"Faith shapes the way I think about people and leadership," says Alex, leadership and coaching business owner. "The Christian story places enormous value on the dignity of every person and calls us to serve rather than dominate."
It's AGM season, and the beginning of a new three-year synod cycle is upon us – time to elect our lay synod representatives! So what do they do?
Sure, most people schedule a few holidays over the year, but few of us schedule in a time to get away from the hustle to be with God. We’d love to see that change, so more people can experience the joys that come from this rhythm of retreat.
Thoughts, reflections, news and stories from across the diocese emailed to you every week.
"Faith shapes the way I think about people and leadership."
Take some time for quiet retreat, prayer and reorientation towards God’s rhythms of grace.
"It’s not about which vicar you’ve got or which one leaves."
"This isn’t about fear. It’s about preparation."
Ambassadors, representing the voice of their local church body to the wider body.
John Wesley's teachings have challenged the way I think about money.
"I try to ensure everyone knows they matter and are cared about."
An introduction to the inner workings of the Anglican body.
The big changes in my life have grown out of small, ordinary moments – not grand gestures.
We are called to be ambassadors of reconciliation.
"People in our community are already asking questions about meaning and spirituality."
We lead out of who we are more than what we say.