What is Discipleship and why it is important?

 

The discipleship team meets to support people attending our churches to learn, to grow and to increase their understanding of the Christian faith.

 

Members of the team are Magdalen Smith, Rachel Kinning, Una Lodge, Richard Ellis, Mark Simons, Deb Curnock, Trish Everett and Liz Blakey.

 

  • Before Lent and Advent we plan activities that expand the themes chosen by the ministry team. For example, Power in the Presence was a Lent Course where we explored how we experience God's presence through prayer, music, art, stillness and the Psalms. Sacred Space was a monthly 'open space' where we explored different kinds of prayer, including a prayer walk around Highbury Park, Franciscan spirituality and prayer in the pub!
  • We support the Book of the Term meetings and Moseley at the Movies.
  • We have organised Quiet Days and run longer courses like Growing Leaders/Disciples.
  • In collaboration with clergy we plan and deliver confirmation training.
  • In the past we have encouraged the formation of home groups.

 

Oversight Area Quiet Day 

 

“Our Hearts are restless until they find their rest in thee”

 

On Saturday 7th March, we enjoyed the beautiful grounds at Temple Balsall, had some quiet time and shared a simple Communion Service in the middle of the day. Here are some photos from the day. 

 

Faith, Menopause and Meaning of Midlife

 

21st November, 2pm-5pm, Transition Hall, 17 Clidton Road, B12 8SX

 

This is a unique opportunity to hear two speakers from both the Christian and Muslim perspective talk on issues of faith, menopause and midlife. Jayne Manfredi (author of Waking the Women: Faith, menopause and midlife) and Nasim Walji will both speak, and there will be a chance for people to discuss what they have heard on tables. The event will conclude with a Q and A session and a medical (female) doctor will also be present for this. Refreshments will follow. 
 
We will be arranging a meet up point on the day so those who live in Moseley can walk down together to the Al Abbas Centre who are kindly hosting this event.

 

The event is free but booking is essential.