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A Christian presence in every community
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The Church Growth Research Programme explored some of the factors that might explain church growth in the Church of England.
The Mission of the Church and the concept of Church growth.
The findings of the research provide rich and wide-ranging insights into church growth in the Church of England.
Key areas of the work of the Data Services unit
A way of planning together: simple, effective, encouraging
Helpful reports and resources that aim to provide advice, guidance and recommendations for dioceses, parishes, PCC and clergy on rural mission and growth.
Senior leadership learning and development team provide learning and development opportunities to clergy holding senior positions. Equipping them for the significant missional challenges of leading the Church of England.
The Ministry Development team provides research, consultancy and expertise to support dioceses and theological education institutions in fostering a culture of wellbeing and lifelong learning for their ministers.
Summary
Clergy are encouraged to take seriously their continuing development throughout ministry.