Guiding Principles

Deuteronomy 6:6-7 was given with the express purpose of encouraging a lifelong pursuit of a love for God that would envelop every molecule of a child’s being and existence: “And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children and shall talk of them… Read more

At Grow Ministries we are often talking about being ‘relational’ in ministry. We have been known to say things like: ‘Prioritise relationships over programs’, or ‘It’s all about the relationships!’ But what do we mean when we say these things? Being ‘relational’ is one of those terms that has been used so much that its… Read more

The goal of nurturing Christian faith across the generations and equipping people to live as disciples of Jesushas guided Christian Churches for 2000 years. In the twenty-first century, faith formation involves intentionally planning a journey of lifelong discipleship.

“Mentoring is a very significant role every Christian disciple can fulfil….irrespective of age or experience. It is not restricted to ‘giants of faith’. The basic requirement is a living relationship with God and an ability to listen and respond sensitively, and to encourage. If this is true of you, you can be God’s agent in enriching… Read more

For some students 2021 is a momentous year beginning something new and significant. Can you remember your first day of school, your first day of high school or your first day of year twelve? Or do you know someone who is about to begin their schooling journey. Growing Faith Moments provide an opportunity to prepare… Read more

We have already looked at three of the five love languages of touch, words and time. The last two love languages are two very tangible and outward signs of showing and giving love to others: gifts and acts of service. These very practical and effective ways of showing love help people to figure out how… Read more

Everyone is welcome. Hospitality – when we welcome another into our space we are declaring there is always room for more, we have more to share and that no one is excluded. Sharing what we have in the gifts of hospitality can be a big deal, or it can be in the very ordinary, daily… Read more

Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. Romans 15:7 No longer can evangelism be one program or ministry function alongside others. Rather, in an evangelising (or missional) church culture, speaking the name of Jesus Christ and telling the story of what God has done for us will… Read more

Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And… Read more

We know that in every way and every day, Jesus is calling us into a deeper and closer relationship with him. We know that this doesn’t just happen once a week for an hour at church or an hour in our small groups. As parents, we have been blessed with the joy and gift to… Read more