Vision & Mission

An ever expanding Kingdom

An ever expanding Kingdom There shall be no end to the increase of His government and of peace, [He shall rule] on the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness from that time forward and forevermore. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will accomplish this. Isaiah 9:7 An ever expanding Kingdom

An ever expanding Kingdom He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but when it has grown it is larger than all the garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.” He told them another parable. “The kingdom of heaven is like leaven that a woman took and hid in three measures of flour, till it was all leavened.” Mat 13:31-33

An ever expanding Kingdom And the word of God continued to increase, and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests became obedient to the faith. Acts 6:7 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Mat 28:18-20 An ever expanding Kingdom

Vision & Mission

What was achieved in 2018? 14 people made first time commitments to Christ Some amazing healings; legs grew, Pete’s eye, hair growing back, shoulders healed, Val’s healing in her stomach. Launched the 4pm service (monthly) – attracting well over 100 people each time. Launched the new Connect Groups First International Day – 184 people attended Baptised 7 people – 220 attended Kitchen has been doubled in size and re-fitted The second kids room downstairs has been extended and re-fitted Considerable progress on the planning application – neighbours met with, surveys carried out, plans drawn up, and application now submitted.

What was achieved in 2018? Held two Alphas The Freedom in Christ course Held the Exploring Membership course and brought approx. 20 people into membership Held the Ladies breakfast, Men’s breakfast, Wine tasting & auction Night, Quiz Night, It’s-a-Treat, and Hope Supper with Stephen Addison Brought Ian into eldership Held the Understanding Domestic Abuse seminar Took 45 to Newday Preached though the Discipleship series Simon Elliott, Terry Virgo, Pete Benton, Dale Barlow and Stephen Addison were visiting preachers Held our largest Carol Service for some years – between 250-300 attending

What was achieved in 2018? Held 9 church lunches Used promotion and advertising more than ever last year Sponsored 5 Ugandan kids kidZone registration revamp and plan for January praise party Important learning – need for good personal boundaries Toy Exchange Hampers – 10 given to families in need Food and vouchers given out to those in need Extended the Gospel Choir Launch of the Prayer Ministry Team

Vision & Mission 2019 - The Background

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To actively pursue planting and growing new Hope Church congregations To actively pursue planting and growing new Hope Church congregations. Initially within the Sevenoaks district, but to be open to going beyond these borders. Within One Year: To establish the current 4pm service as a weekly, dynamic, growing congregation of at least 100 people. Also to ensure the 10am service continues to grow in a healthy way. Establish the connection and rhythm of the 10am and 4pm services. Within the next five years: We should seek out opportunities for at least two new congregations.

To create a church facility that can contain at least 400-500 in one sitting. To aim to achieve this within the next 5 years (completing phases 1 and 2).

Specific CG goals: To increase diverse communities focusing on key ministries including men, women, families and young adults. To ensure smaller communities are provided where everyone is known by name, where they can belong and are cared for. To provide small communities where people eat together, unpack the Sunday teaching and pray for one another. To provide this for everyone who wants it. To increase the number and variety of Connect Groups within the church, to provide ‘home’ and discipleship for all who want small group connection.

One year target – to make the gospel message bigger in Sevenoaks To maximise the gospel opportunities made available through the 4pm service as well as the 10am meeting. Five year target – for Sevenoaks to have been saturated with the gospel message Through additional congregations and larger building. To consider new initiatives: Gospel adverts Prayer card initiative Sevenoaks Summer Fair Christmas Lights ‘switch-on’ event To make the gospel message bigger in Sevenoaks and beyond - ‘it rang out’.

Create a Kingdom Finance team To develop Leadership training and opportunity. To develop Worship leaders and musicians Kids and youth work development. To strengthen our pastoral care offering and structure. To shape ourselves into a hub – a resourcing base - for new congregations, church plants, Connect Groups and other initiatives.

International Vision To encourage and support the church in others parts of the world – especially Europe, and within that a specific focus on Germany. Year one. - In the short-term we will continue to support the Berlin church plant through funding for Pete & Sarah and through Missions Trips - To endeavour to develop stronger links with the Rheinbach church. - To encourage a passion for the church worldwide – especially Europe.

International Vision We will continue to sponsor 5 Ugandan kids through WS Ministries. We also continue to sponsor Jeremy and Laura Webb in SA. Year Five. - To contribute to the New ground church planting push into Europe - To make a significance difference for the gospel in places outside of the UK.

Courses and training in 2019 Alpha. 10-week course run twice this year in January and September. See Ian Lettington Freedom in Christ. 13-week course run from September. See Stephen Wright Exploring Membership. A course for everyone who wants to see what membership of Hope Church means. See Adam Foundations Course. For new Christians or those looking to refresh the basics of the Christian faith. See Adam Mental Health seminar. Half day training on understanding this growing issue. More info to follow New Ground Academy. Two days a week for two years. Training for leaders for potential leaders. See Adam Ashburnham. New Ground churches weekend away in August. Great teaching and opportunity for personal growth. See Jane

1. Catch the Vision of Doing Church Bigger 1. Catch the Vision of Doing Church Bigger. Start to pray and believe God for more salvation, healing for more growth. 01 2. To think about where you can fit and serve – in order to grow personally [join a serving team this year – ie Social Events, Welcome, Tea & Coffee, Worship, Kids work]. 02 3. Find a CG in order to be known and discipled. You will need a small community in a growing church. Seek to help and bless those in your group. 03 4. Think about the courses and training being offered this year. Which one can you engage with? 04 How do I respond?

Believing and Preparing for more Doing Church Bigger Believing and Preparing for more

An ever expanding Kingdom

An ever expanding Kingdom There shall be no end to the increase of His government and of peace, [He shall rule] on the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness from that time forward and forevermore. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will accomplish this. Isaiah 9:7 An ever expanding Kingdom

An ever expanding Kingdom He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but when it has grown it is larger than all the garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.” He told them another parable. “The kingdom of heaven is like leaven that a woman took and hid in three measures of flour, till it was all leavened.” Mat 13:31-33

An ever expanding Kingdom And the word of God continued to increase, and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests became obedient to the faith. Acts 6:7 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Mat 28:18-20 An ever expanding Kingdom