EXPLORING GOSPEL MOVEMENTS RESOURCES
These videos and resources are intended to go along with the Exploring Gospel Movements booklet, available here.
INTRODUCTION
WHY GOSPEL MOVEMENTS?
Why are we exploring gospel movements? Who is this resource for? The following video provides a helpful introduction before we dive into the subject.
CAMPFIRE 1: Beyond the Local Church
TO READ:
Beyond the Local Church by Sam Metcalf
The Two Structures of God’s Redemptive Mission by R.D. Winter (article)
TO WATCH:
BEYOND THE LOCAL CHURCH
Sam Metcalf author of ‘Beyond the Local Church’ explores the different structures of church that have been present from the New Testament and throughout our church history.
CAMPFIRE 2: Reflecting On Our Celtic Roots
TO READ:
Restoring the Woven Cord by Michael Mitton
Cave Refectory Road by Ian Adams
St Aidan's Way of Mission by Ray Simpson
FURTHER READING (OPTIONAL):
High Street Monasteries by Ray Simpson
New Monasticism as Fresh Expression of Church by Graham Cray
Colonies of Heaven by Ian Bradley
TO WATCH:
REFLECTING ON OUR CELTIC ROOTS & CHURCH HISTORY
Alan McWilliam reflects further on the different structures of church that have been evident throughout our church history and why this understanding is important as we face the new season ahead.
WHY OUR CELTIC ROOTS MATTER TODAY
As we look forward to the new season ahead we have so much to learn from our Celtic Saints. Scott Brennan from the Holy Island of Lindisfarne explores some of the lessons that we can learn. This is not about ‘formulas’ or ‘or a cookie-cutter approach’ but an invitation into a lifestyle.
CAMPFIRE 3: Common Components of Gospel Movements
TO READ:
NOVO’s 5 Essential Components of Gospel Movements
Movements of God by Sam Metcalf
What is a Movement by David Broodryk (Article)
Movements That Change the World by Steve Addison
Rise and Fall of Movements by Steve Addison
TO WATCH:
COMMON COMPONENTS OF GOSPEL MOVEMENTS
As we look at some of the significant gospel movements going on in the world today, there are five common components that are evident. These components are often woven together.seek to support.
CAMPFIRE 4: Characteristics of Gospel Movements
TO READ:
The Remarkable Power of Brokenness by David Broodryk (article)
TO WATCH:
CHARACTERISTICS OF GOSPEL MOVEMENTS
We find that there are some characteristics that are common to gospel movements: Brokenness, God at work, Ordinary people, Natural social networks, Abiding fruitfulness, Exponential multiplication, Disciple making, Secular spaces, Unique contribution, Empowering leaders. Let’s explore these together.
MIRACLE OF THE FISH
Scene from The Chosen
CAMPFIRE 5: Leadership, Roles and Structures That Can Support Gospel Movements
TO READ:
The Chaordic Tension of Movements by David Broodryk (article)
Saint Patrick by Richard Roberts
The Starfish and the Spirit by Ford, Wegner & Hirsch
Movements That Change the World by Steve Addison
The Rise & Fall of Movements by Steve Addison
TO WATCH:
LESSONS FROM SAINT PATRICK
Who could have predicted that a missional movement would arise out of the disaster of Christianity’s decline in 5th Century? How did Saint Patrick do it? Once again we look back to our Celtic Roots as Rich Roberts explores some invaluable lessons from the life and ministry of Saint Patrick.
SIMPLE ROLES & STRUCTURES THAT SUPPORT MOVEMENT
From USA, Switzerland and Asia here we reflect together of some structures that support movements. At the simplest level, James reminds us that the family is God ordained as structure through which God works!
THE POWER OF STORIES TO FUEL A MOVEMENT
If a movement is not clothed in simple, socially appropriate structures, it will become a fad.” In this discussion Steve explores the simple things that Jesus did as he called his disciples and told stories.
CAMPFIRE 6: What Can We Learn? Where Can LHOP Serve?
TO READ:
Restoring the Woven Cord by Michael Mitton
TO WATCH:
WHERE ARE WE SERVING AS AN LHOP COMMUNITY?
James R, a leader of a significant Gospel Movement in Asia, gives the LHOP community some encouraging feedback. Whilst affirming that LHOPs are carrying all 5 components of Gospel movements, he challenges us to keep sharpening our missional focus!
WHAT CAN WE LEARN & HOW CAN WE SERVE?
The focus of this resource is to learn from moves of God in the world today as well as from our Celtic roots. This conversation explores in the light of this learning where we as an LHOP can best serve and play our part
CAMPFIRE 7: How Can We Stand Together?
TO READ:
Restoring the Woven Cord by Michael Mitton
TO WATCH:
HOW CAN WE STAND TOGETHER?
As an LHOP community we continue to reflect and share reflections how we can stand with others to see movements of the Gospel be birthed in our nations.
EXPLORING A SHARED REALITY TOGETHER
As we explore who we are called to work with across different cultural contexts , it is important that we have a shared reality. We explore together the importance of asking questions to achieve this!
DREAMING FOR THE IMMEASURABLY MORE AS WE STAND TOGETHER
Director of Missions Chris Shelby shares his heart to see LHOP and Disciple making movements coming together as he dreams for the immeasurably more!
CAMPFIRE 8: What Might This Look Like in Practice? Where Might I Go From Here?
TO READ:
St Aidan's Way of Mission by Ray Simpson
TO WATCH:
EXPLORING HOW KEY COMPONENTS CAN WORK TOGETHER
Just as we use the Caleb questions to be open to who the Holy Spirit sends our way, let us use the same listening approach to listen and discern who the Lord maybe calling us to work along side.
PRAYER, DISCIPLESHIP & COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION: REFLECTIONS FROM AFRICA
Senior leaders from Uganda, Nigeria and DRC dream together of what this might look like in practice as we see LHOP, DMM and CCT coming together. The door is open, there is an invitation to explore together what this could like in practice.
