'What about me?' - Part 1
From an article by Together for the Common Good
Christianity is not only a set of beliefs to be spoken; it is “a presence to be embodied.” Successful Christian work can still miss people. The Church must stay close enough to real people to hear the question, “What about me?”
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'What about me?' - Part 2
From an article by Together for the Common Good
The Church is “not called to be useful” but “to be transformational,” and “to be the embodiment of love.” Has its social work has become too much like professional service delivery and not enough like shared life.
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Building resilience in children and young people
From a study by The Australian Institute of Family
What does good practice looks like in community-based interventions designed to build resilience in children and young people aged 7–20? Evidence that three types of interventions can improve resilience..
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Ancient Monks, Modern Missions
From a presentation at The Everything Conference 2
There is a call to imitation, not nostalgia. We need to recover the same spiritual seriousness: worship first, Scripture central, work dignified, beauty valued, community strengthened, and every part of life offered to God.
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Guide to Popular Assemblies
From a guide from Humanity Project
The idea behind Popular Assemblies is simple: real conversations, real listening, real decisions made by the people they affect. Freedom to be heard. Responsibility to listen. Turning division into dialogue, ideas into action.
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10 essential tips for effective Youth Ministry
From a video by Ridley Hall Cambridge
Practical advice on how to navigate the challenges and rewards of working with young people in a Christian context. Help with unpredictability of youth work and fostering a community connection.
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5 major trends reshaping democratic engagement
From a webinar by Go Vocal
Reflects technological evolution and growing expectation that governments create more inclusive, representative, continuous channels for civic input. Shifts from episodic participation to a systemic model.
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Behavioural nudges to improve parenting
Geoff Knott
A '5-a-day' campaign encourages people to eat 5 portions of fruit/veg daily. Why not do the same with parents to raise awareness of long-term harm some actions have and also good parenting practices. Some nudges..
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