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Carlisle Diocese GROWING DISCIPLES Vision and Strategy 2011 - 2020. By God’s grace, to grow God’s Kingdom in Cumbria. OUR MISSION. Is to see our Churches growing Disciples of all ages. OUR VISION. Maturity in Faith Prayer and Worship Community engagement Evangelism
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Carlisle DioceseGROWING DISCIPLESVision and Strategy2011 - 2020
By God’s grace, to grow God’s Kingdom in Cumbria OUR MISSION
Is to see our Churches growing Disciples of all ages. OUR VISION
Maturity in Faith Prayer and Worship Community engagement Evangelism Quality of Relationships FIVE MARKS OF DISCIPLESHIP
Adult Christian Basics Generous giving Use of gifts Growth in vocations Intern programme Discipleship training 1. Maturity in Faith
Prayer groups Varied worship styles ‘Fresh Expressions’ Network Youth Churches Exploring Special Occasions School involvement 2. Prayer and Worship
Social Action projects Multi-purpose buildings Charitable involvement Urban and Rural contacts Ministry at work Deanery links 3. Community engagement
Church attendance Mission Action Plans Process Evangelism Parish evangelists Equipping for witness 4. Evangelism
Ecumenical county Small Groups Social activities Trained Welcomers Support for Family Life 5. Quality of Relationships
Local Leadership Local Ministry Local Planning Comprehensive Mission INGREDIENTS OF OUR STRATEGY
Listening to God – the foundation for Planning Identifying partners, including: - schools - other parishes and denominations Offering feedback and suggestions Being confident and enthusiastic NEXT STEPS