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Proximity podcast: Season 3
Welcome to season 3 of the Proximity podcast, diving into urban mission!
Your hub of urban mission resources. Discover blogs, videos, podcasts, teaching and downloadable content created to equip you as you step out on mission in your estate or city.
Blog
Abi Thomas talks about the issues the church is facing with community heroes
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Teaching
Krish Kandiah teches on the power of proximity by examining the story of Ruth
Dai Hankey explores the mandate, ministry and mission of Christ
Andy Hawthorne teaches on the examples of heroes of the faith and Christ
Devotional
Prayers for challenges faced in urban ministry
Sam Ward talks about the value of being intentional in everyday interactions
Tom Grant discusses the importance of fellowship in urban ministry
Welcome to the Proximity podcast season 1 all about urban mission!
Spotlight
Claud Jackson's inspiring testimony of a life transformed by faith.
A series of stories about the local expressions of God’s people and new hope
Matt Brittion talks about his work sharing Mark's Gospel
Tom Grant talks about the link between volunteering on the estate and salvations
Matt Britton talks about the importance of community theatre
Natatlie Williams shares about trying to bridge class divides in the Church
Sarah Small shares on trying to find direction in ministry and life
Duncan Forbes talks about what success looks like in urban ministry