Best FIEC Podcasts (2024)

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Can We Trust God's Justice? // Paul Mallard & Sarah Allen // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 57:11

16d ago57:11

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The Bible tells us that God loves justice (Psalm 99:4). But is it intrinsic to his very nature? Can we be sure? In this seminar, Paul Mallard, FIEC Director for the West Midlands and chair of the FIEC Theology Team, and Sarah Allen, a pastor's wife in Huddersfield and member of the FIEC Theology Team, explore the topic of God's justice. They explai…

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Gospel Coalition UK, Cass Review, and Rishi Sunak's Trainers // In the News 35:35

6d ago35:35

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Why is a Gospel Coalition UK being considered? What are the implications of the Cass Review into NHS gender services? Why should we care about the Prime Minister's trainers? In this episode, Phil Topham (Executive Director), John Stevens (National Director), and Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) discuss the stories in the new from the p…

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Youth Workers for Life (with Trev Pearce) 33:34

7d ago33:34

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A lot of paid youth and children's work in our churches is short-term. We see youth workers and children's workers as a stepping stone to 'bigger and better things'! How can we reclaim the value of this ministry in its own right and invest to train and deploy life-long workers in this area? In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC He…

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Ephesians (4:1-16)

26d ago

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Listen as Micahel Dasey takes us through the passage.By Michael Dasey

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Boring Leaders, Secular Neutrality, and Ramadan at King's Cross // In the News 32:26

28d ago32:26

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Is there something to say for being a boring leader? How is the secular world struggling to stay neutral? Why did King's Cross celebrate Ramadan? In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), John Stevens (FIEC National Director), and Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) discuss stories in the news over the …

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Pray big, pray bold (Ephesians 3:14-21)

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Paul once again prays for the Ephesian Church - a big prayer, a bold prayer. One that we can learn from as we come to the Father who provides all things for His glory and our good.By Dev Blair

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Working Together to Reach Forgotten Places (with Graham and Dawn Thomson) 30:54

1M ago30:54

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How can churches in diverse contexts work together to reach people in 'forgotten places' with the gospel? What might partnership look like? In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) is joined by Graham and Dawn Thomson (Spen Valley Church, Cleckheaton) to talk about church ministry in deprived areas and wh…

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The Mystery of Jesus (Ephesians 3:1-13)

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Ever feel like life is a bit of a mystery? Whether it's how to connect with God or what to do once you have. Paul writes to the Ephesians about how Jesus answers both of those mysteries.By Dev Blair

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Defining Extremism, Slavery Reparations, and Deep Fakes // In the News 36:50

1M ago36:50

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What is the definition of extremism versus free speech? How do we differentiate between guilt and consequences? How can we discern the truth of visual media in the era of artificial intelligence? In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), John Stevens (FIEC National Director), and Graham Beynon (FIEC Head of Local Mini…

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Church Ministry in a Global City (with Trevor Archer & Johnny Prime) 36:27

1M ago36:27

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What is so important about London? What is the church landscape like in the city? What are the opportunities for the gospel? In this episode, Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) discusses the capital city with the outgoing Director for London Trevor Archer and the incoming Director for London Johnny Prime: what church ministry is like in …

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Independency: the Freedom to Be Faithful (an Interview with John Stevens) 14:14

1M ago14:14

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Independent churches are free to stand firm for biblical truth whilst reflecting the diversity of their individual contexts.In this interview, John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discusses Independency: is it biblical?; what are its advantages?; what are its challenges?This video was recorded at The Hub, FIEC's conference for those exploring the …

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Belonging to God's People (Ephesians 2:11-22)

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Jesus has made a way for us to have peace with God and with each other. We now have the privilege of calling God our Father, and all the blessings that flow from belonging to His Family.By Chris Ekins

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When Your Children Don't Believe (with Paul Mallard) 33:18

2M ago33:18

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Having unbelieving children is a painful reality for many Christians, especially for church leaders. How can we deal with the guilt and heartbreak, whilst holding on to the hope of the gospel for our children? In this episode, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) is joined by Paul Mallard (FIEC Director for West Midlands and the chair…

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Grace, Faith and God's gift of Salvation (Ephesians 2:1-10)

