Rural and Ecumenical Resources

Check out some of our latest rural resources to support you with your rural mission and ministry.

For inspiration and bite-sized rural mission ideas, try the  Seasonal rural mission wheel.

For harvest, we've produced a brand new rural missional guide  Harvest resource.

For Rogation, or any time of the year that suits you, why not get outside and try pilgrimage Pilgrimage & rural mission.

For all ages outdoors, why not explore our top tips for  Forests & Fire-pits.

For engagement with rural festivals, shows and local village fairs, head to Attending rural events.

For advance planning, use the new rural emergency response tips with your local community.

We aim to work collaboratively, modelling rural and ecumenical as a way of life.

It’s the local ‘on the ground’ relationships that make the difference for our rural mission and ministry: "If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all” (Romans 12:18).

All the training and networking we offer is ecumenical and open to all. We partner in this with the Arthur Rank Centre, Fresh Expressions, Churches Together England and others wherever practical.

The Rural Mission and Ministry Officer is also part of the Joint Public Issues Team, with a brief to advocate for the complex social issues faced by our diverse rural communities. If you're interested in rural representation and having your voice heard, then please sign up to join a Rural Solidarity Circle here.

Many of our regional chaplaincy teams operate ecumenically, often also in conjunction with Farming Community Network. For further rural chaplaincy support, please click here.