Shows
In:Dependence2024: Year in Review (with Adrian Reynolds and John Stevens)What have been the trends in the world and in church life during 2024? How can they help us look forward to 2025?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) and John Stevens (National Director) look back over the year gone by and discuss how it can help us think about church life going into 2025.
You can watch a video of this episode and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.
Show notes
Lessons from the Global Church (fiec.org.uk)
A Small Part of t...
2024-12-1934 min
In:DependencePublic Square Debates, Abuse in the Church, and Disqualifying Demeanors // In the NewsHow should we conduct debates in the public square? Could abuse happen in FIEC churches? Should past actions disqualify you from present service?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the stories in the news over the past fortnight.
You can watch a video of this episode and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.
Show notes
On the Journey Into Ministry (fiec.org.uk)
Journeys 2025 (fiec.org.uk)
Pl...
2024-11-2935 min
In:DependenceMiddle East Conflict, Church Abuse, and Catastrophising // In the NewsHow do we keep praying for the Middle East? What lessons are there from recent church abuse scandals? Why should we try to stay optimistic?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), John Stevens (FIEC National Director), and Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) discuss the stories in the news over the past weeks.
You can get the show notes and more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website: https://fiec.org.uk/resources/middle-east-conflict-church-abuse-and-catastrophising.
Show notes
FIEC Leaders' Conference 2024 (fiec.org.uk)
The Evangelism Conference (fi...
2024-10-0433 min
FIEC 2024 National ConferenceMen & Women in FIEC - ComplementarianismJane Tooher & Andrew Heard - Men & Women in FIEC - Complementarianism
2024-10-011h 18
In:DependenceWhat to Expect at the 2024 FIEC Leaders' ConferenceOur Leaders' Conference this year is exploring healthy church leadership by looking to Jesus, the Good Shepherd, and learning to love like Jesus.
In this episode, Phil Topham (Executive Director) and Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) discuss what you can expect from the conference: the theme, the programme, the speakers, the seminars and tracks, the venue, and the post-conference event.
Book before the end of September to get an advance discount.
Show notes
2024 FIEC Leaders' Conference - book now (fiec.org.uk)
The Ministry of Administration (with Gavin Smith) (fiec.org.uk...
2024-07-1230 min
In:DependenceChurch Policies: Mere Distraction or Essential Ministry? (with Becky Thomas and Gavin Smith)Church governance and policies can feel like a distraction from gospel ministry. How can we see them in their rightful place as part of that ministry itself?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director) is joined by Becky Thomas (FIEC Church Governance Advisor) and Gavin Smith (Christchurch Newport and The Church Office) to discuss why church policies are important to ministry and how churches can get help to put them in place for the good of their people and the good of the gospel.
You can watch a video of this...
2024-04-2234 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersCan We Trust God's Justice? // Paul Mallard & Sarah Allen // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023The Bible tells us that God loves justice (Psalm 99:4). But is it intrinsic to his very nature? Can we be sure?
In this seminar, Paul Mallard, FIEC Director for the West Midlands and chair of the FIEC Theology Team, and Sarah Allen, a pastor's wife in Huddersfield and member of the FIEC Theology Team, explore the topic of God's justice.
They explain how John Owen changed his mind on the subject and why it has massive theological and pastoral implications for us today.
You can watch a video of this seminar recording and...
2024-04-0257 min
In:DependenceBoring Leaders, Secular Neutrality, and Ramadan at King's Cross // In the NewsIs there something to say for being a boring leader? How is the secular world struggling to stay neutral? Why did King's Cross celebrate Ramadan?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), John Stevens (FIEC National Director), and Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) discuss stories in the news over the past fortnight.
00:00 - Introduction00:35 - FIEC conferences03:26 - The Everything Conference and Affinity07:59 - The death of Colin Hart11:26 - Leo Varadkar resigns17:06 - Boring leaders22:02 - Scottish Parliament and secular neutrality25:01 - Ramada...
2024-03-2232 min
In:Dependence2023: Year in Review (with Adrian Reynolds and John Stevens)In the final episode of In:Dependence in 2023, Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) and John Stevens (National Director) take a look back at the encouragements and challenges for FIEC and FIEC churches over the past year.
Show notes
A Passion for Life (apassionforlife.org.uk)
Different, Yet the Same: Is Complementarianism Unjust? (fiec.org.uk)
Embracing Complementarianism (Book Review) (fiec.org.uk)
Thrive 2024 (fiec.org.uk)
Ministry Wives Retreat 2024 (fiec.org.uk)
The Hub 2024 (fiec.org.uk)
You can watch a video of this episode and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC w...
2023-12-2037 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Beginning and the End // James Mildred and Pete Killingley // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023How can the church be a clear voice when it comes to beginning and end-of-life issues such as abortion and euthanasia?
James Mildred, Director of Communications and Engagement at Christian Action, Research, and Education (CARE), and Pete Killingley, Head of Church Engagement at CARE, explain what the current challenges are, and help us think about how a right view of justice enables us to speak up.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our m...
2023-12-061h 07
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersPursuing Justice With the Heart of Jesus // Inonge Siluka // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Much of what passes for the pursuit of justice can be tinged with a hint (or more) of cultural superiority. How can we serve people well without becoming paternalistic or colonial?
In this seminar, Inonge Siluka, founder of Restored Hope Zambia, will help us see how actions and words can often be unwise and misunderstood and how we can serve others thoughtfully, wisely and carefully, following in the footsteps of our Master.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches...
2023-12-0640 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersRighteousness and Race // Jason Roach // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023What place does the church have in bringing healing to a fractured world when it comes to race?
In this seminar, Jason Roach, Director of Ministries at London City Mission, explores how the church can both lead the way in how it relates to all its members but also speak clearly and winsomely into a debate which is often divisive and sometimes bitter.
The seminar was introduced by Johnny Prime (FIEC Director for Pastoral Support).