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From death to life, from sin to salvation, God's love for us drives Him to be rich in mercy & a lavisher of grace on undeserving people. Humanity has a problem, and Jesus is the only solution. Join us as we check out what Paul had to say to the newly formed church in Ephesus.By Dev Blair

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Alexei Navalny, Parliament Chaos, and Life from Conception // In the News 36:46

2M ago36:46

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What can we learn from Alexei Navalny's life? What does chaos in Westminster teach us about church life? How can we show that life is valuable from conception? In this episode, Phil Topham, John Stevens, and Adrian Reynolds discuss some of the stories in the news from the past fortnight and consider how we can learn as church leaders from them. 00:…

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Ministry Families and Church Life (with Richard and Carolyn Lacey) 29:40

2M ago29:40

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How can we protect family life when serving in church ministry? What changes when a ministry wife moves from voluntary to paid work in the church? In this episode, Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) chats with Richard and Carolyn Lacey (Woodgreen Church, Worcester) about ministry life as a couple and a family, how the church seeks to pro…

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Do You Love Jesus' Sheep? // Graham Thomson (The Hub 2024) 40:21

2M ago40:21

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Jesus shows his love for his sheep by laying down his life for them. How you love Jesus' sheep is a sign of your love for him. Graham Thomson (pastor at Spen Valley Church in West Yorkshire) speaks from Matthew 25:31-46 at The Hub 2024. You can watch a video of this talk and get more resources for church leaders on ⁠the FIEC website⁠. About The Hub…

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Praying Bigger Prayers (Ephesians 1:15-23)

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God wants us to know him more deeply. He wants us to be confident and secure in his love. And He wants us to know his immeasurable power. We desperately need these things, and they are available to us.By Chris Ekins

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Humour, Friendship, and a Kingdom Perspective (with Trevor Archer) 32:40

2M ago32:40

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Trevor Archer, FIEC's Director for London, has served in church ministry for decades. As he comes to stand down from serving at FIEC, he shares what he has found are the essential elements of a long-lasting ministry. In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) reflects with Trevor on his 45 years of service …

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Fan the Flame Given to You // Graham Thomson (The Hub 2024) 40:42

2M ago40:42

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How should we live and minister in the world as we wait in expectation for the coming return of Christ? If we want to honour the Lord Jesus and know his welcome when he returns, we need to live out the life he's given us as we fully expect his return. Graham Thomson (pastor at Spen Valley Church in West Yorkshire) speaks from Matthew 25:1-30 at The…

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The Blessing and Burden of Christian Ministry // Adrian Reynolds (The Hub 2024) 26:35

2M ago26:35

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There is an intensity to Christian ministry that we must hold in tension: the cost and the joy; the privilege and the pain; the blessing and the burden. Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) speaks from Hebrews 12:1-3 on the nobility of Christian ministry and the costs to Christian ministry: two sides that church leaders must hold in t…

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Adoption, Redemption, and Assurance (Ephesians 1:1-14)

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We revisit the same passage as last week to pull out three salvation gems that flow from being chosen by God. To call God as Father, to be redeemed by the blood of Christ, and to have His Holy Spirit to ensure we get over the line is about as crazy wonderful as it gets!By Dev Blair

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Caring for Your Church Treasurer (with Manny Kemp) 32:40

2M ago32:40

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Why do church leaders need to care especially for their treasurers? How can they do it in a way that helps treasurers to grow and flourish? In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) is joined by Manny Kemp, a church treasurer and volunteer trainer with the Association of Church Accountants and Treasurers (…

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Predestination (Ephesians 1:1-14)

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God is sovereign in salvation. He chooses who He will save. Jesus said: "You did not choose me, I chose you". Ephesians 1 says: "he chose us in him, before the foundation of the world...He predestined us to be adopted...we were predestined according to the plan of the one who works out everything in agreement with the purpose of his will". But this…

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Why Do We Need Christian News? (with Mike Judge) 33:27

3M ago33:27

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What is the value of keeping up with Christian news - both for church leaders and church members? In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) is joined by Mike Judge, pastor at Chorlton Evangelical Church in Manchester and editor of Evangelical Times, to talk about the benefits of reading and listening to Ch…

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Walking Together (Galatians 6:1-10)

