To see some Answers to ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ about Growing Disciples, click here: Q & A sheet and download the document. (This gives useful detail in response to key questions raised.)
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1. The programme is about our shared, not individual, discipleship. Why this focus?
- disciples learn together with purpose
- disciples worship together creatively, to relate to their world
- disciples listen to God and each other
- disciples do mission together, to make a difference in the world
2. So what will be the BENEFITS of the programme for the church?
- value the diversity within the Body of Christ
- value how different disciples learn and grow differently
- help people grow in confidence
- help make connections between different areas of a church’s life
- help the church make an impact on the world around it
3. What form will it take?
- the whole programme will consist of 15 sessions
- they are presented in 5 short booklets (for every participant to have)
- some additional/ optional materials are downloadable from this website, and on the pack’s CD
- it will be flexible, to help churches shape it to suit their situation
4. Will we need an experienced leader?
- no, the notes are designed for a range of people to use, so different people get the chance to take the role of guiding the group
- it’s not about leading people to particular answers, but encouraging the church to explore & think & talk together
5. But is it all talk?
- no, every session can be explored in 3 different ways:
- discussion (exploring a bible story & some questions)
- creative (something hands-on)
- resource (a worship resource, or task to help the church generate its own resources)
- several sessions invite the group to make proposals to Church Meeting, to help churches explore new possibilities for action