You can order a copy of Jason's book Healing the Divides from The Good Book Company.
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2023-12-0656 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice in the World // Graham Beynon // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023
There is both a long history and much debate about working for justice in the world around us.
In this seminar, Graham Beynon, FIEC Head of Local Ministries, clarifies the key issues, sketches the territory, and helps churches navigate their way forward.
An audience Q&A follows, moderated by Phil Topham, FIEC's Executive Director.
This seminar is from the Digging Deeper seminar track, exploring how the topics from the main gatherings relate to church life, and followed John Stevens' message, Justice Displayed.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
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2023-12-061h 10
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersLoving Our World // Dave Gobbett / FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Can we love and be concerned for God’s creation without going liberal? Or is the caricature valid that we either care for gospel mission or the world, but not both?
In this seminar, Dave Gobbett, pastor of Highfields Church in Cardiff, helps us to see what true stewardship of the world looks like.
You can order a copy of Dave's book The Environment from The Good Book Company.
You can get a copy of the handout from this seminar on the FIEC website.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Co...
2023-12-061h 07
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersHow to Do Nothing // Gavin Smith // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023What administrative and operational burdens do you currently carry? What would happen if you could raise up gifted administrators that would release you from this burden and enhance the work and ministry of the gospel?
Gavin Smith, founder of The Church Office, leads a seminar focused on people, structures, and workflows to help identify some practical areas that could make a difference and explores how you see administration as a spiritual gift in the church.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independ...
2023-12-061h 02
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersAre We Allowed to Disagree About Justice Issues? // Paul Mallard and Panel // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023David VanDrunen’s Living in God's Two Kingdoms gives us one model of how Christians should engage with issues of justice. Is it helpful or are there better models? Are we at liberty to reach different conclusions about cultural engagement and issues of justice?
Paul Mallard, chair of the FIEC Theology Team, hosts this panel discussion with Dan Strange, Bill James, and John Stevens – in the style of “all in the family”.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches w...
2023-12-061h 06
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersResilience: Running the Pastoral Race with Perseverance // Lewis and Sarah Allen // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023How can ministry leaders keep on going in the complexity, frustrations, and suffering of local church life without burning out or becoming cynical?
In this seminar, Sarah Allen and Lewis Allen, both serving at Hope Church in Huddersfield, help leaders think through some helpful steps for pastoral resilience.
You can watch a video of this seminar on the FIEC website.
You can order a copy of Lewis and Sarah's book 'Resilient Faith' from 10ofThose.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About...
2023-12-061h 05
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersWhen Leaders Don't Want to Lead // Peter Dray // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Younger adults seem increasingly reluctant to take on responsibility in the local church. How do we encourage them to see the call to leadership positively?
In this seminar, Peter Dray, one of the directors of UCCF, explores this issue and helps us explore how we can invest in younger leaders, especially when resources are limited.
You can get the slide deck and more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churche...
2023-12-061h 06
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersWhen Dry Law Lives // Edward Connor Solicitors // FIEC Leaders'' Conference 2023We know legal compliance is important, but there is a danger that church policies and procedures are a dry, tick-box exercise, rather than a living reality.
In this seminar, staff from Edward Connor Solicitors aim to change your mind about the law, sharing some top tips about how the law can be worked into your church relationships, to work out righteousness and justice that is evident to all.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and W...
2023-12-061h 19
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersWho are the Widows? // Jonathan Parkinson // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Paul calls Timothy to care for widows who are really in need (1 Timothy 5:3).
Jonathan Parkinson, CEO of Caring for Life, helps us think about who the marginalised groups are today and how we can serve and help them.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part of FIEC links you to a growing number of Indep...
2023-12-0557 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Goal is Equality // Matt Oliver // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023What does it mean to be just as we think about the relationships and partnerships that exist between churches, especially where there are disparities or differences in size, resources, culture and social standing?
Pastor of Hardwick Baptist Church Matt Oliver helps us consider this and think about what can be practically done to overcome such injustice, especially reflecting on 2 Corinthians 8:14.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent ch...
2023-12-0547 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersLooking Further Afield // Steve Palframan // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023How does a right view of the justice of God shape our mission and desire to see the unsaved escape the judgement of God through the mercy of Christ?
Steve Palframan, pastor of West Kilburn Baptist Church in London, explores how applying the paradigm of justice will change the way we think of world mission in particular.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches workin...
2023-12-0541 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersA Place to Belong // Kay Morgan-Gurr // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023How can a right view of justice help a church to be effective as it welcomes those with neurodivergence – such as autism - in both adults and children?
In this seminar, Kay Morgan-Gurr, co-founder of the Additional Needs Alliance, helps us consider what practical and spiritual steps need to be taken to teach the whole church family these important lessons.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent ch...
2023-12-051h 06
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersWhat is Evangelical Theology's Problem With Justice? // Yannick Christos-Wahab and Martin Salter // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Justice issues have long been difficult for evangelicals to grapple with. What is it about our theology that makes it difficult for us to deal well with these important issues?
Yannick Christos-Wahab, Martin Salter, and the FIEC Theology Team help us to consider this question.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ. Being part...
2023-12-051h 09
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersDifferent Yet the Same: Is Complementarianism Unjust? // Linda Allcock // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023How do we answer the powerful claim that complementarianism is inherently unjust? How can we pursue gender justice in the church whilst apparently distinguishing so starkly between those who equally share God’s image?
Linda Allcock, staff member at The Globe Church and teacher at London Seminary’s Flourish course, helps us think through these important questions and see how the answer must include how churches listen well to the voices of women.
The seminar was introduced by Johnny Prime (FIEC Director for Pastoral Support) who also led a Q&A.
You can get a...
2023-12-051h 09
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice in the Church // Graham Beynon // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Having justified his people, God calls his people to be just in their life together.
In this seminar, Graham Beynon, FIEC Head of Local Ministries, looks at Biblical examples, identifies key principles, and reflects on contemporary applications.
An audience Q&A follows, moderated by Phil Topham, FIEC's Executive Director.
This seminar is from the Digging Deeper seminar track, exploring how the topics from the main gatherings relate to church life, and followed Jason Roach's message, Justice Declared.
This seminar is from the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
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2023-12-0555 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice in God // Graham Beynon // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023God is the source of justice and only acts justly in his world. By contrast we so often pervert justice.
In this seminar, Graham Beynon, FIEC Head of Local Ministries, helps us consider how God's justice - and our injustice - changes our perspective and life together.
An audience Q&A follows, moderated by Phil Topham, FIEC's Executive Director.
This seminar is from the Digging Deeper seminar track, exploring how the topics from the main gatherings relate to church life, and followed Ray Brown's message, Justice Denied.
This seminar is from the...
2023-12-011h 02
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersChristians and Politics // Tim Farron and James Mildred // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023The ‘not quite’ election of Kate Forbes as First Minister in Scotland has once again raised the question of whether Christians can get stuck into politics.
Tim Farron, MP and host of Premier’s ‘A Mucky Business’ podcast, and James Mildred, Director of Communications and Engagement at Christian Action, Research, and Education (CARE), will help us understand how we can see politics positively, how we can engage in it constructively and how we can help our congregations do likewise.
Apologies that, due to technical issues, the sound quality of this recording is poor.
This semin...
2023-12-011h 15
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice Done // Colin Adams // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023A place of perfect justice is coming, a place of delight and joy. Injustice will not be remembered, nor need to be, as wrongs are righted.
We will be glad in God and he will be delighted in us. There will be no weeping or crying because God will eliminate the cause of all tears.
So, let us point to the God who will put an end to injustice forever.
We ended our 2023 conference sent out anticipating the great Day of the Lord as Colin Adams (Pastor, Greenview Church, Glasgow) preached from Isaiah 65:17...
2023-11-2731 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice Displayed // John Stevens // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Jesus was sent in the power of the Spirit to proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God to the world, and now his people are too.
The church needs to be the just community it is called to be.
John Stevens (FIEC National Director) preached from Isaiah 61:1-11 to show how the work of the church is not simply to enjoy God’s justice, but to display it to the world as servants of Christ.
This talk is from the fourth of five main gatherings at the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in...
2023-11-2741 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice Demanded // Matt Oliver // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Isaiah wrote: "You who call on the Lord, give yourselves no rest, and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem and makes her the praise of the earth." (Isaiah 62:6-7)
Matt Oliver (Pastor, Hardwick Baptist Church) preached from Isaiah 62 to boldly encourage us to give God “no rest” as we gathered to pray for gospel work in our churches and our land at our Leaders' Conference.
This talk is from the third of five main gatherings at the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
You can watch a video of t...
2023-11-2724 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice Declared // Jason Roach // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023Jason Roach (Director of Ministries, London City Mission) helps us see how the justice of God is declared in the work of the cross and justification, preaching from Isaiah 52:13-53:12.
Jesus is the servant that Isaiah spoke of, who would bring true justice to the world. He is a wise servant, who was also despised and suffered as our substitute.
He was cut off so that his people could be justified, and be freed to be justice bringing hands in the world.
This talk is from the second of five main gatherings at...
2023-11-2738 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJustice Denied // Ray Brown // FIEC Leaders' Conference 2023The foundation for our 2023 conference was to understand and rejoice in the character of God – and in particular his justice. He will do and does do right in his world.
Ray Brown opened the conference by preaching from Isaiah 1:21-31: that God’s wrath at the failure of his people to exercise justice reveals the deep heart of the Father, and that the promised restoration and transformation brings hope.
This talk is from the first of five main Gatherings at the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 6-8 November 2023.
You can watch a vide...
2023-11-2735 min
In:DependenceCovid Inquiry, Leaders' Conference, and Q&A // In the NewsHow should leadership decisions be made? What happened at the Leaders' Conference? How do you include the news in preaching?
In this live episode, recorded at the 2023 FIEC Leaders' Conference, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss topics in the new over the past few weeks, the conference itself, and questions submitted from the live audience.
00:00 - Intro00:48 - UK Covid-19 Inquiry: how are decisions made?15:59 - Gathering for the FIEC Leaders' Conference24:48 - Matthew Perry and addiction28:59 - Shoul...
2023-11-1549 min
In:DependenceWe Are All Theologians (with Paul Mallard)What makes someone a theologian? What is theology's place in church life? Why does FIEC have a Theology Team?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) and Paul Mallard (FIEC Director for the West Midlands and Chair of the FIEC Theological Team) discuss theology, what makes someone a theologian, and theology's place in church life. They also talk about the plans for the newly re-established FIEC Theology Team.
00:00 - Introduction
01:36 - What is theology?
06:42 - Theology for believers and unbelievers
09:04 - Biblical, systematic...
2023-09-2732 min
In:DependenceMisogyny in Football, Clergy Survey, and Building Responsibilities // In the NewsWhat are our responsibilities with our church buildings? What is the answer to misogyny at the Women's World Cup? What can we learn from a survey of Church of England clergy?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (National Director) discuss the big stories in the news from the past weeks.
00:00 - Introduction
02:48 - Responsibilities with buildings
12:43 - The Women's World Cup Final and misogyny in football
19:40 - Survey of clergy in the Church of England
2023-09-0130 min
In:DependenceClarifying Our Fellowship (with Ian Jones)The proposed changes to FIEC's Doctrinal Basis, Ethos Statement, and Constitution are designed to clarify our beliefs and fellowship in the current cultural context.
In this episode, Phil Topham (Executive Director), Ian Jones (Chair of the FIEC Trust Board), and Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) discuss the proposed changes to the Doctinral Basis, Ethos Statment on Women in Ministry, and Constitution. They talk about why the changes are being considered and respond to some of the feedback from FIEC churches.
