Welcome to Rural Missions Solutions

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This is a relatively new name for a long-established organisation specialising in rural mission in the UK.  Our senior staff have considerable personal experience in ministry and mission in rural areas. We work with all Christian traditions and throughout the UK.  

 

Rural Communities in the UK today are often a complex mix of people groups.  Some villages even have a sub-urban feel, while others have changed little.  These and other factors present rural churches with significant mission challenges.  But many rural churches feel limited in what they can do, and rural clergy often have their hands full.

 

At the same time rural communities can be sensitive places for mission.  So if you are going to invite anyone from outside to help or advise you it is important that you can have confidence that what might be said and done is going to be suitable.

Wanting to be more missional?

Our Tailored Mission approach is probably just what you need.  Based on sound theological principles it enables churches to start from where they are.  There is no package you have to sign up to and then make it fit your situation.  It is an easy and gentle process designed to help understanding and build confidence.  The final outcome of a bespoke approach is determined locally and will be designed to fit the church, the community and the budget.  What is more it will be a style with which the church will feel comfortable in public.  Find out more...

Help the faithful to be more faith-full

Many rural congregations contain people whose loyalty and commitment are great but who would find it difficult to articulate their personal faith and undersatnding of the Christian gospel.  We introduced the No Ordinary Man project specifically to respond to these situations.  Find out more...

Need to talk with someone or seek advice?

Rural ministry can be lonely.  It presents challenges and can seem frustrating.  In some situations it is not uncommon to find that urban clergy or ministers just do not understand.  Don't struggle on your own.  Church leaders can talk with us in confidence.  Whether you need us just to listen or to give you ideas we are available by phone or email.  We can even plan a visit if that is helpful to you.  Click here for contact details.

Looking for something special for an event?

Rural churches often have events that engage people beyond their normal congregations.  The question is how to share the gospel with them in ways that are  appropriate, gentle, and cringe-free.  Barry Osborne is a gifted singer and story teller ideal for Men's Breakfasts, Harvest Suppers, and similar.  The leader of a Men's Breakfast in a rural Anglican Church wrote afterwards, "It was an exciting day for me.  It is a wonderful answer to much prayer.  So many said it was the best breakfast and the news is spreading around the village."  Use the contact form to find out more.

Education, training and conferences

Since 1988 we have been working with theological colleges presenting modules on rural mission and evangelism.  We are happy to lead Church Away-Days or participate in conferences, speak at clergy meetings etc.  Use our contact form to find out more.

Want to know more about the Christian faith?

We are pleased to recommend the following websites for anyone who wants to know more about the Christian faith:

 

www.christianity.org.uk 

www.lookingforgod.com

www.rejesus.co.uk

Can we help you?

Find out how by contacting us at:

 

Rural Missions Solutions

Centre for Rural Mission
4 Clarence Street
Market Harborough
LE16 7NE

Tel: 01858 414930
E-mail: info@RuralMissionSolutions.org.uk

 

Or use our online contact form.

Oxford Diocese - Mission & Discipleship Event

Find the Paper and supporting PowerPoint presentation relating to the event organised by the Diocese of Oxford in November 2011.

2011 Rural Evangelism Survey Report

The results of a survey into rural evangelism can be found on News and Events section.

No Ordinary Man

Check out the section on "No Ordinary Man".  We are giving away hundreds of copies of this excellent book to rural churches in the UK.

Thank you for your prayers and Support

You faithfulness in prayer and support for this ministry are vital to us and veryt much appreciated.

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