversity and the trials of life.
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How to Engage with Your Virtual Visitors
How to Engage with Your Virtual Visitors
–Adrian Reynolds
Some tips for how to make the most of the increase in visitors you might find to your online services.
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What is God Teaching Us Through Coronavirus?
What is God Teaching Us Through Coronavirus?
–John Stevens
Is the global coronavirus pandemic a judgement from God on the world? Or is God doing something different through this crisis?
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A Living Hope in the Face of Uncertainty
A Living Hope in the Face of Uncertainty
–John Stevens
The wonderful hope of Easter offers a timely encouragement for us and unique opportunities for the gospel.
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5 Reasons to Make Your Online Services Suitable for All Ages
5 Reasons to Make Your Online Services Suitable for All Ages
–Tom Fenning
One church shares the reasons why they made the decision to make their online services suitable for the whole family.
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Sung Worship and Copyright in Online Services
Sung Worship and Copyright in Online Services
–Joel Murray
Ensuring we comply with copyright laws and licences can feel overwhelming. How can we include sung worship in our live streams and online services?
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FIEC Churches Serving Online
FIEC Churches Serving Online
–Joel Murray
A list of the many FIEC churches which are sharing online resources during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Looking Up and Looking Out During the Age of Coronavirus
Looking Up and Looking Out During the Age of Coronavirus
–Johnny Prime
How can we continue to take opportunities to share the gospel of Jesus Christ during the coronavirus pandemic? Look up, and look out.
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Prayer in a Time of Global Crisis
Prayer in a Time of Global Crisis
–Adrian Reynolds
In times of crisis, we must go to God in prayer. How can we think through prayer in such difficult times as the coronavirus pandemic?
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Taking Small Groups Online
Taking Small Groups Online
–Adrian Reynolds
How can we think through using digital technology to enable small groups to continue when we cannot meet?
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Responding to Coronavirus
Responding to Coronavirus
–John Stevens
Some advice on how church leaders should respond to the government restrictions around coronavirus.
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Church Meetings When You Can't Attend
Church Meetings When You Can't Attend
–Joel Murray
How can we still serve those who can't attend Sunday services and enable them to stay part of the church family?
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Leadership and Legacy
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A Legacy to Develop (Part 2): the Challenge of Raising Up New Leaders
–Ray Evans
There are four challenges as we think about passing on the gospel and raising the next generation of church leaders.
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A Legacy to Develop (Part 1): a Vision for Leadership
–Ray Evans
It is important to be looking to raise up the next generation of leaders. What's got to happen for that to be a reality in church life?
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A Legacy to Remember
–Johnny Prime
There are times in gospel ministry when our get up go can get up and go. How can we get going again?
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A Legacy to Avoid
–John Stevens
How should we think about and respond to the solemn subject of abuse and pastoral malpractice in a biblical way?
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Leadership in Lockdown
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Staying Online While Meeting In Person (Webinar)
Staying Online While Meeting In Person (Webinar)
–John Stevens
This webinar and Q&A includes an update on the 'Rule of Six' laws and a discussion continuing online ministry when meeting in-person again.
Watch Now
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Leading in the New Normal (Webinar)
Leading in the New Normal (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Steve Kneale, Paul Gamston, Spencer Shaw, Adrian Reynolds, Richard Lacey, Mark Lawrence
A webinar and Q&A featuring an overview of the current guidance for churches in England, and an update from six church leaders on their experiences.
Watch Now
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Facing the Facts on Masks at Church (Webinar)
Facing the Facts on Masks at Church (Webinar)
–John Stevens
This webinar explores the government's introduction of mandatory face masks in places of worship from 8th August, including a Q&A.
Watch Now
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Lessons from Lockdown (Webinar)
Lessons from Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Ray Evans
A webinar and Q&A to think about lessons learned during lockdown, the challenges of decision making, and anticipating lasting change.