You can read more about the proposed changes on the FIEC website.
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2023-07-1233 min
In:DependenceAnti-Gay Laws, Trump's Arrest, and Man City Envy // In the NewsWhat is a pastoral response to anti-gay laws in Uganda? Is anyone above the law? How can we fight against envy?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past few weeks.
00:00 - Introduction00:26 - Reporting from FIEC Local Conferences05:13 - The FIEC Trust Board06:59 - Reaction to sexuality laws in Uganda13:38 - Pastoral response to laws on sexuality17:18 - Pastoring same-sex couples in the...
2023-06-0933 min
In:DependenceFox News, Jaguar Land Rover, and the True Cross // In the NewsWhat does the Fox News Dominion lawsuit teach us about truth? How important is your church name? How significant are fragments of the True Cross at the coronation?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past fortnight.
00:00 - Introduction
00:46 - Review of Word Alive
03:55 - FIEC 100th Anniversary Service
08:26 - The Fox News Dominion lawsuit and false messages
14:36 - Why do conspiracy theories gain traction?
17:47 - Jaguar Land Rover a...
2023-04-2131 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersFIEC Distinctives: our Ethos StatementsFIEC churches unite around our Doctrinal Basis, but they also agree to our Ethos Statements which bring clarity to our life and ministry as a Fellowship: gospel unity; women in ministry; and same sex marriage.
FIEC was founded in 1922 to be Independent churches united by primary gospel truths but with diversity on secondary issues.
That unity has always been defined by the FIEC Doctrinal Basis but, since 1922, FIEC churches have adopted three ethos statements about key issues which they thought necessary to take a stand. These statements are crucial to gospel faithfulness and are essential to...
2023-03-301h 25
In:DependenceBONUS: Thrive & Ministry Wives Retreat 2023 (with Elinor Magowan)Two conferences coming up in May aim to encourage and equip women in ministry and those married to men in ministry.
In this bonus episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) is joined by Elinor Magowan (FIEC Director for Women's Ministry) to talk about two conferences coming up in May: Thrive for women in ministry and Ministry Wives Retreat for women married to men in ministry.
00:00 - Introduction
02:29 - Thrive: a conference for women in ministry
05:47 - Teaching from Revelation
09:43 - Ministry Wives Retreat
14:10 - Teaching from...
2023-03-0118 min
In:DependenceNatural Disasters, War in Ukraine, and Worldliness in the Church // In the NewsHow can we answer questions about suffering? What is a right response to the ongoing war in Ukraine? How do we avoid worldliness creeping into our churches?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news this week.
00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria
03:45 - Answering questions about God allowing suffering
07:25 - Luke 13 and human suffering
08:54 - The ongoing war in Ukraine
17:00 - The...
2023-02-1032 min
In:DependenceSame Sex Blessings, Integrity in Government, and the Value of WorkWill same sex blessings in the Church of England bring unity? Is there integrity in the government? How much should Christians value work?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past weeks.
00:00 - Introduction
00:22 - Energised by The Hub
02:22 - Same sex blessings in the Church of England
08:45 - Unity at all costs?
17:50 - Should churches include their position on marriage in their...
2023-01-2733 min
In:DependenceFIEC in 2023To kick off the new year, Phil Topham and Adrian Reynolds discuss what's coming up in 2023 for FIEC and how FIEC can help churches to work together to reach Britain for Christ.
00:00 - Introduction
00:52 - Cultural and church trends in 2023
04:05 - How can FIEC help churches in 2023?
08:52 - Helping 'lay leaders'
13:25 - Staff changes at FIEC
17:53 - 2023 Local Conferences
19:11 - 2022 and 2023 Leaders' Conferences
22:19 - Plans for In:Dependence in 2023
27:33 - Celebrating 100 years of FIEC
Resources mentioned in this episode
Developing a Healthy Leadership Culture - seminar...
2023-01-0932 min
In:DependenceChristianity and the Church in 2022 BritainAfter Covid, war in Europe, "wokeism", and more, how has life changed in 2022? And what effects has this year had on church ministry in Britain?
In this episode, Adrian Reynolds and John Stevens review the year, discuss what Britain looks like in 2022, and explore what effect it has had on church ministry.
00:00 - Introduction
01:06 - Going into 2022's 'new normal'
10:33 - War in Europe and economic downturn
13:10 - How does instability in the world impact church ministry?
15:37 - Christians going more local
18:15 - The language of 'woke'
23:19 - FIEC...
2022-12-2034 min
FIEC Resources for Church Leaders“The Law is an Ass!” or is it, in Fact, an Asset to Churches? // Edward Connor Solicitors, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarToo often we think about legal requirements in terms of restricting ministry, but in the current climate we need to see how good legal compliance can actually do the opposite; it will help contribute to a healthy church culture which enables gospel ministry and - in human terms – allows it to flourish.
This seminar with our friends at Edward Connor Solicitors helps church leaders to understand how good legal practice equates to flourishing ministries across three key areas affecting churches: charity law, property law, and employment law.
This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference he...
2022-12-081h 17
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersDeveloping a Healthy Leadership Culture // Richard & Carolyn Lacey, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarThere has – rightly – been a lot of focus on some high-profile abuse in leadership. Many of us are wondering whether we have to rethink our own leadership styles and approaches.
Richard and Carolyn Lacey (Woodgreen Church, Worcester) will discuss the foundational principles underpinning a healthy leadership culture and explore how we make progress in our own leadership and helping others in our church grow as leaders.
Download the handout.
This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent chur...
2022-12-0751 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersJoys and Challenges of Smaller Church Life // Jonathan Bond, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarMany churches in the FIEC are ‘smaller’, with memberships of less than 35. Although some of these churches are in decline, being smaller does not necessarily mean being unhealthy.
Jonathan Bond (FIEC Director for Smaller Churches) helps leaders of smaller churches be reminded of the joys and think about dealing with the challenges of serving in this context.
