Elim Podcast
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Elim, as one movement with many churches, is as committed as ever to moving together in mission. Our focus remains on our four strategic objectives – growing and planting healthy churches, developing existing and additional leaders, making discipleship a priority and reaching nations.
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Elim PodcastJun 22, 2022
Consecration - Mark Pugh
God builds His kingdom with His kingdom principles. Consecration is the Holy Spirit’s invitation for us to reject the contrary principles of this fallen world and intentionally and exclusively align ourselves to Him and His ways. We have an opportunity to step into a new tomorrow if we will wholeheartedly consecrate our lives, ministries, and movement today.
Leadership Track 4: A global awakening. Paul Hudson, Elim Global leaders and Elim Missionaries
We are joined by some of our Elim Global leaders to share captivating and moving stories of how God is working powerfully in their nations.
Leadership Track 3: Discipling community. Darren and Jacky Johnson
How can we ensure that every local church is becoming a truly discipling community
Leadership Track 2: The supernatural church - Chloe Swart
How can we grow as faith-filled people and churches which are 'naturally supernatural?'
Main Session 5: Awakened with purpose - Rachel Hickson
Let God awaken your eyes with fresh vision, your heart with new compassion and your hands with miracles. It is time to advance with the promises given to us by God.
Main Session 4: A Holy Spirit Session (Part 2) - David Hall
A time to remain open to the Holy Spirit’s leading. Come hungry for the word of God and expectant for an encounter.
A prison sentence…'Are you being sent to prison (or any other form of chaplaincy?)'. Simeon Sturney and John Murfin
John and Simeon will share the joy and heartache of ministering in prison and offer an opportunity for people to explore whether they have a calling to the work of Chaplaincy.
Awakening in prayer. Roger Grassham and Victoria Fagg
Growing closer to Jesus unlocks a two-way relational flow. As we unburden, listen, and respond, our lives take on his holiness, our hearts entwined to his. This is awakened prayer.
Generous hospitality. Darren and Jacky Johnson
Explore why hospitality is a vital component in the life of a disciple of Jesus. How do we cultivate a lifestyle of hospitality that hosts God, His people, and His mission?
Understanding yourself: How to minister from a place of compassion and health. Stuart Blount and Ishbel Straker
A workshop for those wishing to invest in their ongoing health and well-being with Stuart Blount and Ishbel Straker
Leadership Track 3: Discipling youth and young adults. Tim Alford, Kyle McKinnon and Joe Davis
How can we prepare and equip young people to live for Jesus as radical reproductive disciples and engage the whole Church in investing and releasing them to their calling and purpose?
Celebrating our seniors. Pastoral care to the older generation. Neil Passmore
A practical look at how we can serve, honour and care for our Seniors in the Church.
Awakening our hearts to worship. Elim Sound
Join us as we dive into the heart of worship conversation. A discussion on why what we sing matters and how to connect yourself and your church with the Elim Sound community.
Leadership Track 1: Leadership health in every season. Leon Evans and Shirene Agbelusi
Ministry leadership is a long journey and has many seasons – leading through the seasons of life and ensuring health for the marathon not just the sprint.
Leadership Track 4: The missionary call. Steve Kempton and Craig Brotherston
Steve and Craig join us for a live podcast recording speaking about their response to the missionary call and their heart and hope for a fresh wave of church planting into nations.
Main session 3: Awakening Hope - Damilola Makinde
What is Jesus seeking to do in us through seasons of waiting, and what does this have to do with revival? We’ll journey through the first three chapters of 1 Samuel to find out.
Leadership Track 2: The evangelising church. Michelle Nunn and Mark Greenwood
How can we ensure every church has evangelism embedded in all they do – not just as a programme or special event but truly living outwards as witnesses together?
Leadership Track 1: The self-aware leader. Dave Newton and Nicole Goupillot
How has God shaped me and how does who I am impact those I lead and work alongside?
Discerning deceit in the book of Revelation - David Johnson
An exploration of truth and deception in Revelation's narrative and the call to hear the Spirit amidst deceptive voices.
Awakened to the gifts of the Spirit - Ross McBride
A space to explore and stir up the gifts that the Holy Spirit has given to the church.
