Journeying with Jesus

Preparing for the Present• Our past has prepared us for the

present• Our present prepares us for the future• Life 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”• How do we handle

disappointment?• Choosing new Leaders• Corporate governance

• Breaking out• Trying something new

• Releasing vision• Giving our best away

Changes ahead• Decisions will need to be

made • Future Vision Groups• Vision & Direction: Rosemary

Patey• Succession Planning: Donovan

Gibbons• Alternative Options: Mike Ford

• Key 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

decisions• Everyone involved• We have time• 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” – Romans 8:28 (NIVUK)• 2 Conditions:• We have to love God• We have to be called according to His

purpose• “And we know…”