Also, from a smaller church perspective, how to help leaders of larger churches better understand how to help them without it appearing like imposing.
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2022-12-071h 06
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersChrist, Trauma, Abuse, and the Church // Phil Swann, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarAn increasing number of church members have suffered trauma of one kind or another, including abuse of power within churches themselves. We need to know how to minister the grace of Christ to these saints without re-traumatising them.
Phil Swann, pastor at Llanelli Free Evangelical Church in West Wales and facilitator of the Soul Care Network in the Wales Leadership Forum, will help leaders of all kinds chart a better course.
This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
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2022-12-071h 09
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersFinding the Right Hills to Die On // Mike Kendall, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarIf we are to develop meaningful partnerships, how do we do so when so many differences exist between churches? Are our differences all of the same kind? And how do we navigate the challenge of being clear on secondaries, without letting them become primary?
Inspired by the book of the same title, Mike Kendall, pastor at St Neots Evangelical Church, will explore how we ensure that we are finding the right hills to die on.
With help from a pre-recorded interview with author Gavin Ortlund. You can listen to more of this this interview on...
2022-12-0738 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersCreating Meaningful Partnerships Across Cultures // Yannick Christos-Wahab, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarWe are most comfortable developing partnerships with people like us. But we need to recognise that such narrowness is not only unbiblical, it is severely limiting.
In this seminar, Yannick Christos-Wahab (pastor at Stockwell Baptist Church in London) helps us explore what we need to look out for, what attitudes are necessary, and what realism we need to integrate alongside gospel optimism.
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2022-12-0747 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersMaintaining Church Unity in a Complex World // Colin Adams, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarChurches have often experienced sharpening divisions internally, for example, in how to respond to the Covid crisis. Sometimes elderships have been sharply divided.
Colin Adams, pastor at Greenview Church in Glasgow, helps leaders think about developing perception and wisdom in our increasingly complex world.
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This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with...
2022-12-0657 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersDeveloping Meaningful National Partnerships // Tim Manson and Peter Roberts, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarOne of the strengths of the FIEC is the ability to gather and facilitate local partnerships. But that also means that we are weaker at developing partnerships that are outside of geographic areas yet equally meaningful.
Tim Manson (Gunnersbury Baptist Church, London) and Pete Roberts (Trinity Church, Everton, Merseyside) will share their experience of partnership from the South-East to North-West, and explore how such partnerships could develop elsewhere.
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This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
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2022-12-061h 02
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersDeveloping Meaningful Local Partnerships // Paul Gamston, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarIf we are to work together to reach Britain for Christ, our churches and leaders must have meaningful local partnerships which are based on trust.
Paul Gamston, pastor at South Craven Evangelical Church in North Yorkshire, helps us answer how such trust can be developed and built on for effective church ministry.
This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches...
2022-12-0645 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersComplementarianism in Practice // Paul Rees and Rachel Sloan, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarWe may have attended many seminars and read many books on complementarianism; but how should it work in practice?
Paul Rees and Rachel Sloan – both part of the pastoral team at Charlotte Chapel in Edinburgh – make connections with bible principles and church practice, including challenging some of our assumed orthopraxy when it comes to valuing and releasing the ministry of women in our local churches.
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This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
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2022-12-0655 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersEngaging with Issues in an Unbelieving World // Sharon James, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarWe increasingly find ourselves at odds with the world on ethical and moral issues, whether this be abortion, gender issues, freedom of speech or discrimination.
Sharon James from The Christian Institute gives an overview of the current issues and helps church leaders think how to respond, including how we lead our churches through these issues.
This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
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2022-12-061h 01
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersCurrent Challenges in the Doctrine of the Church // Graham Beynon, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarSome of the current scandals in the evangelical (and wider) Christian world are shaking our ecclesiological convictions.
Graham Beynon, pastor of Grace Church Cambridge, explores the challenges we are facing and what we can do to address them.
This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
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About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to...
2022-12-061h 06
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersIndependency Yesterday, Today, and for the Future // Robert Strivens, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference seminarIn Britain, Independency as a movement had its origins in relation to the question of the relationship between church and state. This has shaped the kind of independency that has arisen.
FIEC Pastors’ Network member Robert Strivens (Bradford-on-Avon Baptist Church, Wiltshire) helps us see that Independency remains a biblically convictional position that sets us up well for ministry in our context.
This seminar is from the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022.
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2022-12-061h 04
In:DependenceTo the Only God Our Saviour (Julian Hardyman, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference)We should fear stumbling. When we do, we have a promise from him who can keep us from stumbling.
Julian Hardyman (pastor at Eden Baptist Church in Cambridge) preaches the beautiful doxology at the end of Jude.
This talk is from the fifth of five main Gatherings at the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website.
About FIEC: We are a fellowship of Independent churches with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to...
2022-11-2325 min
In:DependenceMake Much of Jesus (Andy Paterson, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference)What should be the heartbeat of a church? It should be the preaching of Christ.
Andy Paterson, FIEC Director for Mission, preaches from Colossians 1:15-23 and 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 on the centrality of mission for the church in the last days, and our motivation as the beauty, glory, and wonder of Christ himself.
This talk is from the fourth of five main Gatherings at the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022. You can watch a video of this talk on the FIEC website.
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2022-11-2329 min
In:DependencePartnership in the Last Times (Andy Hunter, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference)New Testament partnership is more than a pragmatic aid to mission. It is part of the mission.
The book of Jude helps us to be realistic about division in the church and to fight against it for gospel effectiveness, and Philippians 4:14-20 shows an example of what that looks like. The FIEC was founded on the basis of this need to work together and support one another.
Andy Hunter, FIEC Director for Scotland and North of England, speaks on the power of partnership.
He is joined on stage by Ian Williamson (elder, New...
2022-11-2337 min
In:DependenceThe Most Holy Faith (Paul Mallard, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference)The challenges facing the church shift from generation to generation, but our call is always to remain faithful and watchful. So, what theology do we need to contend for the faith today?