Getting your voice heard/The place of social media - Christy Goodwin and Jason Heron
Social media is evolving from broadcast channels to a place where communities are being built, but how do we as leaders use these tools to authentically build effective ministry?
Financial stability is birthed in generosity - Linda Murray
Top tips to survive in our current economic climate and inspiring stories of God’s provision at home and across the nations.
Leadership Track 3: Discipling children. Olly and Helen Goldenberg
There is overwhelming evidence that most people come to faith in Christ as children. How we find fresh vision, faith and focus to reach, teach, and disciple children?
Thriving in life and ministry - Claudia Smith
Exploring the spiritual aspects of resilience and how our beliefs and practices can help to avoid burnout in life, leadership and ministry.
Understanding dementia and supporting families in our churches - Meghan Earle
A brief introduction into dementia awareness, particularly in the church environment and how we can support people and their families to live well with dementia
Main session 2: A Holy Spirit session (part 1) - David Hall
A time to remain open to the Holy Spirit’s leading. Come hungry for the word of God and expectant for an encounter.
Awakening a heavenly vision - Chris Cartwright
All over the world, we are witnessing a fresh season of Holy Spirit awakening. God is awakening His people to the urgency of the times, to the promise of the harvest and the fresh enabling power and presence of the Holy Spirit.
Inspiring church leaders to transform the world!
The Elim Leaders Summit, held at the Harrogate Convention Centre on 14-16 May, is an excellent event for you and your church leadership team to: - Encounter spiritual transformation - Equip for purposeful mission - Empower the next generation This Summit is open to all church leaders from Elim and other denominations, designed to help equip leaders like yourself to thrive in purposeful mission. As seen in this video, on the main stage, you will hear from: David Hall - Revival City Church, Australia Damilola Makinde - Evangelical Alliance Rachel Hickson - Heartcry for Change Chris Cartwright - Elim's national leader Learn practical skills that will transform and inspire your church leaders, enabling you to flourish together with fresh vision and renewed hope for mission across the nations. Main sessions with engaging teaching that will inspire, equip, encourage and empower you as a co-missioned leader. Practical seminars for effective mission and creative leadership into our missional journey. Leadership tracks will inspire you to have increased confidence in the gospel, create kingdom community and equip for mission. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to encounter God in times of corporate worship and personal ministry, learn practical skills that will transform and inspire your church leaders, and raise up a generation of church leaders who will speak with courage, creativity, faith and fervour. Visit http://www.elimleaders.org.uk to find out more and purchase your tickets.
Generations together: “Your young... and you're old.” - Tim Alford and Becca Hudson
Moving beyond the headlines of multi-national, multi-generational churches, how do we build and become genuinely loving and united Acts 2 kingdom communities which break down dividing walls and demonstrate the true heart and purpose of God’s mission to “every people, tribe and tongue?”
Tim Alford
Tim is the National Director of Limitless and a youth ministry specialist lecturer at Regents Theological College. Tim is passionate about equipping leaders and communicating the gospel at events all over the world.
Becca Hudson
Becca is a minister at Christian Life Church, Selly Oak. She desires to see people of all generations encountering the presence of God.
Power - Danielle Strickland
God’s power is as different from as it is greater than any other power. How can we live the alternative vision of the good gospel in the present moment? We need power. Rooted in Acts 1 and Exodus 3.
From establishing justice departments and church plants, to launching global anti-trafficking initiatives, to creating new initiatives to mobilise people towards transformational spiritual life, Danielle trains, advocates, and inspires people to live differently through various initiatives and through her books including her latest release ‘The other side of hope’. Currently based in Toronto, Canada, with her husband Stephen, Danielle is the proud mum of 3 boys.
Communicating into our culture - Jo Frost
Jo Frost joined the Evangelical Alliance in September 2017, having previously worked with various Christian charities. She completed her MA in Public Communications before joining an international campaigns consultancy specialising in human rights and environment issues.
Confrontation - Danielle Strickland
God’s power will always be a confrontation to the powers of this world. How do we fight against the principalities and power of this world using God’s power in a way that brings life? Rooted in Acts 10 and Acts 16.