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One of the greatest gifts God gives us is - each other! Your life isn't a solo mission; it's a community project. That's the way God has designed each of us for His glory. Come and check out a few of the ways we can walk well together as a faith family in 2024.By Dev Blair

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Leadership Opposition, Capital Punishment, and Secular Schools // In the News 32:18

3M ago32:18

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How should leaders react to opposition? Where should Christians stand on capital punishment? Should secular schools make space for religious practice? In this episode, Phil Topham (Executive Director), Graham Beynon (Head of Local Ministries), and John Stevens (National Director) discuss some of the stories in the news over the past weeks. 00:00 - …

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Investing in Women in Ministry: Our 2024 Conferences for Women 15:54

3M ago15:54

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Conferences for women in ministry are invaluable opportunities to invest in and care for women who serve in the local church. In this episode, Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) is joined by Elinor Magowan (Director for Women's Ministry) and Rachel Sloan (Director for Women's Ministry) to discuss the importance of investing in women in m…

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Beautiful Feet (Isaiah 52:1-10)

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The feet of messengers are beautiful if they bear good news. Here are 5 good reasons to share the good news about Jesus (and to make your feet more beautiful).By Chris Ekins

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Walk Humbly (John 13:1-17)

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Jesus humbly washed his disciples feet as an act of love; as a symbolic action (pointing to the cross); and to set them an example to follow. Every time you see Sandy Feet, or a Seagull, let them remind you of Jesus' example and how he calls you to walk.By Chris Ekins

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The Ministry of Administration (with Gavin Smith) 30:40

3M ago30:40

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Administration is a spiritual gift to serve the church (1 Corinthians 12:8). What is the role of an administrator in church life, and how can they be supported best? In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director) is joined by Gavin Smith (Christ Church Newport) to discuss the role of administrator in the church, where it fi…

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Post Office Scandal, Strikes in the Middle East, and Conversion Therapy in Scotland // In the News 31:41

3M ago31:41

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What can we take from the 'Alan Bates vs the Post Office' drama and scandal? How should we respond to miltary action in the Middle East? How could the conversion therapy plans in Scotland affect church ministry? In this episode, Phil Topham (Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (National Director) dis…

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Children's Ministry as Ministry (with Ed Drew) 32:47

3M ago32:47

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How can church leaders encourage and support those who are working in our churches with children and young people? In this episode, Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) is joined by Ed Drew, Director of Faith in Kids, to discuss encouraging and recruiting volunteers for children's work, the problems faced by both larger and smaller churche…

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Gospel Generosity (1 Corinthians 16:1-11)

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The gospel reminds us that God has been incredibly generous to us! He's given us His Son and blessed us with every spiritual and material blessing we have. The gospel also compels us to be generous to other Christians in need, and other ministries in need.By Chris Ekins

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2023: Year in Review (with Adrian Reynolds and John Stevens) 37:24

4M ago37:24

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In the final episode of In:Dependence in 2023, Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) and John Stevens (National Director) take a look back at the encouragements and challenges for FIEC and FIEC churches over the past year. Show notes A Passion for Life (apassionforlife.org.uk) Different, Yet the Same: Is Complementarianism Unjust? (fiec.org…

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Optimism for Gospel Growth (Annual Review 2022/23) 14:10

4M ago14:10

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There are reasons for optimism when we look at the growth of the gospel in FIEC and its churches over the past year. In 2023, we find ourselves in a post-Christian context with a declining institutional church, making Christians in an ever-decreasing minority. Yet evangelical churches - that faithfully proclaim Christ, provide a warm welcome, and c…

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Living in God's Two Kingdoms (with David VanDrunen) 34:11

4M ago34:11

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Christians are foreigners and exiles in this world. So, how do we help people in our churches think about how they live in and engage with the world? In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) is joined by David VanDrunen, professor at Westminster Seminary California and author of Living in God's Two Kingdo…

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Resurrection Bodies (1 Corinthians 15:35-58)

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What happens after we die? We will be raised from the dead and given a new body. What will it be like? And what difference does knowing that make to my life today?By Chris Ekins

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General Synod and Same-Sex Blessings (with Ros Clarke) 32:15

4M ago32:15

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What was voted for at the November General Synod? How can we pray and support friends in the Church of England?In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) discusses the current events in the Church of England with regards to blessings for same-sex couples with Ros Clarke from Church Society. What happened at…

