Rural & Ecumenical Resources

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

For inspiration & 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 & 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 & local village fayres, head to Attending rural events

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

For Rural Mission Sunday, use the new resources to celebrate those unsung volunteers who are the heart-beat of every local community & congregation RMS 2026: Registration Pack - The Arthur Rank Centre

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

It’s the local ‘on the ground’ relationships that make the difference for our rural mission & ministry: “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Romans 12:18

All the training & 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 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 & 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.