Paul Mallard (former pastor, Widcombe Baptist Church) leads us in thinking about the importance of rejoicing in and affirming our core doctrinal convictions, and passing them on to the next generation. With input from Dan Strange (Director of Crosslands Forum).
This talk is from the second of five main Gatherings at the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference held in Blackpool from 7-9 November 2022. You can...
2022-11-2333 min
In:DependenceContending for the Faith (John Stevens, 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference)For 100 years, FIEC has enabled Independent churches to contend together for the faith once and for all delivered to the saints. In succeeding generations the presenting challenges have changed.
United by our doctrinal basis we have stood firm against theological liberalism, Roman Catholicism, structural ecumenism, and separatist fundamentalism. Today, just as in Jude’s day, we must fight against apostate false teachers who have turned the grace of God into a licence for sexual immortality, promoting the acceptance of same-sex sexual relationships.
Jude 1-16 assures us that we should not be surprised by this challenge, an...
2022-11-2339 min
In:DependenceAutumn Budget, the World Cup in Qatar, and the Bishop of OxfordHow do we care for churches in a cost of living crisis? How can we support persecuted Christians in Qatar? How do we respond to Anglican bishops supporting same-sex marriage?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director), discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past few weeks.
00:00 - Introduction
00:51 - The Autumn Bidget, cost of living, and political honesty
13:31 - Criticism of the World Cup in Qatar
19:21 - Church of England...
2022-11-1833 min
In:DependenceDo Churches Need a Complaints Policy? (with Paul Harrison)Having a clear complaints policy helps people in churches to listen to each other well and deal with problems that come along.
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director) and Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries) are joined by Paul Harrison (Christian Safeguarding Services) to talk about dealing with complaints in church and the new Complaints Policy template FIEC has commissioned.
00:00 - Introduction
01:55 - Why do churches need a complaints policy?
04:34 - Isn't Matthew 18 enough?
07:34 - The FIEC church Complaints Policy template
13:40 - Avoiding a cover-up
2022-11-1732 min
In:DependenceRishi Sunak, Repressive Regimes, and Jürgen KloppHow do we respond to another new Prime Minister? Should Christians boycott the World Cup in Qatar? How can we learn from Jürgen Klopp's leadership?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past fortnight.
00:00 - Introduction
00:50 - Rishi Sunak, another new Prime Minister
06:19 - How should we respond to a Hindu PM?
11:39 - Oppressive and repressive regimes around the world (Iran and Qatar)
2022-10-2830 min
In:DependenceMermaids Criticism, the State of Theology, and Conspiracy TheoriesIs criticism of transgender ideology growing? What can we learn from the beliefs of US evangelicals? How should we respond to conspiracy theories?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past two weeks.
00:00 - Introduction
00:20 - Responding to government uncertainty
05:55 - The ideology and practice of Mermaids under criticism
13:03 - Lessons from the State of Theology in the US
19:36 - Alex Jones and t...
2022-10-1430 min
In:DependenceServing Women at the FIEC Leaders' Conference (with Rachel Sloan)Women in any kind of leadership role in the church are welcome at the FIEC Leaders' Conference. There are various ways that we are planning to serve them at the 2022 conference, including a special lunch and seminar.
In this episode of In:Dependence, Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of Local Ministries) and Rachel Sloan (FIEC Director for Women's Ministry) chat about the plans to serve women at the 2022 Leaders' Conference, and how to make the most of the conference in general.
00:00 - Introduction
01:20 - 'Complementarianism in Praatice'
08:10 - 'Women in Ministry Track'
10:53...
2022-10-1129 min
In:DependenceThe Queen's Funeral, Swearing on the Bible, and Lessons from WarfareHow should we prepare for the Queen's funeral? Is swearing on the Bible biblical? What lessons does the war in Ukraine have for Christians?
In this episode, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss the big stories in the news over the past two weeks.
00:00 - Introduction
00:31 - A week of reflection on Queen Elizabeth II
08:48 - Praying for the Queen's funeral
12:05 - Swearing on the Bible
16:19 - Life after the death of the Queen
18:57 - A turning...
2022-09-1632 min
In:DependenceKeeping the Lights On (FIEC Leaders' Conference 2022)Church leaders will once again join in person for the annual FIEC Leaders' Conference in November 2022.
In this episode of In:Dependence, Joel Murray (Communications and Media Officer) discusses the 2022 FIEC Leaders' Conference with Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries) to find out what this year's themes are and who will be speaking and leading seminars.
You can find out more about the conference and book your place at https://fiec.org.uk/LC2022. Watch a video of this episode at https://fiec.org.uk/resources/keeping-the-lights-on.
00:00 - Introduction
02:32 - Who is...
2022-06-0735 min
In:DependenceEastern European Churches, Abuse in the SBC, and the Fear of MarriageHow have churches across wider Europe responded to Ukraine? What do we do with the news of abuse in the US? Why are people afraid of getting married?
In this episode of In:Dependence, Phil Topham (Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past fortnight.
00:00 - News from the European Leadership Forum in Poland
04:19 - The response of the church in Europe to Ukrainian refugees
07:25 - Abuse in the Southern Baptist Conventions
14:38 - Nurturing a heal...
2022-05-2733 min
In:DependenceConversion Therapy Ban, Opposing War, and Public ImageWhat can church leaders learn from the confusion over the conversion therapy ban, and how can they pastor people who are being impacted?
Should leaders be more vocal in opposition to the war in Ukraine?
How important is public image in leadership?
In this episode, Phil Topham (FIEC Executive Director), Adrian Reynolds (FIEC Head of National Ministries), and John Stevens (FIEC National Director) discuss some of the big stories in the news over the past week.
Resources mentioned in this episode
Human rights watchdog publishes single-sex spaces guide (bbc.co.uk)
The...