Danielle Strickland
From establishing justice departments and church plants, to launching global anti-trafficking initiatives, to creating new initiatives to mobilise people towards transformational spiritual life, Danielle trains, advocates, and inspires people to live differently through various initiatives and through her books including her latest release ‘The other side of hope’. Currently based in Toronto, Canada, with her husband Stephen, Danielle is the proud mum of 3 boys.
Leading well in chaotic times - Jo Frost
How to live in and share the good news of Jesus in times of political turmoil, cultural upheaval, and societal change.
Jo Frost joined the Evangelical Alliance in September 2017, having previously worked with various Christian charities. She completed her MA in Public Communications before joining an international campaigns consultancy specialising in human rights and environment issues.
The spiritual gifts in the 21st century - Maldwyn Jones
This session aims to remind us of our Pentecostal roots, and the importance they have in ministry today. This will be followed by a Q&A session.
Evangelism in the power of the Holy Spirit - Simon Foster
Simon Foster is passionate about releasing the Church into fullness believing that as each one of us walks in all God created us to do, the body of Christ will show the world what living the abundant life promised in John 10:10 really looks like
What do you see? - Boyd Ratnaraja
Clarity provides momentum, confidence, and direction. Clarity is a leader’s best friend. When a leader has clarity, everyone wins. What do you see? Join me as we journey together in pursuit of clarity.
Boyd and Sharon are the national leaders of Elim New Zealand and the senior pastors of Elim International Church in Wellington. They have devoted their lives to building the local church, raising up leaders and helping people fall in love with Jesus. They are proud parents to their two boys
Equipping the whole church: Releasing every person into their gifting
Mark Pugh leads Rediscover Church in Exeter. He is convinced the Holy Spirit is restoring a fresh understanding of the fivefold ministries, calling all the saints to be mobilised for works of service.
Men and women leading well together - Danielle Strickland
Moving beyond the headlines of multi-national, multi-generational churches, how do we build and become genuinely loving and united Acts 2 kingdom communities which break down dividing walls and demonstrate the true heart and purpose of God’s mission to “every people, tribe and tongue?”
Danielle Strickland
From establishing justice departments and church plants, to launching global anti-trafficking initiatives, to creating new initiatives to mobilise people towards transformational spiritual life, Danielle trains, advocates, and inspires people to live differently through various initiatives and through her books including her latest release ‘The other side of hope’. Currently based in Toronto, Canada, with her husband Stephen, Danielle is the proud mum of 3 boys.
I need support! The importance of connecting with others - Shiv Rapley & Naomi Nelson
We all need someone who just gets it! In this session, children’s ministry directors and good friends Naomi and Shiv will tag team to explore the importance of building godly connections with others in ministry.
Shiv Rapley
Shiv has been heavily involved in both children and youth ministry for over 15 years. She is the Children’s Ministry Director at City Gates Church, Ilford. She also co-ordinates an annual evangelistic youth conference called Girl Talk.
Naomi Nelson
Naomi is currently the Children’s Pastor at City Church Swansea. She is also an Elim Minister in Training. She is passionate about giving children the best start in their relationships with God and helping them grow in their emotional and mental well-being.
Supporting children with autism - Charles Zinyama
Charles will speak about his experiences supporting children and adults with autism. He will discuss leadership and team building as well as giving practical examples of situations he has encountered in his role at SKY Autism and how these were resolved.
Charles Zinyama
Charles has a degree in theology from Regents Theological College. Charles is the youth leader of Beacon Elim Church and currently works for SKY Autism, Malvern.
A history of Elim 1940-1980 - Maldwyn Jones
This seminar will trace Elim’s progress from near collapse to an established and growing Pentecostal movement.
Maldwyn Jones has been a minister in Elim for 53 years and has pastored several Elim churches. He was appointed as Elim’s historian in 2014.
Anna Chaplaincy - Debbie Ducille
Anna chaplains accompany older people in their spiritual journey and are appointed by local churches, serving in different contexts across the UK. Debbie will share the charity’s vision, hoping to inspire others to engage with this growing ministry.
Debbie Ducille
Debbie is church lead for the Bible Reading Fellowship’s national Anna Chaplaincy team, heading up strategic work with UK church denominations and enabling the rapidly expanding network.
Roles & responsibilities of deacons and elders in Elim - Jamie Lavery & Martin Gaunt
Good leadership is crucial to the health of every local church. This session explores the functions and responsibilities of leadership within the life of local church.
