Our Mission Action Plans reflect the 7 marks of a healthy church which are: Energised by faith; outward looking focus; seeks to find what God wants; faces the cost of change and growth; builds community; makes room for others; does a few things and does them well.

 

PUTTING PARISHES FIRST…

 

 

1: Discovering the heart of God

As part of Daily Offices: prayers to discern our place in God's mission

Regular monitoring and review of worship liturgy so that remains relevant to the community

Investigate and Establish a Messy Church programme

 

 

2: Growing Disciples

Develop a system of oversight and care to members of the congregation

Envision and encourage congregation, through training, to be bold in doing God's work

Start a new House Group aimed at seekers and questioners

 

 

3: Reaching New Generations

Start a Lads' and Dads' Breakfast Club

Continue to develop links with schools and uniformed organisations

Encourage some of our Junior Children to become Servers / Acolytes

 

 

4: Transforming Communities

Initiate a programme of Parish engagement - 'what can the church do for you?'

Help the fringe to re-engage with the church - a 'Friends of St. Agatha's' for those who can no longer get to church; baptism families; wedding couples etc.

Instigate a 'Knock and Pray and letter ministry'

 

 

5: Practicing Generosity

Continue to support overseas projects (Kibera)

Undertake a gift day and stewardship campaign ensure financial sustainability