2022-04-0834 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Glorious Future - The Hope (Steve Robinson, 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conference)With the 2021 Leaders' Conferences taking place in five different locations, a local pastor was asked to preach in the second session of each conference on the glorious future of the church.
In Manchester, Steve Robinson, Senior Pastor at Cornerstone Church in Liverpool, preached from 1 Peter 1:3-9 on the hope that the church has for the future.
You can watch or listen to all the talks at the 2021 Leaders' Conferences on the FIEC website.
2021-12-1421 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Glorious Future - The Shepherd (Colin Adams, 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conference)With the 2021 Leaders' Conferences taking place in five different locations, a local pastor was asked to preach in the second session of each conference on the glorious future of the church.
In Edinburgh, Colin Adams, Pastor-Teacher at Greenview Church in Glasgow, preached from Revelation 7:9-17 on God's people and their shepherd in the New Creation.
You can watch or listen to all the talks at the 2021 Leaders' Conferences on the FIEC website.
2021-12-1418 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Glorious Future - The City (Ray Brown, 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conference)With the 2021 Leaders' Conferences taking place in five different locations, a local pastor was asked to preach in the second session of each conference on the glorious future of the church.
In London, Ray Brown, Senior Minister at Grace Church Brockley in London, preached from Psalm 87:1-7 on the heavenly city of God to which the church belongs.
You can watch or listen to all the talks at the 2021 Leaders' Conferences on the FIEC website.
2021-12-1424 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Glorious Future - The Picture (John Russell, 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conference)With the 2021 Leaders' Conferences taking place in five different locations, a local pastor was asked to preach in the second session of each conference on the glorious future of the church.
In Birmingham, John Russell, Lead Minister at Cornerstone Church in Nottingham, preached from Revelation 7:1-17 on the church's protection by God and praises to God.
You can watch or listen to all the talks at the 2021 Leaders' Conferences on the FIEC website.
2021-12-1422 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Glorious Future - The Bride (Jonathan Thomas, 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conference)With the 2021 Leaders' Conferences taking place in five different locations, a local pastor was asked to preach in the second session of each conference on the glorious future of the church.
In Cardiff, Jonathan Thomas, Pastor of Cornerstone Church in Abergavenny, preached from Ephesians 5:25-33, on the church as the bride of Christ.
You can watch or listen to all the talks at the 2021 Leaders' Conferences on the FIEC website.
2021-12-1418 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Glorious God (Johnny Prime, 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conference)Are we missing God's glory in his provision for the ordinary? At the 2021 Leaders' Conference, we considered how God's glory is seen in the ordinary and sets us free for ministry.
Johnny Prime preached from Exodus 16:7 (and the wider context) at each of the 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conferences to help church leaders see that, although there is nothing ordinary about the glory of God, his glory is seen in the ordinary.
You can watch or listen to the other talks at the 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conferences on the FIEC website.
2021-12-1430 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Glorious Normal (John Stevens, 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conference)We need not a new approach but to keep our heads and continue in the ordinary gospel ministry. At the 2021 Leaders' Conference, we considered what the church's response should be to the change of context after the pandemic.
John Stevens preached from 2 Timothy 3:1 - 4:8 at each of the 2021 FIEC Leaders' Conferences to help church leaders see that we may need to contextualise the gospel but the heart of the message does not change.
You can watch or listen to the other talks at 2021's Leaders' Conference on the FIEC website.
2021-12-1449 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersLeadership and Skillset (Colin Smith, 2019 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Colin Smith, senior pastor of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church in Chicago Illinois, speaking at the 2019 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Colin drew leadership principles from John chapter 10.
You can watch a video of this talk and access further resources on the FIEC website.
2021-11-2448 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersLeadership and Character (Colin Smith, 2019 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Colin Smith, senior pastor of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church in Chicago Illinois, speak at the 2019 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Colin was speaking about the character of a leader from Deuteronomy chapter 17.
You can watch a video of this talk and access further resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.
2021-11-2453 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersLeading a Praying Church (Tope Koleoso, 2014 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Tope Koleoso, lead pastor at Jubilee Church in Enfield, London, speaking at the 2014 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
He was leading a seminar on how to embed prayer into the life of your church.
You can watch a video of this talk and access further resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.
2021-11-2359 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersGrace Under Pressure: "I've failed" (John Risbridger, 2015 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Jon Risbridger, Minister at Above Bar Church in Southampton, speak at the 2015 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
His message was part of a series titled ‘Grace Under Pressure’. He was speaking from John chapter 21 verses 1-23.
You can watch a video of this talk, and access further resources for church leaders, on the FIEC website.
2021-11-2231 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersGrace Under Pressure: "I'm too dirty" (Jeremy McQuoid, 2015 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Jeremy McQuoid, Teaching Pastor at Deeside Christian Fellowship Church in Aberdeen, speak at the 2015 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
His message was part of a series titled ‘Grace Under Pressure’. He was speaking from John chapter 13 verses 1-17.
You can watch a video of this talk, and access further resources for church leaders, on the FIEC website.
2021-11-2233 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersGrace Under Pressure: "It's too hard" (Paul Gamston, 2015 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Paul Gamston, pastor at South Craven Evangelical Church in North Yorkshire, speaking at the 2015 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
His message was part of a series titled ‘Grace Under Pressure’. He was speaking from John chapter 6 verses 60-71.
You can watch a video of this talk, and access further resources for church leaders, on the FIEC website.
2021-11-2232 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersEngaging Evangelism #1 (Ed Stetzer, 2016 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Ed Stetzer, professor and dean at Wheaton College close to Chicago Illinois, speak at the 2016 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
This is the first of two messages in which he helped church leaders grasp a deeper understanding of the theology of evangelism as they seek to minister in a contemporary context.
You can watch a video of this talk, and access further resources for church leaders, on the FIEC website.
