MSM Commendations

National Commendations

“The next big step in taking fresh expressions of church forward is
making the right kind of training available in every part of the country.
The Mission Shaped Ministry course looks set to make a major
contribution here and I’m delighted to commend it.” Archbishop Rowan Williams

“Everybody who did the course was very enthusiastic and it opened up minds to new
ways of working.” Chris Lilly - Anglican Rural Dean

“The course came at just the right time for me and now we are about to launch a
mobile church with a bus working in local communities.” Ian Brown - Methodist Minister

“The greatest benefit of the course is its practical side and the chance to talk through
issues relevant to your situation.” Leanne Corlett - Methodist Youth Enabler

“Mission Shaped Ministry is ideal for all those wanting to embrace new
ways of being church in a practical way and vital for those already
engaged in fresh expressions.” Diane Louise Jordan - Presenter, Songs of Praise

“I wholeheartedly recommend this course to all churches in the UK as we seek to
work together for the further establishment of God’s Kingdom. The course is designed
to equip all God’s people for the task of establishing authentic and effective Church
for this and future generations.” Stuart Bell - Leader ‘Ground Level Network’

“The Mission Shaped Ministry course is based on a framework of practical discipleship
and provides an opportunity to equip those whom God is calling to serve him in
developing fresh ways of being Church. Here is an opportunity to take your
discipleship further by engaging in this training for mission-shaped ministry and
moving beyond being locked into a “maintenance” mode.” The Revd. Graham Carter - President of the Methodist Conference

Local Commendations

Mission-shaped Church and Fresh Expressions have raised a great deal of interest and discussion in the last couple of years. The Mission Shaped Ministry course provides practical and serious training for action to move things forward for those involved in fresh or inherited expressions of mission and church. Don’t miss the opportunity!
David, Bishop of Barking, Lead Bishop for Mission, Diocese of Chelmsford.

Having seen some of the work which Fresh Expressions support and encourage, I am utterly confident that this course is completely mission directed and will empower the delegates in significant enterprises for the sake of God's Kingdom.  The curriculum is comprehensive and will not only help the delegates with new insights and skills in terms of mission, but will also encourage personal spiritual development and growth.  A valuable investment for anyone with a passion to share the Gospel in new and relevant ways.
Major Mike Caffull, Divisional Director for Evangelism, The Salvation Army London North-East Division.

In this partnership with Fresh Expressions, CMS draws on its experience to bring a global perspective on mission, which will help, encourage and enrich local mission engagement in the UK. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore more fully a Mission Spirituality, and reflect on its implications. There will also be the possibility for a cross-cultural encounter, which will help course members both engage with and discover new aspects of Jesus, the Lord of the Church.
Canon Chris Neal, Director of Mission Movement, CMS.

It gives me great pleasure to commend Mission Shaped Ministry. In today’s culture we need new tools to share the good news in different ways. This course will be a great asset to those who wish to update their skills focusing on mission and outreach within the communities they serve.
Revd Anne Brown, Chair of Beds, Essex & Herts Methodist District.

I'm delighted to commend the course. I've been involved in teaching the course from which it's been developed for several years and feel it is a very useful tool.
Revd Graham Horsley, Evangelism and Church Planting Secretary, Methodist Church House.