Commission: Recent Episodes
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We are an international family of churches working together to see thousands of lives transformed through hundreds of churches in tens of nations. Here you'll find audio from various Commission events, including Westpoint 2017.
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for you.For more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Multiply: A Call to Sow, Grow, and Go | Commission Leaders Conference 2026God has a great mission, and He calls us to share in it together.At the 2026 Commission Leaders Conference, churches from across the Commission family gathered to seek God, worship together, and be stirred with fresh faith for the multiplication of people, churches, and fruitfulness in all that we do.As we pursue God's mission, we're called to sow faithfully, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go wherever He leads—planting churches, strengthening leaders, and reaching the nations with the gospel.We hope these sessions encourage, equip, and inspire you to step into all that God has for youFor more information, visit: www.commission.globalFollow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
About This Series:How Then Shall We Live? explores what it means to live a radically different life in today’s world. With sessions on spiritual disciplines, technology, sexuality, and more, discover how we can follow Jesus not in our own strength, but through the transforming work He has already done for us.Follow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
About This Series:How Then Shall We Live? explores what it means to live a radically different life in today’s world. With sessions on spiritual disciplines, technology, sexuality, and more, discover how we can follow Jesus not in our own strength, but through the transforming work He has already done for us.Follow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
About This Series:How Then Shall We Live? explores what it means to live a radically different life in today’s world. With sessions on spiritual disciplines, technology, sexuality, and more, discover how we can follow Jesus not in our own strength, but through the transforming work He has already done for us.Follow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Disclaimer: This talk contains mature content.About This Series:How Then Shall We Live? explores what it means to live a radically different life in today’s world. With sessions on spiritual disciplines, technology, sexuality, and more, discover how we can follow Jesus not in our own strength, but through the transforming work He has already done for us.Follow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
About This Series:How Then Shall We Live? explores what it means to live a radically different life in today’s world. With sessions on spiritual disciplines, technology, sexuality, and more, discover how we can follow Jesus not in our own strength, but through the transforming work He has already done for us.Follow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
About This Series:How Then Shall We Live? explores what it means to live a radically different life in today’s world. With sessions on spiritual disciplines, technology, sexuality, and more, discover how we can follow Jesus not in our own strength, but through the transforming work He has already done for us.Follow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
About This Series:How Then Shall We Live? explores what it means to live a radically different life in today’s world. With sessions on spiritual disciplines, technology, sexuality, and more, discover how we can follow Jesus not in our own strength, but through the transforming work He has already done for us.Follow us on social media for the latest updates: @commission.global
Start, Restart and Multiply :: Steve Petch, Andrew Lawrence & Chris Kilby by Commission
Writing - Processes, Practices and Pitfalls :: Phil Moore & Jennie Pollock by Commission
Transforming Communities - Christian Solidarity Worldwide :: Mervyn Thomas by Commission
Characteristics of Organisational Health // Steve Blaber and Stephen Mathews by Commission
Mental Health in a World that's Always On - Dave & Em Rogers and Fi Salter by Commission
An Invitation to Innovation: Thinking about How we Build - Pete Clayton and Paul Williams by Commission
Hard-Pressed but Not Crushed: Thriving with SEN in your Family - Rachel May by Commission
Mental health in a world that’s always on - Dave & Em Rogers and Fi Salter by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 3 // Sending Like Jesus - Adam Watson, David & Karen Priest by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 3 // Leading Like Jesus: Let Me Put the Kettle On - Babs Isaac by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 3 // How We Balance Leadership & Family Life - Mark & Beverley Landreth-Smith by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 3 // Flourishing in Teams: How Narcissism and Ego Can Hinder Us - Andy Le-Roux by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 3 // Eldership and the Workplace - Simpson Charlton & Joe Leach by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 2 // Running a STEPS Course in Your Local Church - Lars Due-Christensen by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 2 // The Essentials of Biblical Pastoring (part 2) - John Groves by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 2 // Encouraging the Prophetic Gift in Church and on Mission - Russ White by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 2 // As I Imitate Christ: A Heart Like Paul - Tim Francis by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 2 // A Leadership Journey from the Military to Full-Time Ministry - Adam North by Commission
LC24 Seminars - Day 1 // The Essentials of Biblical Pastoring (part 1) - John Groves by Commission
This seminar will explore how to turn love into action and join in with God’s mission right where we are, in our churches and surrounding communities.
