Zoom Gatherings

Throughout the year, we host occasional Zoom gatherings for those serving in rural churches.

These are simple, informal spaces to listen, reflect, and be encouraged shaped by real rural ministry and led by those serving on the ground.

There’s no cost to attend, and no expectation to speak, just come as you are.

What to Expect

  • A short input from a guest serving in rural ministry

  • Space to reflect on faithfulness, mission, and church life

  • Time to listen, learn, and pray together

  • A relaxed lunchtime format (about an hour)

Upcoming Zoom Gatherings

Jonathan Bond (20th January)

Jonathan Bond, Small Churches Director for the FIEC

  • Tuesday 20th January

  • 12:00–1:00pm

  • Online (Zoom)

A lunchtime conversation shaped by Jonathan’s experience supporting small and rural churches across the UK.

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Rob Parson and Matt Coates (10th February)

Matt Coates is the first Rural Project resident, working alongside Rob Parson at Wooler Evangelical. We’ll be finding out how their first year has gone and what advice they’d give for others involved in this kind of ministry.

  • Tuesday 10th February

  • 12:00–1:00pm

  • Online (Zoom)

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John Hindley (21st April)

John Hindley, Pastor of BroadGrace Church

  • Tuesday 21st April

  • 12:00–1:00pm

  • Online (Zoom)

John will reflect on gospel ministry, faithfulness, and encouragement from the perspective of local church leadership.

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Rob Scothern (15th September)

Rob Scothern, Pastor of Peak Trinity Church

  • Tuesday 15 September

  • 12:00–1:00pm

  • Online (Zoom)

A reflective lunchtime session drawing on Rob’s experience in rural church leadership and church planting.

We’ll share joining details nearer the time.

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