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Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church Reflections from the Diocese of Newcastle . Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission. Your Experiences: w hat are the key components of your diocese’s vision?
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Encouraging the DNA of a Missional ChurchReflections from the Diocese of Newcastle Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Your Experiences: what are the key components of your diocese’s vision? how are they evidenced in your local parish? Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
The Newcastle Story Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
The Newcastle Story evolving... ...a work in progress Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Diocesan Strategic Directions Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Understanding Vision • the task of the leader Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Understanding Vision • the task of the leader • the case for change deep change... ... or slow death Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Understanding Vision • the task of the leader • the case for change • the substance Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Understanding Vision • the task of the leader • the case for change • the substance • the authority Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change • from pastoral... • ... to missional Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • inspiration Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • education Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • experience Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • equipping of personnel Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • permission giving Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • authority Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • understanding the context Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • instability Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Cultural Change key components • naming ‘inevitability thinking’ Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Team-shaped Vision essentials • bishop’s ministry team Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Team-shaped Vision essentials • ministry teams in parishes Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Team-shaped Vision essentials • external consultants Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Team-shaped Vision essentials • focusing on equipping Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Team-shaped Vision essentials • diocesan learning days Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Team-shaped Vision essentials • newcastle school of theology for ministry Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Team-shaped Vision essentials Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission • diocesan entities
Integrity staying on track • diocesan leadership practising the vision Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Integrity staying on track • remaining focused on the local • ‘if it’s not happening in the congregation... • ...it’s not happening’ Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Integrity staying on track • being honest when things aren’t working • not being afraid to stop... • ...and learn from our mistakes Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Integrity staying on track • doing a few things, and doing them well Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Integrity staying on track • being realistic about what is possible Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Integrity staying on track • not being afraid to learn from others Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Integrity staying on track • the necessity of theological formation and ongoing theological reflection Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Integrity staying on track • listening to the local context Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Being Single-minded not getting side-tracked • continuous focus • harmony of message • staying on message Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Permission Giving • abraham as a model of faith Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Our Current Practice in the diocese of newcastle • becoming ministering communities in mission Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Our Current Practice in the diocese of newcastle • focusing on missional communities Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Our Current Practice in the diocese of newcastle • resourcing size transitions Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Achievements where we are on the journey Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission
Encouraging the DNA of a Missional Church developing strategic pathways for local mission