Evangelism

It was he (Jesus) who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. Ephesians 4:11-13

The work of evangelism is an integral part of the mission of the Church. It is an important aspect of the work of the Mission Council.

Training

Wednesday 28 March, 10am-3pm: Refresh 2012
Evangelism Training with J John at St John’s Weymouth.
Book early and bring a packed lunch! Contact Pam Palmer (palmerpam@hotmail.co.uk) or Anni Douglas (07809 467717, anni@weymouthandportlandchurch.org).

Some of the evangelistic initiatives taking place around the Diocese include:

Alpha Courses

Alpha has been running for well over 20 years and has spread around the globe having been inspired by Nicky Gumbel of Holy Trinity, Brompton.  Around a central meal, the Alpha course explores the basics of Christianity by means of a short presentation followed by small group discussions. Towards the end of the course participants are invited to gather for a day or even a weekend to reflect and build on what they have learnt.

For information about Alpha, contact Nicola Saunders: nicola.saunders@alpha.org
For information on Global Alpha Training, visit www.gat.alpha.org 
Find an Alpha Course 

Back to Church Sunday

Run annually in the last Sunday of September, Back to Church Sunday is a chance for church members to invite friends to a 'taster' service.

For information about Back to Church Sunday, contact: debbie.albery@salisbury.anglican.org

Parish Pilgrimages

Missions have been organised in various parts of the Diocese, most recently in the Pewsey Vale area.  For information about this and other mission pilgrimages, contact the Area Offices:
ramsbury.office@salisbury.anglican.org
sherborne.office@salisbury.anglican.org 

"Square Mile"

A study course on mission and evangelism through use of a DVD and down-loadable study guide. Produced by the Evangelical Alliance and already used by several groups around the Diocese.

Fresh Expressions of Church and Pioneer Ministry

The Fresh Expressions website has links to all areas of its work and many resources including Pioneer Ministry.  The Diocese of Salisbury’s Learning for Discipleship and Ministry Team can also provide further advice for anyone considering Pioneer Ministry.

Click here for a Fresh Expressions YouTube clip

Contact the Director of LDMT, Canon Jane Charman:
jane.charman@salisbury.anglican.org

Good News down the Street 

A chance conversation may lead to the question `Would you like to know more about Christianity?` A team of 3 lay people can visit a home and share the Word of God over 6 or so sessions.  Click here for more information...

Contact the Revd Robin Hungerford:
rhungerford157@btinternet.com 

Healing on the Streets  and Prayer Ministry

HOTS (Healing on the Streets) started in the Diocese of Winchester and has a central base in Bath.  Locally, groups are working in Melksham and Devizes.

Street Pastors

An ecumenical initiative reaching out to the night-time economy of young people leaving pubs and clubs in the small hours of the night and early morning.

There are currently projects in Trowbridge, Salisbury and Weymouth - the latter run by Pioneer Minister Tony Stephens.

Other helpful organisations

Unlock 
Helps urban churches of any denomination to respond to the challenges in their areas, especially in 'traditional tabloid' ('non-book', 'oral learners', or 'text-shy') cultures

Hope 
Building on "Hope 08" - Publications and a DVD packed full of ideas

Tearfund
"Just People" - a community mission/evangelism course - and much more