Pioneering in Cork, Cloyne and Ross
Following the Diocesan Synod in Cork, Cloyne and Ross, during which Bishop Paul Colton specifically spoke about, commended and prioritised Pioneer Ministry in the diocese, he invited Rob to return to the Diocese in the same month, to delve further into the potential and planning for pioneering.
Rob and Ingrid Brennan spent a day in Cork, leading a workshop for those in the diocese who are already pioneering or interested in what it might look like for them in their specific contexts and diocese. The group consisted of a mixture of lay and ordained leaders.
Discussions revolved around the vision of pioneer ministry as well as how the diocese might release and facilitate new ministries and work in new places. One of the main initial focuses in the diocese will be establishing Diocesan Hubs, which will consist of a group of people to advocate and promote Pioneer Ministry. Work is now beginning within the diocese to discern where these Hubs would be best placed.
If you are interested in facilitating a workshop like this in your diocese, we would love to hear from you and discuss next steps. Get in touch at info@pioneerministry.org to begin the conversation.
