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16
Oct2020

What is intergenerational ministry?

On any given Sunday we can look around our local church and see babies, children, young people and adults gathered to worship God. It is one of the only places in Western society where all generations are present. Each generation is a gift to the others. The young bring their energy and questions; the mature… Read more

24
Sep2020

A practical guide

‘Intergenerational ministry takes place when people from at least two generations intentionally gather for the same activity in the name of Christ, interacting with one another in ways which reflect mutual respect and appreciation.’ Grow Ministries Intergenerational Guiding Principle Every congregation can be intentionally intergenerational in its ministry and faith formation experiences. In the book,… Read more

08
Sep2020

Reflecting on congregational life during COVID19

Church at home by Jodi Brook – Director of Grow Ministries As we reflect on the impact of the pandemic, we are coming to the realisation that it will not be a short-term experience. Perhaps like me, you are wondering what the future world will look like. What will next year look like? How will… Read more

28
May2020

Celebrating Pentecost at home

This Sunday we celebrate Pentecost! Pentecost Sunday closes the season of Easter. It is the celebration of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, and has the colour of RED, symbolising the fire associated with the coming of the Holy Spirit. We’ve put together some simple ideas to help your family celebrate at home. You could… Read more

16
Apr2020

A great opportunity not to be missed!

by Jodi Brook, Director of Grow Ministries We have always loved these beliefs about faith formation shared by friend and mentor of the Grow Ministries team, David Anderson. He writes in his book Vibrant Faith in the Congregation: Faith is formed by the power of the Holy Spirit through personal trusted relationships—often in our own… Read more

22
Nov2019

Seeing the fruits of faith

Over this past year we have shared ideas about planting seeds of faith, growing deep roots of faith, and branching out in faith.  Today we are sharing ideas about maintaining faith through daily practices, and seeing the fruits of faith in outward expressions. One such expression of the Spirit is the fruit of thankfulness. Thankfulness… Read more

30
Aug2019

What is Intergenerational Ministry?

In today’s landscape, the Christian Church has an amazing opportunity to make a difference to all generations. When you look around your local congregation you may see all generations present; babies, children, young people and adults are gathered to worship God. It is extraordinary. It is one of the few places in Western society where… Read more

07
Aug2019

Growing With

Timothy’s grandmother Lois was a person of living faith. Lois passed on her faith to her daughter and grandson (2 Timothy 1:5). In this part of the Bible we hear how older generations played a part in growing the faith of younger generations. This faith would grow deep roots and wide branches, bearing fruit within… Read more

21
Mar2019

Growing Faith Moments

At the heart of equipping people for their lifelong faith formation are the Four Key Faith Practices: Caring Conversations, Devotions, Service, and Rituals and Traditions. Growing Faith Moments are an addition to the Growing Faith at Home resource and a companion to the Faith Trail resources. Like Faith Trail, the Growing Faith Moments are designed to… Read more

13
Dec2018

Celebrating Primary School Graduation

At the heart of equipping people for their lifelong faith formation are the Four Key Faith Practices: Caring Conversations, Devotions, Service, and Rituals and Traditions. Growing Faith Moments have been created to encourage congregations and families to celebrate those special moments that happen in our life. It’s a gentle way of bringing God into everyday life…. Read more

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    • About Us
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    • Guiding Principles
    • Grow Coaching
    • Grow Training
    • Grow Leadership
    • National Youth Forum
    • Contact Us
  • 10 Guiding Principles
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    • Leadership
    • Intergenerational
    • Faith at Home
    • Mentoring
    • Lifelong Faith Formation
    • Peer Relationships
    • Personal Crisis
    • Gifts and Talents
    • Acts of Service
    • Missional
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    • Equipping Sheets
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      • Faith Trail – First Baptism Anniversary
    • Free resources
    • First Communion – Parent led
    • GIFT (Growing in Faith Together)
    • GROW together
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    • Talking Points
    • Parents in Pain
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