God made us each unique. We have our own personalities, skills and passions, and God has a purpose for each of our lives. This talk will be looking at how the things that YOU are passionate about can be used by God to fulfil HIS purposes, both in you and through you, when you are ALL IN for Him
By being all in for Jesus, we declare with our lives that He is worth it, no matter the cost. We will consider what it means to die to self and live for Christ, hear testimony about surrendering to the Lord, and prayerfully consider parts of our own lives that God may be asking us to change to be all in for Jesus.Click the link below for the seminar handout: https://tinyurl.com/3ssx54s2
Does God speak to us personally? If so, how? What part does prophecy play in this? John will address these questions and open up the subject of guidance.
Guy and Heather lead Commission alongside Vinu and Julie Paul. They are based at Westminster Chapel in London. Joseph is one of our Old Testament hero’s whose journey to feed the world is marked by rejection, attack and betrayal yet all the way through his story, Joseph was ‘all in’ for God. We want at CST, to call a Joseph generation to dream big in these last days to reach a lost world. Combining his story with our own we want to encourage you to be ‘all in’ for Christ.
30% of the world's population live in unreached spaces - they will probably never hear about Jesus. Come and hear stories and meet people who are church planting among unreached people, and find out how to get involved.
Teaching Truth: Unleashing the power of scripture in children’s ministryChildren today are bombarded by catchy content and impressive influencers - but where does the Bible fit in?Today’s culture is a mess of confusing opinions and fluctuating truth, our children are bombarded by catchy content and impressive influencers while their bibles are often left dusty and unread on the shelf. That is why this conference is all about Teaching Truth.
How do you feel about your Kids team as a whole? Is it united in purpose, dependence on God, love and message or is it divided, out-of-sync and going in different directions? Kids ministry with its ever-revolving door of volunteers and a mash-up of different gifts can lend itself to be the latter! In this seminar, we explore Paul's teaching to the Corinthian church about our calling to be a united team of servers in partnership with God.
Teaching Truth: Unleashing the power of scripture in children’s ministryChildren today are bombarded by catchy content and impressive influencers - but where does the Bible fit in?Today’s culture is a mess of confusing opinions and fluctuating truth, our children are bombarded by catchy content and impressive influencers while their bibles are often left dusty and unread on the shelf. That is why this conference is all about Teaching Truth.
We know that mental health is a real issue for our children. But how do we apply the truth of the gospel to these situations? We'll be considering how we best support those struggling, as well as how we spiritually form our children as they grow up in a world in mental health crisis.
Teaching Truth: Unleashing the power of scripture in children’s ministryChildren today are bombarded by catchy content and impressive influencers - but where does the Bible fit in?Today’s culture is a mess of confusing opinions and fluctuating truth, our children are bombarded by catchy content and impressive influencers while their bibles are often left dusty and unread on the shelf. That is why this conference is all about Teaching Truth.
The world floods the imaginations of our children. How can we help our children to understand the world around them through popular culture? In this seminar, we discuss a music video to equip ourselves with some skills that we can use as parents and children’s leaders.
It is easy to think of under 5s groups as a time to play or "getting them used to church" but with carefully chosen stories and well-pitched, engaging Bible teaching, your ministry to this age group could become a vital, exciting frontline in your church's mission to see lives changed, as we introduce families to Christ. Listen to gain a practical toolbox of skills, leaving you inspired and empowered in this ministry.
Intergenerational services are when everyone loses, right? It's not fun for kids and there's no meat for grown-ups. So why bother? In this seminar we share a biblical vision for all-age church and explore how it's possible to learn from scripture together so that everyone wins. Listen and be equipped to teach everyone together.
www.commissionfestival.comLet’s explore the Biblical view of the mission of God:it’s origin, call and purpose. We will unpack how weas Christ-followers are all called to respond to theinvitation of co-laboring with God in any profession orlocation, irrespective of age, gender and ethnicity, inour day-to-day lives.
