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The Good Shepherd and Good Shepherds
The Good Shepherd and Good Shepherds
Brian Croft
How can we discern between wolves in sheep's clothing and good shepherds of the Good Shepherds? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Lessons from the Global Church
Lessons from the Global Church
John Stevens
Eleven reflections from the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelisation which brought together 5,000 church leaders from across the world.
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The Beauty of Intergenerational Church
The Beauty of Intergenerational Church
Adrian Reynolds , Graeme Shanks , Rachel Sloan
The different generations in our churches offer a unique and beautiful opportunity to grow in faith together and witness to the world around.
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Making Space for Mums
Making Space for Mums
Rachel Sloan , Cid Sparks
Many of our churches run parent & toddler groups, but how do you take the next steps in introducing parents to Christ?
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Holocaust Memorial, David Fletcher, and the Catholic Jubilee
Holocaust Memorial, David Fletcher, and the Catholic Jubilee
Phil Topham , Adrian Reynolds , John Stevens
Why is it important to remember the holocaust? How can we respond to another church abuse scandal? Are there true believers in the Catholic church?
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On the North of England
Joel Murray , Andy Hunter
The sparse yet diverse nature of Cumbria and the North East of England provides opportunity for gospel partnerships between local churches.
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Responding to Evil, Trump's Orders, and The Traitors
Responding to Evil, Trump's Orders, and The Traitors
Phil Topham , Adrian Reynolds , John Stevens
How can we think wisely about stories of evil? Should we hold church and political leaders to the same standard? What can we learn from The Traitors?
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Health and Safety: How Safe is Safe Enough?
Health and Safety: How Safe is Safe Enough?
Becky Thomas , Pierre Carion , Manny Kemp
As you seek to meet health and safety law to make sure church is safe for those attending, it can be difficult to know how far to go.
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Lessons from Leaders Who Left
Lessons from Leaders Who Left
Phil Topham , Adrian Reynolds , John Stevens
The past year has had several stories of leaders who left their leadership positions which can give us lessons to learn for leadership in church life.
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Californian Fires, Fact Checkers, and Joe Rogan
Californian Fires, Fact Checkers, and Joe Rogan
Phil Topham , Adrian Reynolds , John Stevens
How do fires illustrate biblical ideas? What do we need to beware of on social media? What can we learn from Wes Huff's Joe Rogan podcast episode?
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2024: Year in Review
Adrian Reynolds , John Stevens
What have been the trends in the world and in church life during 2024? How can they help us look forward to 2025?
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Fall of Assad, Netflix's Mary, and a Scrabble Champion
Fall of Assad, Netflix's Mary, and a Scrabble Champion
Phil Topham , Adrian Reynolds , John Stevens
What impact will Assad's fall have for Christians? Should we engage with biblical stories in pop-culture? Can we have the words without the heart?
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Preaching the Book of Job
Preaching the Book of Job
Eric Ortlund
What are the joys and challenges of preaching through Job? A seminar from the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Shepherding and Mental Health
Shepherding and Mental Health
Helen Thorne-Allenson
What can we do to help those struggling with mental health in ways that are loving, biblical, and wise? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Kingdom Shepherds
Kingdom Shepherds
John Stevens
The parables of Jesus are kingdom stories which answer key questions about the kingdom of Christ. A seminar from the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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The Shepherd and Authority
The Shepherd and Authority
Martin Salter , Daniel Strange , Ray Evans
How can we exercise authority in ways which bless the church and cause it to flourish? A seminar from the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Cultivating a Healthy Women’s Ministry
Cultivating a Healthy Women’s Ministry
Rachel Sloan , Elinor Magowan
How do we create a culture where women’s ministry is resourced well and appropriately valued? A seminar for men from the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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"I Have Other Sheep"
"I Have Other Sheep"
Nick McQuaker
Jesus seeks to reach those outside the sheep pen. What should such outreach look like in the local church? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Finishing Strong: the Last Years of Paid Ministry
Finishing Strong: the Last Years of Paid Ministry
Paul Kinnaird
When church leaders enter, or move through, the last 10 years of paid church ministry, how can they keep going? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Shepherding Families in a World of Sexual Confusion