Watch Now
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The Journey Out of Lockdown in Wales (Webinar)
The Journey Out of Lockdown in Wales (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Jonathan Thomas, Steve Levy, Pete Campbell
A webinar and Q&A to discuss and explore the Welsh Government's guidance for church buildings in Wales to reopen.
Watch Now
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Youth & Children’s Work in Lockdown (Webinar)
Youth & Children’s Work in Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Michael Williams, Michael Tinker
A webinar and Q&A on the theme of continuing youth and children's ministries in churches during lockdown and planning for the future.
Watch Now
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Restarting Gatherings in Scotland (Webinar)
Restarting Gatherings in Scotland (Webinar)
–Andy Hunter, David Nixon
Now that restrictions are being relaxed in Scotland, what should churches there be thinking about ahead of reopening for worship services?
Watch Now
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Mental Health in Lockdown (Webinar)
Mental Health in Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Steve Midgley, Dan Steel
A webinar, with Q&A, to explore the theme of mental health in lockdown, both for church communities and church leaders.
Watch Now
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Lockdown Leadership That Cares For Women in Church & Ministry (Webinar)
Lockdown Leadership That Cares For Women in Church & Ministry (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Elinor Magowan, Elisabeth Smyth
A webinar, with Q&A, to explore the effect of lockdown on women in ministry in our churches, and how to properly care for and support them.
Watch Now
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The Journey Out of Lockdown (Webinar)
The Journey Out of Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Spencer Shaw, Mark Lawrence, Paul Gamston
A panel webinar, with Q&A, to discuss government guidance for places of worship as churches consider opening after 4 July.
Watch Now
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Leadership During Lockdown in Deprived Communities (Webinar)
Leadership During Lockdown in Deprived Communities (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Ian Williamson, Andy Constable, Steve Kneale
A panel discussion, with Q&A, to explore what leadership in lockdown looks like for churches in deprived communities.
Watch Now
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Keeping Evangelism Central During Lockdown (Webinar)
Keeping Evangelism Central During Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Jeremy Marshall, Mike Kendall
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders think about evangelism during lockdown and how to keep it central in church life.
Watch Now
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Self Care and Soul Care in a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
Self Care and Soul Care in a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Johnny Prime, Ste Casey
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders think through what caring for themselves and those in their churches looks like during lockdown.
Watch Now
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Marriage During a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
Marriage During a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Paul Mallard
A webinar, with Q&A, to explore conducting weddings "in the eyes of God" and the pastoral challenges for marriage during this time of lockdown.
Watch Now
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Word and Sacrament in Lockdown (Webinar)
Word and Sacrament in Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Julian Hardyman
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders do the best they can in preaching the word and ministering the sacraments during the lockdown.
Watch Now
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Leadership Through a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
Leadership Through a Lengthy Lockdown (Webinar)
–Spencer Shaw, John Stevens
A webinar, with Q&A, to help church leaders think through leading their churches during a long lockdown period.
Watch Now
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Leading into the New Normal (Webinar)
Leading into the New Normal (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Ian Jones
A webinar, with questions and answers, to help church leaders in lockdown prepare for what may come next: 'the new normal'.
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Get to Know...
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Get to Know #19
–Meet two churches found in different parts of Britain and find out how to pray for their ministry: Baglan Community Church and The Gate Church.
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Get to Know... #18
–Hear from two FIEC churches in different parts of Britain and find out how to pray for their ministry.
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Get to Know... #17
–Spend four minutes getting to know two FIEC churches in different parts of Britain.
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Get to Know... #16
–Find out a little bit about two FIEC churches in different areas of Britain - one in London and the other in Portsmouth.
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Get to Know... #15
–Meet one church in Portsmouth and another in Worcester - both of which are part of the FIEC family.
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Get to Know... #14
–Get to know Lansdowne Church & Trinity Community Church in this short video.
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Get to Know... #13
–Get to know New City Church & Above Bar Church in this four minute video.