www.commissionfestival.comJohn Calvin once wrote that, ‘The gospel does not fallfrom the clouds like rain by accident but is broughtby the hands of men to whom God has sent it.’ Thisunshakeable gospel continues to transform lives all overthe globe. This message will challenge and inspire us tobe those who proclaim it with both clarity and zeal.
www.commissionfestival.comWant to dive into a journey of faith and fulfilment as youpursue the God-given vision? In the face of challengesand setbacks, discover the power of progressing from‘floating in faith’ to ‘swimming by faith.’ Inspired byEzekiel’s vision, explore the depths of your calling,where God’s currents carry you and comfort awaits.
www.commissionfestival.com“In that day you will know that I am in my Father, and you inme, and I in you.” (John 14:20) Across two sessions, CliveBowsher explores Jesus’ words to us in John 14 and John15, extending the biblical invitation to come further up andfurther into the marvel and reality of oneness with Christ.
www.commissionfestival.comRather than formal teaching, this will be a ‘wartsand all’ informal conversation between 3 couples atdifferent stages of marriage, through the lens of Paul’sencouragement to, ‘Submit to one another out of reverenceto Christ.’ (Eph 5:21) It’s a conversation that we hope willprovoke us all to reflect honestly on our marriages, anddraw us closer to the One who loves us unconditionally.
www.commissionfestival.comHistory is rich with stories of treasure hunting, somefictional, some true, or claiming to be. Our generation,like many before us, remain fascinated by themysteries of treasure hunting. This seminar will unpackthe mystery of the unshakeable treasure that we havethrough Christ Jesus! “For where your treasure is, thereyour heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21)
www.commissionfestival.comChristians disagree on this important subject. Come andhear about one person’s journey. After 17 years of neverpraying for anyone to be healed, hear about a biblestudy that led to a public, evangelistic, healing ministrywith physical healing as a sign to the unbeliever thatJesus is alive.
www.commissionfestival.comIn recent times prophets and prophecy are in danger offalling into disrepute or being marginalised. Yet the NewTestament promises prophecy as a radical gift - a vitaltool for building the church. It’s clear that the gift willbe widely distributed. These three seminars will addresshearing, delivering and receiving prophecy with a mixof foundational biblical teaching, practical experience,Q&A sessions and prayer.
www.commissionfestival.comThis seminar is where we will celebrate all that God hasbeen doing in recent years and lift the lid on exciting newplans for the future. Join experienced church planters,Chris Kilby and Duncan Sills, to hear some inspiringstories of all that God has been doing amongst us, and todiscover your part in this great adventure.We apologise for the audio quality
www.commissionfestival.comIf you’re an imperfect parent and you love freechocolate this could be the seminar for you! Butseriously, the greatest goal of Christian parenthoodmust be helping to love our children towards Jesusand during this hour you’ll hear honest stories from 3imperfect sets of parents about the ups and downs ofhow we’ve tried to answer that call.
www.commissionfestival.comDiscover how people with learningdisabilities can enrich our churches. This seminar willprovide an opportunity to explore how little tweaks canmake a BIG difference.
www.commissionfestival.comPretty much everyone who loves Jesus and the peoplearound them would love to be able to introduce themto one another. But we’re also aware that most of thetime we talk about things like work, family, sport orpolitics - how do you bring Jesus into the conversationwithout just sounding like a weirdo and makingeveryone feel awkward? In this seminar we will explorewhy we feel this way about talking about Jesus and howwe can talk about Him without being a weirdo.
www.commissionfestival.com“In that day you will know that I am in my Father, and you inme, and I in you.” (John 14:20) Across two sessions, CliveBowsher explores Jesus’ words to us in John 14 and John15, extending the biblical invitation to come further up andfurther into the marvel and reality of oneness with Christ.
www.commissionfestival.comIn a world where everything around us is being shaken,let us come with expectant hearts to receive God'sunshakeable kingdom.
www.commissionfestival.comThe devotion of God towards His people isunshakeable, and is gloriously proven to us through thestaggering display of love seen in the suffering of Christcrucified. This devotion is what motivates our missionas a family of churches, as we seek to share God’sindescribable gift with the world around us.
www.commissionfestival.comContinuing our ‘Unshakeable’ theme, this talk will belooking at God’s unshakeable grace given to us throughJesus; grace that leads to transformed lives, reconciledrelationships and joy-filled freedom and generosity.
