Rest is important, and Psalm 23 shows us it isn’t simply a break from work or routine but that resting is actually a gift from God and it has a purpose.

When I worked in church ministry, I would often be asked if I was the youth or assistant pastor. Sometimes I would let it go, and at other times I felt compelled to say, “Well, actually I’m the Associate Pastor!” For most people, if not all, it didn’t matter, but for me, it was another step up the church corporate ladder from my days working in a church office and students work. Maybe one day I would have the title of Senior Pastor and all the privileges that came with it, like a bigger salary or even better, a bigger office!

On Monday 17th August we hosted an online Precept Leaders Get Together - ReLaunch. This was an opportunity to get together to study God’s Word, provide some feedback on groups, and be encouraged as we look to a new autumn term.

Being a leader in 'normal' times has many challenges. Then with lockdown came the additional challenge of classes no longer able to meet face-to-face. However, with lockdown came a great opportunity. Two leaders share their experience.