CBOQ pastors and leaders, you are invited to join CBOQ for a webinar series especially designed with you in mind. Each month we’ll guide you through topical discussions with practical next steps and resources that will help you navigate the COVID reality.
Sign up below and spend an hour each month in the company of leaders and churches like yours who want to navigate well the challenges and opportunities before us.
Never has listening been such an important practice particularly as we consider indigenous issues. For us to redress the legacy with action, listening must proceed all we do. Considering the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s report and the ’94 Calls To Action’ we all have an opportunity to listen and learn together. As we do this what are we to understand, and how might we respond?
The ethos, and delivery of ministry and evangelism can unwittingly be characterized by unhelpful approaches. What are the key elements to consider when seeking to connect with our communities today? What shifts will we need to make to overcome a malaise in evangelism? How important is it for us to understand and adapt to cultural differences?
In many Muslim countries God is using dreams to speak to people resulting in amazing stories of transformation. What does the Bible say about dreams and their purpose? How can dreams be an avenue for missional engagement? Could God use dreams to reach people in Canada today?
Understanding and connecting to the community is an essential aspect for any church that wants to stay alive and relevant today. How can we get to know our community? What are the steps for a church wants to engage with their community and how can we stay flexible enough to respond to the need around us?
Some church goers found the pandemic gave them time to rediscover the important things in life while others endured a deeply stressful time. Did the church get it right? How have you responded? Video here
What do we need to embrace and what do we need to avoid now?
In a bid to avoid excesses of spiritual warfare many churches ignore evade or underestimate the realities of the spiritual battle. What might a balanced approach look like and how can the church develop appropriate responses today?
Now more than ever we need to be concerned for the longevity of our ministries. How can we have good boundaries today and what can we learn from those who have not had healthy boundaries? Video here
Why does this moment call for a reshaping of the church and how can we embrace the opportunities before us?
When churches closed some people missed the in-person gatherings and struggled to worship at home while others discovered a new found freedom of online services. Did the church get it right? How have you responded?
How do we know when effective communication has taken place? How can we best get our message across? What kinds of tools are available to help us? Video here Read the summary
How do pastors and leaders practice self-care when there are so many demands?
