Following Jesus Study   The Following Jesus studies (5 modules, 5 sessions each) are designed for seekers who have had an introduction to the life of Jesus, in one form or another, and are looking for a broader understanding of the Christian faith. It does not assume that a faith

Jesus is the central relationship in my life – I am a Jesus-centred, others-oriented disciple This describes a disciple whose life has been surrendered over to God for renovation and empowerment – they are willing to risk everything. God’s priorities, values and the practices of kingdom living are becoming second nature. 

A close relationship with Jesus – I’m an active disciple This person is deeply in relationship with Jesus Christ. They speak of Jesus as an active confidante in their everyday lives, depending upon him for guidance and support. They are entering deeper into life with Jesus who, by the Holy

Growing in relationship with Jesus – I’m a Jesus-follower This describes a person who has entered into relationship with Jesus Christ. They understand and believe in Jesus as the Son of God and what his sacrifice means for forgiveness and cleansing in their lives. They are beginning to live out

Exploring relationship with Jesus – I’m a seeker This describes someone who in the course of their spiritual journey has entered into some dimension of relationship with a Christian congregation. They ‘get’ the God stuff, but are wondering about everything else, including Jesus as The Way and whether Christian community

Church Health A Framework for Intentional Discipleship-Making A Framework for Intentional Disciple-making (with suggested resources) This outline, or framework, for thinking about the process of intentional disciple-making is built from historic Christian practices, Wesleyan methodologies, and contemporary applied approaches. (see below for additional reading) The beginning point for these journey

Church Health Natural Church Development Survey A key tool in the LifePlan Process is the use of an NCD survey.  This survey is a very useful annual assessment of a church’s health based on eight essential Quality Characteristics of church life. Church leaders are able to use the results to

the free methodist church in canada Church Health Transitions Click the above image to access the Church Transition Handbook There have always been pastors and churches in transition, regardless of which appointment system was in operation at the time.  Once a local church is in transition, a board-approved Transition Team (TT)