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The spring issue of Preach magazine (38) looks at the hidden treasures of the Minor Prophets. Maybe it’s the description as minor that causes readers to neglect their existence, or perhaps it is because they are rarely preached on. But what do these books have to say to us today? We’ll unearth some of the treasures held in these sacred books, from justice to leadership and the very character of God and his promises. Get your copy here
Get your New Year off to a great start and accept our Read 12 in 24 challenge. Catch up with our latest book reviews to help you along. Read them here
Our neglect of Paul’s instruction in Ephesians, to ‘keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace’ is ‘shameful’, according to Jonathan Lamb, in his easily accessible book on the importance of seeking to heal a fractured church.
‘The growth of the church is handicapped, fellow believers are injured and our mission loses its credibility’, he says. He uses various Bible passages to consider how we should approach each other, both individually and as churches, and unpacks what we can learn from those who have faced disagreements before us: after all, they began with the disciples and carried on into the Early Church. Read more
Justin Welby’s book came after the torrent of critical headlines following the February 2023 General Synod. Critics tore into the House of Bishops for creating an intolerable situation about same-sex relationships, and demanded a resolution one way or another. Justin lays out his tried and tested approach to reconciliation – a process involving six Rs, beginning with ‘Researching’. It is not a straightforward read, however, it is a profound insight into reconciliation that is achieved by following its own pace. Read more
Rev Mark Woods, Baptist minister and writer, unpacks the research and examines the statistics behind church attendance levels both pre and post-pandemic. He reveals whether or not congregation numbers are actually falling and discusses the influencing factors such as bureaucracy and the environment for worship. He also looks at the opportunities for growth within diverse communities and churches of different denominations. Read more
Join us and Simon Moore LIVE! Our first webinar of 2024 is going to be packed with helpful teaching and instruction from Simon. The webinar is for preachers of all levels of experience and from any denomination. You’ll receive a note taking document, and have the chance to ask questions on:
Foundations of effective sermon structure
How to connect to your audience (understanding your audience)
Practical Insights
Incorporating relevance and practical application
Q&As
In conversation with Chris Wright
This not-to-be-missed interview will get you thinking afresh on mission, the necessity to preach the breadth of the Bible, and our participation in God’s story. It includes Chris' keys to preaching the whole of the Bible across Seven Acts. Be challenged and encouraged today as you join Chris and unpack God’s sending of Jesus and Jesus’ sending of us. Watch the video here
Join Bishop Rosemary Mallett in discussing the 75th anniversary of the Windrush generation and her experiences during childhood. She also looks at the importance of preaching on racism and justice, the weaponising of Scripture and the need to encounter God. Watch the video here
Tyler Staton is Lead Pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon, and the National Director of 24-7 Prayer USA. Passionate about prayer as a communion and a conversation with God, he believes prayer is an invitation. His book, Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools encourages you to experience that invitation and a relationship with God. Tyler tackles tough questions such as; Do we expect prayer to work? What happens when we pray? What do we do about unanswered prayer? t
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Back in the 1990s there was a trend to wear wristbands, t-shirts or to have other items displaying the acronym WWJD. The origin of the phrase, though, stretches back to the writing of Thomas a Kempis' 15th Century book, The Imitation of Christ. While the principles apply to all of us, whether lay or ordained, in church work or secular, Richard Frost focuses on how that question relates to those who are preachers, leaders and ministers here and now in the 21st Century. Read more
Preach is the magazine for Preachers, Readers, Worship Leaders and Student Preachers - written by Preachers.
It’s published quarterly by the charity, Leaders of Worship and Preachers Trust (LWPT), as part of its mission to support preachers and worship leaders throughout the UK. You can purchase single issues in print or digital format. To receive every issue, we offer you Membership from just £30, which also includes a wealth of preaching resources
Preach is designed to help you develop your gifts of preaching and sermon writing. Ecumenical in outlook and Bible-based, it speaks in the context of current UK and world events. Each issue focuses on a theme - giving you sermon ideas and insight to connect with your congregation.
Preach gives you a broad range of perspectives - with contributors from different churches and varied backgrounds. We challenge your current thinking and encourage you to look at things from many angles.
You’ll find a great mix of articles in each issue: long features, short reviews, resources and opinion pieces - support for when you reach out to your congregation and community.
Preach is published each February, May, August and November.
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