Meeting with the leadership mentoring group of the ABC has provided interesting insights. The overall philosophy of this denominational region, much the same size as the Scottish Baptist Union, emphasises missionality. This stress, under the leadership of the executive pastor, Charles Rees, has helped serve in transforming this area of Christian witness from one of decline into one of growth. There is a critical self-analysis among the pastors, as they seek to focus together in Lifelong Learning Groups and hold each other accountable. The question, ‘what is the best way to do this’ is constantly before them.
I’m impressed by this drive to be mission centred is giving focus and energy here. May it be so also in Scotland and elsewhere in Europe.
