The Reconciling Mission podcast has released a new episode exploring the role of coaching within the Reconciling Mission programme. Listen here >> Host Mina Munns was joined by Rebi Hedger, mentor, coach, and founder of Colab, which equips individuals, churches, and organisations to collaborate by sharing gifts and resources. Rebi is passionate about creating safe … Read more
In this episode we speak with Rachel Schaeffer, a priest from Newcastle Diocese who has been through the Reconciling Mission programme. She reflects on what she’s learned about leading from behind and discovering the treasures already present in her community. Rachel first joined the Reconciling Mission programme at the invitation of her diocesan Bishop. Rachel … Read more
The Reconciling Mission podcast returned with an episode exploring asset-based community development (ABCD). Host Mina Munns was joined by Revd Al Barrett and Paul Wright, facilitators on the Reconciling Mission residentials at the outset of the programme. Listen here… From deficits to gifts Traditional church grant applications often start by asking: what’s wrong? Paul explained … Read more
In the first episode of the Reconciling Mission podcast, host Mina Munns, Network Lead for the Reconciling Mission programme, sat down with Alastair, the creator of the initiative, to unpack how churches can engage more meaningfully with their local communities. The Reconciling Mission programme is more than just an educational framework. As Alastair explained, many … Read more
What does mission look like in the church today? For some, it still feels like hard work, carrying the weight of responsibility, chasing numbers, and striving to bring more people into the pews. The Reconciling Mission programme offers a different vision. It helps clergy and communities rediscover mission not as a burden, but as a … Read more
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of The Reconciling Mission Podcast, a brand-new podcast inviting churches and community leaders to explore fresh ways of engaging with their neighbourhoods. The series explores approaches that focus on openness, generosity, and building relationships over rigid agendas. What does it mean to say “yes” to opportunities that might … Read more