Press Releases23 Feb 16

Foundations Hosts Missional Conversations

Under the banner of Foundations, the Church of Ireland Youth Department (CIYD) recently hosted two ‘missional conversation’ events facilitated by Jonny Baker, Director of Mission Education with CMS Great Britain.

The first event was for clergy and others in church leadership and the second was for young adults from 18–30.  Both events explored the theme of how those with a heart for contextual mission can better bridge the gap between the Church and our culture.

The feedback from participants was that the events were both challenging and provocative and the intention is for more similar ‘missional conversation’ to take place in the future, as part of the Foundations programme for young adults.

Jonny Baker, CMS Director of Mission Education, speaking at the young adults’ event.

Berni Excell discusses her experience of pioneer mission work in Penge, South London.

The audience at the young adults’ event in The Hub.