New fund encourages risk-taking for transformation
by David Edwards
In response to decisions of Diocesan Synod in 2009, the Parish Support and Development Team is working toward the initiation of a diocesan fund similar to the "Builders For Christ Fund" created by Bishop Edward Salmon in the Diocese of South Carolina.
The fund is intended to encourage parishes, groups of parishes, deaneries or archdeaconries to undertake innovative, risk-taking projects that will lead to spiritual/numerical/financial growth for the making of disciples. The fund will be distributed as grants to groups with plans that meet these criteria.
The planning team has identified sound systems, musical instruments, puppet ministry materials, youth pastors, vehicles, Christian education materials, lunch programs for seniors/children, seniors clubs and family events as likely candidates for support, but it wants further input.
Are there projects that your parish or a group of parishes might seek to develop if funding were available?
Grants will range from a few hundred dollars to several thousands, depending upon the response in the diocese. If you have ideas you might wish to see funded in your area please contact me — (506) 634-1474, <david.edwards at anglican.nb.ca>.