2021-11-2254 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersEngaging Evangelism #2 (Ed Stetzer, 2016 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Ed Stetzer, professor and dean at Wheaton College close to Chicago Illinois, speak at the 2016 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
This is the second of two messages in which he helped church leaders grasp a deeper understanding of the theology of evangelism as they seek to minister in a contemporary context.
2021-11-2254 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersDefending Against Defeater Beliefs #2 (Don Carson, 2018 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode, you’ll hear Don Carson, research professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, and president of The Gospel Coalition, speaking at the 2018 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Defeater beliefs are beliefs that defeat other beliefs. As our culture frees itself more and more from Christian moorings, it adopts many defeater beliefs that make Christian witness an increasing challenge. This second of two seminars identifies some of the strongest of the current, clamouring, defeater beliefs, and explores ways of responding to them.
You can watch a video of this talk, and...
2021-11-1958 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersDefending Against Defeater Beliefs #1 (Don Carson, 2018 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode, you’ll hear Don Carson, research professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, and president of The Gospel Coalition, speaking at the 2018 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Defeater beliefs are beliefs that defeat other beliefs. As our culture frees itself more and more from Christian moorings, it adopts many defeater beliefs that make Christian witness an increasing challenge. This first of two seminars identifies some of the strongest of the current, clamouring, defeater beliefs, and explores ways of responding to them.
You can watch a video of this talk and...
2021-11-1955 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersChanged by the Spirit (Tim Chester, 2013 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Tim Chester, pastor at Grace Church Boroughbridge in Yorkshire, speak at the 2013 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Sanctification is the work of the Spirit. What does this look like and how should we encourage people to respond to the Spirit working?
You can access further resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.
2021-11-181h 20FIEC Resources for Church LeadersChanged by Faith (Tim Chester, 2013 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Tim Chester, pastor at Grace Church Boroughbridge in Yorkshire, speak at the 2013 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Colossians 2v6-7 says we grow as Christians in the same way that we first received Christ – through faith. But what does this mean in practice? How does faith lead to change?
You can access further resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.
2021-11-171h 13FIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Greatest Path of Transformation (Thabiti Anyabwile, 2017 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Thabiti Anyabwile, one of the pastors of Anacostia River Church in Washington DC, speak at the 2017 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Thabiti addressed three paths toward becoming a transforming church by the grace and power of God. This is the third of three talks: considering the greatest path of transformation from 2 Corinthians chapter 3.
You can watch a video of this talk, and access further resources for church leaders, on the FIEC website.
2021-11-0449 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Neglected Path of Transformation (Thabiti Anyabwile, 2017 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Thabiti Anyabwile, one of the pastors of Anacostia River Church in Washington DC, speak at the 2017 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Thabiti addressed three paths toward becoming a transforming church by the grace and power of God. This is the second of three talks: considering the neglected path of transformation from Titus 2 and 3.
You can watch a video of this talk, and access further resources for church leaders, on the FIEC website.
2021-11-0448 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersThe Old Path of Transformation (Thabiti Anyabwile, 2017 FIEC Leaders' Conference)In this episode you’ll hear Thabiti Anyabwile, one of the pastors of Anacostia River Church in Washington DC, speak at the 2017 FIEC Leaders’ Conference.
Thabiti addressed three paths toward becoming a transforming church by the grace and power of God. This is the first of three talks: considering the old path of transformation from Acts 2.
You can watch this talk, and find more resources for church leaders, on the FIEC website.
2021-11-0446 minIn:DependenceLifting Your Horizons with FIECIndependent churches are not alone in Christian ministry, and FIEC (Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches) helps them to "lift their horizons" to see the big picture of reaching Britain for Christ.
In this episode, Adrian Reynolds, FIEC Head of National Ministries, is joined by Phil Topham, FIEC Executive Director, and John Stevens, FIEC National Director, to discuss what FIEC is, why a church should be affiliated, and how FIEC works. They also talk about the boundaries to joining FIEC and what kind of churches are part of the fellowship.
00:00 - Introduction
00:20 Why should an...
2021-10-2834 minIn:DependenceThe Glorious Normal (FIEC Leaders' Conferences 2021)The FIEC Leaders’ Conference will look a bit different this year but we’re still looking forward to meeting as a fellowship once again.
In this episode, FIEC Executive Director Phil Topham talks Leaders’ Conference with John Stevens, FIEC National Director, and Adrian Reynolds, FIEC Head of National Ministries.
What are they all about? What is different in 2021? What is their favourite FIEC Leaders’ Conference memory?
00:00 – Introduction
00:26 – What is the FIEC Leaders’ Conference?
02:25 – Leaders’ Conference changes in 2021
04:37 – The 2021 programme
08:04 – Favourite FIEC Leaders’ Conference memories
09:34 – How to book for 2021
09:49 – What’s coming...
2021-10-2711 minIn:DependenceIntroducing In:Dependence, the FIEC PodcastYou can listen to and watch each episode of In:Dependence on the FIEC website.
2021-10-1801 min
FIEC Resources for Church LeadersElisabeth Smyth: 261 Months with FIECElisabeth Smyth retired in September 2020 after more than 20 years of service with the Fellowship, latterly transforming our work amongst women in ministry as our first Women’s Ministry Co-ordinator.
Phil Topham interviews Elisabeth as she recalls some of her experiences during more than 20 years of service and shares her hopes for the future.
You can watch this interview on the FIEC website.
2020-12-1516 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersIntroducing Rachel Sloan: FIEC's New Women's Ministry CoordinatorPhil Topham (FIEC's Executive Director) interviews Rachel Sloan who will become FIEC's new Women's Ministry Coordinator in September.
Find out more about Rachel's appointment on the FIEC website.
2020-08-0611 minFIEC Resources for Church LeadersLockdown Week 15 - A Message to FIEC ChurchesA message from FIEC’s National Director to all FIEC churches as we begin to think about the journey out of lockdown.
You can watch this message on video and read a full transcript on the FIEC website.
2020-07-0310 min