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On the Edge

"On the Edge", the brand new dvd resource on ordained pioneer ministry in the Church of England, was launched in August at the Momentum festival. Copies have now been sent to all Anglican bishops, directors of ordinands and training institutions. It's essential viewing for anyone involved in selection or vocations support and, of course, for prospective ordinands. Please make it known and order it here, www.freshexpressions.org.uk/shop

'The Church of England is looking for people who can take risks for the gospel to be Ordained Pioneer Ministers,' says Archbishop Rowan Williams (from the booklet which accompanies the dvd).

"Hope Explored"

Lessons of 9/11 offer hope, suggests ‘new kind of Christian’ Brian McLaren in new short film.
“Hope Explored” is released today at www.hopeinfo.co.uk in support of Hope 2008. Timed to coincide with the seventh anniversary of September 11th 2001, this free, downloadable short film tackles major themes from interfaith relations to climate change and war and peace. No surprise then that the film’s contributor is author of a book called “Everything Must Change”, one of a number of best sellers by popular international speaker, thinker and activist Brian McLaren.

In the film, Brian shares a personal story of his reaction to his Muslim neighbours after the 9/11 attack in 2001. The prominent and sometimes controversial Christian thinker goes on to suggest that the way we are treating the planet, the gap between the haves and the have-nots, and the proliferation of violence and weapons, combine to dangerous effect.

But there is hope! The film points to a Christian faith that is a real hope for the present, just as much as it is a solid hope for the future. Watch the film and post your own views: www.hopeinfo.co.uk

Who is my neighbour?

There is deep concern within the churches and society about negative gang-related social disorder and violent crimes and their subsequent effects upon society, especially upon the young. This new publication, Who is my neighbour? – a church response to social disorder linked to gangs, drugs, guns and knives, is a timely and thoughtfully researched piece of work, covering perceptions of the level of gang-related social disorder, identifying its causes, and looking at some initiatives that address these. The role of the Church is highlighted as an agent of change where Jesus’ gospel message is a timeless and constructive alternative to the negative messages that influence gang members.

Published by Churches Together in England (CTE) and Churches Together in Britain & Ireland (CTBI), Who is my neighbour? can be ordered or downloaded as a PDF from http://www.cte.org.uk/