Sean Theunissen & Priscilla Roxburgh: Leading a Congregration in charismatic worship by Commission
Chris Kilby & Kevin Bartlett - Why I am still passionate about church planting? by Commission
Becky Peacock & Chris Hawes - Leading, loving and learning from the next generation (Kids & Youth)- by Commission
Health and Care is the biggest sector represented in Commission. How much more could we achieve for the kingdom if we were better connected to each other? Hear from fellow workers in health and care who will be sharing how their faith impacts their work and join us in an interactive workshop to design the first ‘Commission Community’, reaching across our family of churches to all those involved in health and care.
In order to transform the world and the life of the church, we need churches pulsating with God’s presence and overflowing with spiritual gifts. How do we release spiritual gifts in our meetings without getting weird? How do we use spiritual gifts every day and everywhere without freaking people out? Come and explore these, and similar questions, with particular attention being given to the gifts of prophecy and tongues.
Josh (son) and Will (father) will share a reliving of Luke 15 in song, testimonies, and prayer. Come from the ‘distant country’. Prepare for the party. Experience the joy of God’s amazing grace. Open to all. Reignite faith for the return of your own prodigals.
In this seminar Martin will use his experience leading Jubilee+ to give an overview of the big challenges and amazing opportunities facing churches at this crucial time in national life and in world mission.
Many Christians lack confidence in their ability to speak positively and biblically on matters around gender fluidity and same-sex attraction. In a culture increasingly hostile to the Bible’s teaching in these areas, it’s important we can respond both with truth and kindness to people in these circumstances. Christian silence simply allows the media to dictate societal attitudes and misses opportunities to share the Bible’s good news with the marginalised.
We have a Great Commission from Jesus to 'make disciples of all nations' but sometimes the culture of church and the way faith is lived out can put off the very people we are called to reach. Is there a better way? This seminar will look at how to develop a culture both in our churches and in our lives that will help us more effectively reach people from our increasingly broken world with the love of Jesus.
We will explore the cultural dynamics of honour and shame in Scripture, dynamics which we can often miss as Western readers. Why was Boaz’ acceptance of Ruth so significant? What did it cost Joseph to marry pregnant Mary? How does the cross of Jesus Christ deal with our shame? What are the pastoral implications of broadening our gospel language to include honour and shame? How can we share the gospel with our friends, who think more about shame than about guilt and as Western readers of Scripture, engage with these issues?
Is the Kingdom of God about social action, signs and wonders, both or more? In his book, Kingdom Conspiracy, Scott McKnight argues that ‘Kingdom’ is the biblical term most misused by Christians today. Scott offers a sizzling biblical corrective and radical vision for the role of the local church in the kingdom of God. Through a presentation, panel discussion and Q&A, this seminar is designed to stimulate and model healthy theological debate.
This seminar will explore what the bible says about the two kingdoms that operate in this world: the Kingdom of God and the Dominion of Darkness. This practical seminar will teach you how to avoid Satan’s schemes, escape from his traps and break his hold on people’s lives! You’ll leave equipped for the spiritual battles you are in.
Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers: Who? What? When? How? Why? The charismatic movement of the 1960’s came from renewed faith that the vibrancy of the New Testament Church could be experienced today but it required the leadership gifts listed in Ephesians 4. Out of his vast experience of leading, identifying and nurturing teams, David will share what these gifts bring to the church today and how they equip us to serve the Kingdom of God in wider society as well as in the church.
This workshop is geared at those who work with young people, aiming to raise awareness of the state of mental health in our young people. We will look at what this looks like and what we as people on the frontline can and should be doing about it.
The four gospels make clear that the message and ministry of Jesus was centred on the Kingdom but Tom Wright argues we often miss the main thing they are most eager to tell us. The surprising, unexpected and shocking news of the gospels is the story of a new king, and a king who invites us to be part of his new world. Through a presentation, panel discussion and Q&A, this seminar is designed to stimulate and model healthy theological debate.
Jesus said and did some amazing things, and over time he trained his team of apostles to say similar words and to do similar works and wonders. How can we learn from their story and advance the kingdom of God by doing the same things today?