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Get to Know... #12
–Get to know Eastney Evangelical Church and Rochester Baptist Church - and then pray for them!
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Get to Know... #11
–Get to know Christ Church Southampton and Arnold Road Evangelical Church.
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Get to Know... #10
–Get to Know Cornerstone Church Nottingham and Christ Church Gosforth.
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Get to Know... #9
–Get to Know Gunnersbury Baptist Church and Trinity Church Everton.
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Get to Know... #8
–Get to Know City Evangelical Church Leeds and Trinity Church Sunderland.
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Get to Know... #7
–Get to Know Oldham Bethel Church and Christ Church Liverpool.
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Get to Know... #6
–Get to know Welshpool Community Church and Crossway Church Birmingham.
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Get to Know... #5
–Get to know Grace Church Manchester and Selhurst Evangelical Church in London.
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Get to Know... #4
–Get to know New Life Church Middlesbrough and City Church Manchester.
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Get to Know... #3
–Get to know Trinity Road Chapel London and Hope Church Huddersfield.
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Get to Know... #2
–Get to know City Church Birmingham and Grace Church Denbigh.
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Get to Know... #1
–Get to know Charlotte Chapel Edinburgh and Moorlands Church Lancaster.
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The Hub 2020
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Antidote to Anxiety
Antidote to Anxiety
–Richard Lacey
A talk from Philippians 4:4-9. One of three main talks given at The Hub Conference 2020.
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Nehemiah 3
Nehemiah 3
–Mez McConnell
The second of three main talks given at The Hub Conference 2020.
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2 Corinthians 1:1-11
2 Corinthians 1:1-11
–Mez McConnell
The first of three main talks given at The Hub Conference 2020.
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Primer
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Primer 10: This World with Devils Filled
–How the spiritual realm shapes the Christian life.
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Primer 09: All Being Equal
–How to know and worship God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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Primer 08: How Great a Being
–Exploring and applying the classical doctrine of God.
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Primer 07: Show & Tell
–The meaning and the role of apologetics.
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Primer 06: Newness of Life
–Exploring the gift and the challenge of holiness.
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Gender Identity Today
Gender Identity Today
–David Shaw
David Shaw unpacks the issues surrounding gender and sexuality.
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Primer 05: Coming Soon
–How to live and lead in light of the world to come.
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Out with the Old?
Out with the Old?
–David Shaw
A brief overview of the New Perspective, why it matters, and some recommended books if you want to dig deeper.
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Primer 04: A Place to Stand
–How to grasp, enjoy and teach justification by faith.
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Finding Our Feet in Shifting Sands
Finding Our Feet in Shifting Sands
–David Shaw, Sharon James
In this interview, Sharon James critiques the assumptions we make in church life about marriage and gender stereotypes.
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Primer 03: True to Form
–Ministry in the midst of a sexual and gender revolution.
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The Essence of Sin
The Essence of Sin
–David Shaw, Graham Beynon
In this interview, David Shaw asks Graham Beynon about the big things that struck him exploring the doctrine of sin for Primer issue 02.
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Primer 02: How Far We Fell
–How to live and lead in light of the doctrine of sin.
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Primer 01: True to His Word
–Defend, celebrate, & communicate the trustworthiness of Scripture.
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Remembering the ‘Can’t Comes’
Remembering the ‘Can’t Comes’
–Johnny Prime
In the excitement of re-gathering, we must not forget those who would love to re-gather but cannot.
Read Now
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Get to Know #19
–Meet two churches found in different parts of Britain and find out how to pray for their ministry: Baglan Community Church and The Gate Church.
Watch Now
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Staying Online While Meeting In Person (Webinar)
Staying Online While Meeting In Person (Webinar)
–John Stevens
This webinar and Q&A includes an update on the 'Rule of Six' laws and a discussion continuing online ministry when meeting in-person again.
