Journeying with Jesus

Preparing for the Present Our past has prepared us for the presentOur past has prepared us for the present Our present prepares us for the futureOur present prepares us for the future Life isn’t perfectLife isn’t perfect “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10) “Before you criticise a person make sure you walk a mile in their shoes”

How did the early Christians live? Choosing a new Apostle – “we’re a man down”Choosing a new Apostle – “we’re a man down” How do we handle disappointment? Choosing new LeadersChoosing new Leaders Corporate governance Breaking outBreaking out Trying something new Releasing visionReleasing vision Giving our best away

Changes ahead Decisions will need to be madeDecisions will need to be made Future Vision GroupsFuture Vision Groups Vision & Direction: Rosemary Patey Succession Planning: Donovan Gibbons Alternative Options: Mike Ford Key QuestionsKey Questions Where do we believe God is taking us as a church over the next 3 – 5 years? What leadership style, range and depth of experience and qualities are required and what timescales will be involved? What will Church “look like” in the future and how will it affect the way BBC operates?

Changes ahead Church Members will make the decisionsChurch Members will make the decisions Everyone involvedEveryone involved We have timeWe have time We need to pray!We need to pray!

The Challenge “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose” “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose” – Romans 8:28 (NIVUK) 2 Conditions:2 Conditions: We have to love God We have to be called according to His purpose “And we know…”