We care for ourselves and those around us.
It's all about love. Love for God, other people and yourself is what matters most.
Compassionate care deepens spiritual growth by teaching Christ-like love and selflessness.
A caring church has a missional impact, as we model love and grace in our relationships with the local community.
Numerical growth may come as those who receive care often stay connected and invite others to experience the same love. People who love to care for others may be willing to partner with you for a project, and this may be their entry point to church.
Action ideas
- Start a senior ‘youth club’ - a time each week when older people can gather to chat and play games.
- Link up with CAP
- Promote burnout awareness
- Set up a pastoral contact tree and check in on each other regularly.
- Start a church WhatsApp group.
- Explore God Welcomes All, a four-session study guide encouraging all members of the Methodist Church to look at our Christian calling that offers a welcome to all, whilst ensuring that our worship and wider church life is safe for everyone. It includes short films, activities and questions for discussion and reflection.