Watch Now
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Leading in the New Normal (Webinar)
Leading in the New Normal (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Steve Kneale, Paul Gamston, Spencer Shaw, Adrian Reynolds, Richard Lacey, Mark Lawrence
A webinar and Q&A featuring an overview of the current guidance for churches in England, and an update from six church leaders on their experiences.
Watch Now
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Shepherding the Flock Back to Church
Shepherding the Flock Back to Church
–Johnny Prime
As Shepherds, pastors are called to gather God’s people together. How should they encourage their flock to return to church after lockdown?
Read Now
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Why ‘Church In Person’ is Better
Why ‘Church In Person’ is Better
–Andy Hunter
Is it really necessary to gather physically in order to have fellowship and worship God as a church?
Read Now
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Making the Most of a Season of Online Ministry
Making the Most of a Season of Online Ministry
–Joel Murray
As churches begin to meet physically again after lockdown, how can we make the most of what we have learned in serving our churches online?
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Helping the Suffering
–Johnny Prime
Book review: An FIEC pastor and his wife share insights from their personal experience to help us support each other through suffering.
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8 Ways the Pandemic has Affected Churches
8 Ways the Pandemic has Affected Churches
–Andy Hunter
Churches drastically had to change their ministry when the pandemic hit. Now they are slowly emerging out of lockdown, what effects has it had?
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Neighbour-Love in Word and Deed
Neighbour-Love in Word and Deed
–Jon Putt
How do we serve the needs of those around us and serve them with the gospel? One church has been able to do both with Christians Against Poverty.
Read Now
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Relaxation of Lockdown for Church Buildings
Relaxation of Lockdown for Church Buildings
–John Stevens
Church buildings in England are permitted to reopen from 4th July. Here is a summary of the Government guidance for 'places of worship'.
Watch Now
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Ten Tips for Completing Your COVID-19 Risk Assessment
Ten Tips for Completing Your COVID-19 Risk Assessment
–Manny Kemp
Churches should aspire to be exemplary in their conduct as lockdown restrictions are relaxed, including a robust risk assessment.
Read Now
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Preachers: Learn to Listen Well
Preachers: Learn to Listen Well
–Adrian Reynolds
Listening to other people’s preaching can be a difficult task; we need to fight to benefit from the teaching of others rather than critique it.
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A Legacy to Develop (Part 2): the Challenge of Raising Up New Leaders
–Ray Evans
There are four challenges as we think about passing on the gospel and raising the next generation of church leaders.
Watch Now
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Wearing Face Masks at Church
Wearing Face Masks at Church
–John Stevens
A summary of the rules and implications for churches of the new law from the government about face coverings being mandatory in places of worship.
Read Now
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Facing the Facts on Masks at Church (Webinar)
Facing the Facts on Masks at Church (Webinar)
–John Stevens
This webinar explores the government's introduction of mandatory face masks in places of worship from 8th August, including a Q&A.
Watch Now
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How to Rest Without Going Away
How to Rest Without Going Away
–Ray Evans
A holiday abroad might not be advisable this summer, and even a UK break may not be possible either. So how can we get good rest when staying home?
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Lessons from Lockdown (Webinar)
Lessons from Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Ray Evans
A webinar and Q&A to think about lessons learned during lockdown, the challenges of decision making, and anticipating lasting change.
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Five Stages Out of Lockdown for Church Meetings
Five Stages Out of Lockdown for Church Meetings
–Adrian Reynolds
We would love to get back to church meetings as they were before lockdown straight away. Here is an approach to help us on our way.
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A Legacy to Develop (Part 1): a Vision for Leadership
–Ray Evans
It is important to be looking to raise up the next generation of leaders. What's got to happen for that to be a reality in church life?
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The Journey Out of Lockdown in Wales (Webinar)
The Journey Out of Lockdown in Wales (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Jonathan Thomas, Steve Levy, Pete Campbell
A webinar and Q&A to discuss and explore the Welsh Government's guidance for church buildings in Wales to reopen.
