Connect09

Pew Power for Connect09

Russell Powell

The emphasis in the Connect09 campaign on ‘neighbourhood evangelism’ has struck a chord across the diocese. Many churches are off and running in efforts to harness prayer and research to ‘connect’ with those around them. Many are using groups of key congregation members to pray and plan for the year ahead. This month, there are five regional ‘strategy nights’ to help key lay leaders understand the global/local nature of Connect09.

“Congregation members may know what’s going on locally” says Connect09 Executive Director Andrew Nixon “but they become really enthusiastic once they realise what is planned across the diocese as support for the local church.”

The Connect09 ‘strategy nights’ will feature input from Vince Williamson, the leader of the Ambassador’s programme, an initiative to enthuse ordinary congregation members about what can be done to reach out to their communities. Diocesan media adviser Russell Powell will also outline support for churches and how to link in with the Jesus All about life media campaign. “We want as many lay leaders as possible” says Mr Nixon “and I’m sure they’ll leave fired up about what we can do together.”

See right for details on the regional strategy night in your area.