Discipleship Courses
We define discipleship as being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus and doing as he did. This is a life long journey in which we are all students, apprentices and followers of his way. Once we have encountered Jesus we need to build a relationship with him and a life that is focused upon him. Our diocesan vision is to become a rejuvenating community of Jesus-centred, kingdom-seeking disciples.
Most of these courses are best experienced in a group with an experienced leader.
The Practicing the Way Course
This eight-session course uses the material produced by John Mark Comer in his excellent book Practicing the Way. There is a companion guide which is useful for note taking and free video resources. The sessions cover following Jesus, formation, practices, suffering and healing, crafting a rule of life and life together. This is backed up by an excellent website with further resources and lots of videos and podcasts.
The Prayer Course
Produced by Pete Greig and 24/7 Prayer this eight-week course is an excellent introduction to the practice of prayer. Starting with Why Pray? the course then goes on to introduce seven different types of prayer. There are free videos for each session as well as a PDF for the course leader. Then there are follow on courses on unanswered prayer and quiet times as well as connections to the apps such as Lectio 365.
The Bible Course
For those wanting to get to grips with how to read the Bible this course is a great introduction to the whole range of biblical content produced by the Bible Society. Hosted by Dr Andrew Ollerton, a new edition in 2025 provides personal stories as well as the great overview and framework to understand how the Bible is put together. Free videos and digital hub with guide book for each course participant.
Living Faith
Living Faith is a learning opportunity for anyone wishing to expand their understanding and experience of the Christian faith. The full course comprises three modules per year for two years, however this is a flexible discipleship course allowing you to take as many modules as you wish. Courses are held at different venues around the Diocese.
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For further courses please contact our Ministry and Discipleship Team. We can supply links to course on various topics.
Email Neil Smart with your specific requirements.