Shepherding Families in a World of Sexual Confusion
Ed Drew
How can we understand the changing attitudes to complex sexuality in the world, and lead the church in responding? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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The Continued Humanity of Jesus
The Continued Humanity of Jesus
Paul Mallard
How do the temptations Christ faced make him able to help us now and minister wisely and carefully to the flock? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Responding to the ‘Conversion Therapy’ Ban
Responding to the ‘Conversion Therapy’ Ban
Danny Webster
What are the dangers in the policy area of 'conversion therapy' and how should churches respond to the challenge? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Preaching to Women
Preaching to Women
Andy Constable , Sharon Dickens
How do men teach women and how can they get better at it? A seminar from the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Shepherding as Coaching and Mentoring
Shepherding as Coaching and Mentoring
Matt Waldock
How can we embrace a right view of coaching to develop our own capabilities and release others to serve and go? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Sitting at the Shepherd's Feet
Sitting at the Shepherd's Feet
Elinor Magowan , Rachel Sloan
What should our priorities be in ministry and how are we to respond to Jesus, the one who shepherds our souls? From the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Cultivating the Sustaining Gift of Ministry Friendships
Cultivating the Sustaining Gift of Ministry Friendships
Brian Croft
How can we celebrate and nurture the gift of friendship for our good and the good of others? A seminar from the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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Public Square Debates, Abuse in the Church, and Disqualifying Demeanors
Public Square Debates, Abuse in the Church, and Disqualifying Demeanors
Phil Topham , John Stevens , Adrian Reynolds
How should we conduct debates in the public square? Could abuse happen in FIEC churches? Should past actions disqualify you from present service?
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Shepherding Sufferers
Shepherding Sufferers
Eric Ortlund
How do we prepare the flock to suffer? A seminar from the 2024 Leaders' Conference.
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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.
Answers for Ministry Wives
Biblical responses to questions often asked by Ministry Wives for reflection, consideration, and response.
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?
Decision Making
How can a church leader make wise decisions? Ray Evans outlines some principles and practical advice to help you.
Difficult Conversations
Difficult conversations are becoming more difficult yet still necessary. What are some ways forward when you have to have difficult conversations?
Evangelism for Every Believer
Andy Paterson argues that every single follower of Jesus Christ has a role to play in ways that are both natural and free from false guilt.
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.
Fruitful
A series of ten videos with follow-up questions looking at the fruit of the Spirit in the lives of church leaders.
Get to Know...
Short films introducing two FIEC churches each time, with prayer points for each.
Gospel Neighbours
Hear how unity works in practice for three central London church leaders, and learn from their experience, in three roundtable discussions.
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.
In:Dependence
Episodes of In:Dependence, the FIEC podcast, featuring teaching and resources for church leaders.
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.
Leaders' Conference 2021
The Glorious Normal: rejoicing in the ordinary work of gospel ministry.
Leaders' Conference 2022
Keeping the Lights On: reflecting on the founding principles of the Fellowship that are still at the heart of our gospel work after 100 years.
Leaders' Conference 2023
Ministry of Justice: what does it mean to follow & love the God of justice as he ultimately brings all things under Christ the just & righteous ruler.
Leaders' Conference 2024
The Good Shepherd: all of church leadership is shepherding. To be faithful shepherds we need to look to Jesus and learn to love like Jesus.
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 and guests about church leadership during the coronavirus pandemic.
Lessons for Leadership Transition
Peter Lewis, John Russell, and Ray Evans discuss passing on the baton of church leadership after a long and faithful ministry.
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.
Spirit-Led, Relational Leadership
At the 32 Local Leaders’ Conferences held in 2021 we considered how good leadership is relational leadership.
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 Hub 2022
Talks from The Hub 2022 conference, for those exploring the call to Independent church ministry or who have already started the journey.
The Hub 2023
Talks from Andy Rees and Trevor Archer at The Hub 2023.
The Hub 2024
Talks from Adrian Reynolds and Graham Thomson at The Hub 2024: our conference for those on the journey into ministry.
The Three Cs
Ray Evans draws lessons for church leaders on the topics of Character, Capability and Chemistry.