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The Beginning and the End // James Mildred and Pete Killingley // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 1:07:25

4M ago1:07:25

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How can the church be a clear voice when it comes to beginning and end-of-life issues such as abortion and euthanasia? James Mildred, Director of Communications and Engagement at Christian Action, Research, and Education (CARE), and Pete Killingley, Head of Church Engagement at CARE, explain what the current challenges are, and help us think about …

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Pursuing Justice With the Heart of Jesus // Inonge Siluka // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 40:42

4M ago40:42

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Much of what passes for the pursuit of justice can be tinged with a hint (or more) of cultural superiority. How can we serve people well without becoming paternalistic or colonial? In this seminar, Inonge Siluka, founder of Restored Hope Zambia, will help us see how actions and words can often be unwise and misunderstood and how we can serve others…

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Righteousness and Race // Jason Roach // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 56:12

4M ago56:12

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What place does the church have in bringing healing to a fractured world when it comes to race? In this seminar, Jason Roach, Director of Ministries at London City Mission, explores how the church can both lead the way in how it relates to all its members but also speak clearly and winsomely into a debate which is often divisive and sometimes bitte…

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Justice in the World // Graham Beynon // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 1:10:49

4M ago1:10:49

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There is both a long history and much debate about working for justice in the world around us.In this seminar, Graham Beynon, FIEC Head of Local Ministries, clarifies the key issues, sketches the territory, and helps churches navigate their way forward.An audience Q&A follows, moderated by Phil Topham, FIEC's Executive Director.This seminar is from…

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Loving Our World // Dave Gobbett / FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 1:07:36

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Can we love and be concerned for God’s creation without going liberal? Or is the caricature valid that we either care for gospel mission or the world, but not both? In this seminar, Dave Gobbett, pastor of Highfields Church in Cardiff, helps us to see what true stewardship of the world looks like. You can order a copy of Dave's book The Environment…

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How to Do Nothing // Gavin Smith // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 1:02:54

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What administrative and operational burdens do you currently carry? What would happen if you could raise up gifted administrators that would release you from this burden and enhance the work and ministry of the gospel? Gavin Smith, founder of The Church Office, leads a seminar focused on people, structures, and workflows to help identify some pract…

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Are We Allowed to Disagree About Justice Issues? // Paul Mallard and Panel // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 1:06:30

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David VanDrunen’s Living in God's Two Kingdoms gives us one model of how Christians should engage with issues of justice. Is it helpful or are there better models? Are we at liberty to reach different conclusions about cultural engagement and issues of justice? Paul Mallard, chair of the FIEC Theology Team, hosts this panel discussion with Dan Stra…

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Resilience: Running the Pastoral Race with Perseverance // Lewis and Sarah Allen // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 1:05:47

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How can ministry leaders keep on going in the complexity, frustrations, and suffering of local church life without burning out or becoming cynical? In this seminar, Sarah Allen and Lewis Allen, both serving at Hope Church in Huddersfield, help leaders think through some helpful steps for pastoral resilience. You can watch a video of this seminar on…

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When Leaders Don't Want to Lead // Peter Dray // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 1:06:02

4M ago1:06:02

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Younger adults seem increasingly reluctant to take on responsibility in the local church. How do we encourage them to see the call to leadership positively? In this seminar, Peter Dray, one of the directors of UCCF, explores this issue and helps us explore how we can invest in younger leaders, especially when resources are limited. You can get the …

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When Dry Law Lives // Edward Connor Solicitors // FIEC Leaders'' Conference 2023 1:19:28

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We know legal compliance is important, but there is a danger that church policies and procedures are a dry, tick-box exercise, rather than a living reality. In this seminar, staff from Edward Connor Solicitors aim to change your mind about the law, sharing some top tips about how the law can be worked into your church relationships, to work out rig…

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Who are the Widows? // Jonathan Parkinson // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023 57:27

5M ago57:27

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Paul calls Timothy to care for widows who are really in need (1 Timothy 5:3). Jonathan Parkinson, CEO of Caring for Life, helps us think about who the marginalised groups are today and how we can serve and help them. This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023. About FIEC: We are ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a fello…

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