The article can be seen here, but the last sentence caugh my eye:

As part of the briefing, Faithworks outlined a 6-point plan for developing a greater understanding of faith in society. These proposals included the development of ‘faith awareness’ programmes, which would help Government, statutory agencies and voluntary groups understand what it means for individuals and groups to operate from a faith motivation, rather than just a religious affiliation.

I think that is an interesting thought and helpful way to put it, emphasising a life orientation that flows from “faith” out into the world, rather than organisational orientation that emphasises self-support, on which you sign up on a dotted line.

As I think I have said before mission is not about saving the church, but about saving the world. The same that Jesus said “whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but if whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it.” [Mark 8:35] about the individual, also applies to the church.

The article can be seen here, but the last sentence caugh my eye:

As part of the briefing, Faithworks outlined a 6-point plan for developing a greater understanding of faith in society. These proposals included the development of ‘faith awareness’ programmes, which would help Government, statutory agencies and voluntary groups understand what it means for individuals and groups to operate from a faith motivation, rather than just a religious affiliation.

I think that is an interesting thought and helpful way to put it, emphasising a life orientation that flows from “faith” out into the world, rather than organisational orientation that emphasises self-support, on which you sign up on a dotted line.

As I think I have said before mission is not about saving the church, but about saving the world. The same that Jesus said “whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but if whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it.” [Mark 8:35] about the individual, also applies to the church.

This Morning’s meditation from Celtic Daily Prayer:

This Morning’s meditation from Celtic Daily Prayer:

This Morning’s meditation from Celtic Daily Prayer: