Getting Growing ...

We had the official 'launch' of Growing Disciples on Saturday 8th May, at the Congregational federation Assembly, and it was great to see a good number of people and churches showing an active interest.

So what should you do if you're interested?

1) A Sample booklet is now available, and will be sent to every CF church shortly, together with an Order Form
2) There is also a Question and Answer sheet, which answers several 'frequently asked questions' - a copy of this is available on the resource website - linked from this site - cfgoingdeeper.wordpress.com
3) There is also a flyer/covering letter, explaining what to do - but basically it's a matter of discussing it at Church Meeting, deciding if it's a resource which could help you (ask me any extra questions you have, by emailing growingdisciples@googlemail.com), and then ordering an appropriate number of packs (£5 per person) from the Congregational Federation offices (take the link to the CF website from this site)
4) Although you can order packs from now, they won't be sent until July, as some of the materials and booklets are still in production, but we suggest your church could plan to use the programme from the autumn ...
5) Perhaps just start with Phase 1: Introduction (2 sessions) + Phase 2: Growing as a Learning Community (3 sessions), during the autumn season, and come back to the next phases in the new year? We are hoping to get 'advocates' for the programme in each CF Area, to help support churches and encourage them in the process - but it's important that each church works out the best way to use the materials in your situation.
6) So, see what you think ... ask for encouragement or support ... or just go for it!

Thanks for your interest and encouragement!