More on Samuel Ajayi Crowther
His story is, indeed, both a triumph and a tragedy--an object lesson in what to do and not to do in western missionary efforts amidst indigenous populations. This captivating YouTube video uses historic photographs and imagery to help tell the story of Ajayi's life and missionary work:
A written account of his life and ministry--and the racism that brought an unjust and untimely end to his ministry:
More on C.S. Lewis's Conversion
'Jack' was, initially, a reluctant convert--his conversion was a slow burn--but his story shows how the Holy Spirit loves to use friendship and conversation to help make disciples. It is relational discipleship at its finest. These two articles from the C S Lewis Institute tell the story Lewis's conversion and growth in Christ:
Fr Steve’s Model for Ministry
Like I admitted Sunday, it’s not very beautiful design-wise…but let me tell you, when all four corners of this pyramid are healthy, vibrant and strong, that church is a beautiful place of disciple-making!
Do you agree with me that Anglican churches tend to major on Worship and Fellowship, but tend to be relatively weaker on Catechesis and Witness? Is that true of our church? If so, what can we do to strengthen where we might be weak?
And here’s the thing: This is not just a good model for church communities but also for us as individuals in our discipleship of Jesus Christ. Ask yourself: Where am I strongest, which of these four? Where do I, personally, excel? Where do I find greatest fulfillment currently in the body of Christ? Where do I need to grow? Where could I be challenged more? Where do I need to bear more fruit?
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