7 streams
The African Anglicanism Conference served as a major catalyst for change by showcasing 19 academic papers that prompted deep theological and practical discussions.
From these presentations and the subsequent debates, participants identified 7 key strategic streams to serve as concrete action points for the future.
These streams are designed to move the African Anglican churches from theoretical reflection to active transformation, addressing the continent's unique spiritual, social, and structural challenges.
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Discussing, collating and refining the research, topics, concerns and interests outlined from the papers presented at the African Anglicanism Conference, this Stream has two objectives. Firstly, to produce a book that encapsulates the academic aspect of the conference. Secondly, to provoke further discussion and identification of areas deserving of research.
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The many Anglican training institutions across the world have much to learn from each other. This Stream will exchange their experiences, curriculum, practices and objectives for the benefit of students and staff, with the aim of greater understanding, contextual transparency.
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The bread and butter of what Relay Trust works on, this Stream will discuss and look into best practices for grassroots training, where it can be improved and the obstacles to its success, seeking to overcome them and build strong, Biblically faithful local churches with effective leadership.
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Bringing the next generation to the forefront of our thinking, teaching and planning, this Stream will identify how best to engage with their youth, discipling, encouraging and equipping them to contribute to a flourishing African church.
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Focusing on the many ways in which women contribute, impact and develop theological formation, church community and leadership, this stream will discuss the current situation, focus areas and drive change.
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This Stream explores ways to build financial freedom and sustainability into local churches, through excellent financial practice, incorporating relevant Biblical teaching and cascading processes within Dioceses.
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In an ever changing world, this Stream tackles anything the others don’t! This promises to be a hive of thoughtful discussion, provoking grassroots and leadership level action in churches to carry and pastor the Church through the emerging issues we are facing.