KNOWING: The Mission of Ivy Church | Knowing • Growing • Going Part 1

In this episode, Anthony Delaney discusses the mission of his church, Ivy, focusing on community outreach and discipleship. He shares insights from the Festival Manchester initiative, the impact of COVID-19 on community engagement, and the importance of developing a discipleship framework called 'Knowing, Growing, Going.' Delaney emphasizes the need for practical steps in discipleship, the role of technology, and the significance of scripture in guiding individuals on their faith journey.

 

Takeaways

• The importance of community outreach in church missions.
• Festival Manchester served as a significant outreach initiative.
• COVID-19 challenged traditional methods of engagement.
• Dog training provided insights into discipleship methods.
• The 'Knowing, Growing, Going' framework is essential for discipleship.
• Church growth requires a balanced approach: up, in, and out.
• Utilizing technology can enhance discipleship efforts.
• Scripture plays a crucial role in understanding faith.
• Practical steps are necessary for effective discipleship.
• Equipping individuals to be disciples is a core mission.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Future Church Podcast
01:21 Festival Manchester: A Community Outreach Initiative
04:35 Reflections on COVID-19 and Community Connection
09:45 Discipleship: The Importance of Follow-Up
14:01 Knowing, Growing, Going: A Discipleship Framework
22:29 Engaging with John's Gospel: A Path to Knowing God
29:04 Conclusion and Call to Action