“Blessed are the peacemakers”... so is conflict with others OK for Christians? How do we balance ‘turning the other cheek’ with strength of character and being able to speak up when needed? Facing conflict in life is inevitable and this seminar is for everyone who wants to feel more comfortable with it!
What would your life look like without fear? The journey from fear to faith is one that we all face at various times in our lives. Come and feed your faith by hearing personal stories of breakthrough, along with lessons learnt and biblical insights. This seminar will help equip you, or those you care for in moving forwards in your journey from fear to faith.
Jesus said, “This, then, is how you should pray ... your Kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven”. That sounds important but what does it mean? This seminar will explore the tensions, mysteries, challenges and opportunities produced by the conviction that the Kingdom of God is both now and not yet. Be prepared to have your faith expanded as we become more effective Kingdom-bringing children of God every day and everywhere
What does a healthy identity look like in the Kingdom of God? Have we really laid all of ourselves down at the cross, or are we living a ‘Jesus-plus’ identity? In this seminar, we’ll explore some of the temptations that can attack our true identity in Jesus, including appetite, approval and ambition. Beryl & Kieran Grogan (Westminster Chapel) will share how they have sought to keep Jesus at the centre throughout normal life with some significant trials.
The use of social media is prevalent in today’s society and has an impact on family life. A topical subject that is important to discuss within a safe environment, this seminar will address some of the influences, both positive and negative, many drawn from real life experiences. The seminar will be interactive, so come with your comments and stories, ready to participate.
Perhaps your church is considering starting ministry to the 10-in-500 adults who have a learning disability. If so, Pete and Christine Winmill would love to meet you and explain how Count Everyone In can support you.
Welcoming disabled people into our churches is not simply a matter of improving physical access. This seminar is intended to support churches in becoming more accessible to all disabled people but especially those with a learning disability who are so often forgotten because they may not be able to speak up for themselves. Expect to be challenged about communication, attitudes and much more.
Reimagining our day to day as places to join in with God’s kingdom is an exciting, challenging and overdue process for many of us. This seminar will outline the challenge, offer some insight as well as providing an opportunity to discuss how we can collaborate together across Commission for different sectors. Whether you work in business, education, the arts, healthcare, media, science, government, non profit or other sectors we want to work with you to discern his call for times such as these.
We’ll be using various parts of Paul’s Letters to guide an honest and practical look at marriage through the eyes of three couples at very different stages of life. Ben and Nancy Martin (married 5 years), Eugene and Jodie Engelbrecht (married 11 years) and Robin and Anna Willison (married 36 years). This certainly won’t be a how-to guide but an opportunity to reflect on the foundations of what makes a marriage work - so, there will be plenty of interaction with exercises to stimulate thought and conversation.
God’s purpose has always been the same. Starting in Genesis and restated throughout history; He is the King and He wants all to know Him. Jesus then instructs the church to play their part in the Great Commission and we can now play our part as we work together to see thousands of lives transformed through hundreds of churches in tens of nations. Come and be stirred again and reminded that we are on Jesus’ Mission together.
We are called to be ‘one’, but how does this work out in practice in my family, church and among Christians that are around me. What does unity look like when we are just so different? What happens when conflict comes – can we learn to disagree agreeably?
Multiculturalism is a real and growing reality in our communities in the UK. The Church has the responsibility of showing the power of the gospel to reconcile all people groups for the glory of God. At a practical level, this requires wisdom, flexibility and real conviction to effectively build a multicultural church. In this seminar, we will be looking at the joys and challenges of being part of a multicultural church
This seminar is for parents and anyone else who has a desire to see the next generation empowered to change the world; whether cross-culturally or within their current communities. Why not take this opportunity to be inspired and equipped to appreciate the vital role you play in other people’s journey, whatever their age.
Commission: What It Is, What It Does, How To Get Involved - John Groves - 1400 - 1530 by Commission
Kingdom Of God - What On Earth Are We Talking About? How Are We Involved?-Simon Walker-1100-1200 by Commission
Speaking The Truth In A Post Truth World - Dr David Landrum - 1400 - 1530 by Commission
Social Justice Mental Health And The Church - Dave Webb - Peploe And David Maskell - 1400 - 1530 by Commission