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Youth & Children’s Work in Lockdown (Webinar)
Youth & Children’s Work in Lockdown (Webinar)
–John Stevens, Michael Williams, Michael Tinker
A webinar and Q&A on the theme of continuing youth and children's ministries in churches during lockdown and planning for the future.
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A COVID-19 Risk Assessment Template
A COVID-19 Risk Assessment Template
–Phil Topham
Download a template Risk Assessment which churches can use to help them to decide on how to safely start meeting again after lockdown.
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Christianity Explored: Online Experiences & Lessons Learnt
Christianity Explored: Online Experiences & Lessons Learnt
–Joel Murray, Danny Elliott
Churches across Britain use Christianity Explored to help introduce the gospel to others. What is it like running the course online?
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All in the Family
Exploring the breadth that exists amongst FIEC churches on matters that our Doctrinal Basis doesn't touch on and yet are important in church life.
Andrew Heard on Leadership
Teaching on leadership given by Andrew Heard in June 2017.
Attendance, Migration & Community
Ray Evans explores three contemporary church issues with four other FIEC pastors.
Communication 101
Ray Evans unpacks some advice for preachers.
Coronavirus: Advice for Churches
How should churches respond to Government advice and continue ministry during the coronavirus pandemic?
Evangelism Today
Andy Paterson, Rico Tice and John Stevens discuss the issues we face as we seek to share the gospel in our culture.
Evangelistic Momentum
A five-part series looking at how we can build evangelistic momentum in our churches.
Get to Know...
Short films introducing two FIEC churches each time, with prayer points for each.
Growing as a Church
Ray Evans shares wisdom about church membership, vision, strategy, Sunday meetings and more.
Growing as a Disciple
Ray Evans gives advice to help leaders grow in their character, spiritual disciplines and pastoral care.
Growing as a Leader
An informal discussion about church growth and leadership between three experienced pastors.
Growing as a Preacher
Ray Evans gives advice to preachers.
Growing as a Team
A collection of articles by Ray Evans focused on elders & deacons, staff teams, training others, and leading meetings.
Leaders' Conference 2013
The Power of God: Talks from Ephesians, the Psalms, and seminars relevant to Independent church ministry.
Leaders' Conference 2014
Talks from our 2014 Leaders' Conference (3rd-6th November) which was entitled 'In Dependence.'
Leaders' Conference 2015
Ready Eager Devoted: Helping you to be a disciple-maker in your local church.
Leaders' Conference 2016
Engaging Evangelism: The cultural context of evangelism, evangelistic preaching and Jesus' approach to mission in the Gospel of Luke.
Leaders' Conference 2017
Transforming Church: What does leading a transforming church look like?
Leaders' Conference 2018
Here & Now: communicating the gospel in our post-Christian culture.
Leaders' Conference 2019
Leadership at Every Level: Exploring the role of a leader and the task of training other leaders in the church.
Leadership and Legacy
Every church leader is both a legacy receiver and a legacy giver. The challenge is to make sure that the legacy we pass on is a beneficial one.
Leadership in Lockdown
A series of webinars with John Stevens about church leadership during the coronavirus pandemic.
Ministry Journeys
A series of books for those on their journey into vocational ministry - and anyone who wants to grow in their ministry!
Primer
Primer is a theological resource for gospel workers and church leadership teams.
The Hub 2017
The main talks from The Hub Conference 2017 by Bill James.
The Hub 2018
The main talks from The Hub Conference 2018 by Adrian Reynolds and Sam Buckley.
The Hub 2019
The main talks from The Hub Conference 2019 by Nathan Howard and Ian Williamson.
The Hub 2020
The main talks from The Hub Conference 2020 by Mez McConnell and Richard Lacey.
The Three Cs
Ray Evans draws lessons for church leaders on the topics of Character, Capability and Chemistry.