Jamie Lavery
Jamie has been an Elim Minister for almost 13 years, 7 of which have been in his current role leading Elim Crawley. Jamie is married to Sophie, and they have two children.
Martin Gaunt
Martin is the manager of adult social care for Surry County Council, leading a large team of social workers. Within the local church, he has been an elder in Elim Crawley for 25 years.
Making an impact: Addressing social challenges in your community - Iona Ledwidge & Megan Reilly
Are we really meeting the needs of people in our communities? Do we truly make a difference in their lives? In this interactive workshop, we will help you move toward a purposeful approach to generating social impact.
Iona Ledwidge
Iona is one of the Executive Directors at Resurgo, a social impact organisation, overseeing the award-winning Spear Programme which coaches young people facing significant barriers to employment. Iona also engages leaders in business in how to adopt a coaching approach in their leadership style.
Megan Reilly
Megan is an International Coaching Federation accredited coach at PCC level and has worked for Resurgo, a social impact organisation, for seven years. After working on their Spear and Re-Work Programmes, she now oversees Resurgo’s church partnerships in the North of the UK. Megan is passionate about the church engaging in social transformation in their local contexts.
Equipping leaders: Ministering from wholeness - Stuart Blount & Ishbel Straker
Stuart Blount
Stuart has been a minister in Elim for 35 years and a member of the National Leadership Team since 2006. He was appointed Director of Ministry in 2016.
Ishbel Straker
Ishbel is CEO and founder of I Straker Consultants and is recognised as an expert in the field of addiction and the treatment of co-existing mental health problems. She is an experienced expert witness, an Honorary Clinical Lecturer for Middlesex University, and Ambassador for the Department of Psychology for Edge Hill University.
Working with looked after children - Louise Humber & Grace Saalmans
What does it mean to be a “Looked After Child”? We will discuss potential impacts, things churches should be aware of, and how we can help share Christ’s love given the different experiences and challenges that looked after children face.
Louise Humber
Louise is a qualified social worker who has worked within a local authority Children’s Services department for 12 years. She has gained a variety of experience most latterly as a senior social worker supervising foster carers. Louise joined Elim’s safeguarding department in October 2022 as an Assistant National Safeguarding Coordinator.
Grace Saalmans
Grace is an Elim Assistant National Safeguarding Coordinator and is also Elim’s Early Years Operations Manager. She is a qualified teacher and has taught in early years settings. Prior to this, Grace worked as the Children’s, Youth and Families worker in her local Elim church.
Messengers of hope in times of challenge - Gavin Calver
How can we be distinct and hopeful amid so many obstacles in our cultural landscape?
Gavin Calver is the CEO of the Evangelical Alliance. He has a burning passion to see the church working together to share the Gospel throughout the UK. Formerly the leader of Youth for Christ and chair of Spring Harvest, he’s an ordained evangelist and regular public speaker, and has authored six books. Married to Anne, they have two children.
Ethnic and racial unity “on all flesh”
Olivia Amartey
Olivia is the Executive Director for Elim and also serves as the associate pastor of Crosspoint Church, Birmingham. Her career encompasses several senior management positions in a range of different organisations including the Probation Service, the Church of England and the NHS.
Osoba Otaigbe
Osoba is a Baptist Minister and works for the Bible Society and Gather Movement. He is the author of ‘Building cultural intelligence in church and ministry: 10 ways to assess and improve your cross- cultural competence in church, ministry and the workplace.’
Prophetic, prayer, & encounter - David and Greta Peters
Discover how the prophetic realm inspires effective prayer and how together they lead us to encounter God’s presence and power.
David and Greta Peters
David was an Elim Minister for many years in New Zealand. Currently he and Greta are on the leadership team of Church Unlimited, a large, multicultural church in Auckland and have extensive experience in prophetic/ teaching ministry.
Theology 101 – A proper confidence - Ollie Ward
What is theology and why do we need it? There are many ways to ‘do’ theology; we’ll think theologically about our culture.
Ollie Ward
Ollie works at Regents Theological College teaching youth ministry and has worked with youth groups across the UK. He leads Limitless Academy and a group of young people at his local church.