John Finney was the Suffragan Bishop of Pontefract before his retirement. He served in several parishes and was then appointed Advisor in Evangelism in the Diocese of Southwell. Prior to his appointment as Bishop in 1993, he served nationally as the officer for the Decade of Evangelism. John has lectured widely, including for the DMin course at Fuller seminary in Pasadena, and is a well-regarded author. In retirement, he continues to minister as an honorary assistant bishop within the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham.  
  
 Felicity Lawson worked in a parish, taught in a theological college, and was Director of Training, Dean of Ministry, and Director of Ordinands in the Diocese of Wakefield before being ordained and becoming vicar of two parishes on the edge of Leeds. Along with John Finney, she is one of the authors of Emmaus: The Way of Faith, and has run many courses on nurture and discipleship. Felicity enjoys retirement ministry in the Diocese of Leeds and especially her involvement with Scargill House and ReSource.

Saints Alive! introduces people to faith in God through the power of the Holy Spirit, helping them to be integrated into the life of the church and moving out into ministry in their everyday lives. This study resource is applicable for groups of any size; it does not matter how much or how little people know about the Christian faith all are welcome. With a leader s manual, optional videos, and a journal for every member that includes teaching, Bible readings, and space to record their thoughts, Saints Alive! has been used by hundreds of thousands all over the world.

\["For church leaders and small group facilitators", "Aids in teaching faith to new and curious members", "You will lead impactful discussions and grow your group"\]

Saints Alive! Leader's Manual helps guide groups to discover faith in God through the Holy Spirit.

John Finney;Felicity Lawson

INTRODUCTION

SECTION 1—WHAT IS THE COURSE?

The Aims of the Course

The Structure of the Course

The Video

SECTION 2—HOW TO RUN THE COURSE

How Can the Course Be Used?

Where Do the People Come From? 

Where Should It Be Held?

Who Are These People?

Approach and Atmosphere

Flexibility

Where to Meet

Food

Visual Aids

Worship

After the Course

SECTION 3—THE LEADERS

Training and Supporting Leaders

Number of Leaders

SECTION 4—BEFORE YOU START …

INTRODUCTORY MEETING OR PARTY

Session 1—RELATIONSHIPS MATTER!

Human Relationships

Relationship with God

Loving and Being Loved

Session 2—WHO IS JESUS?

The Person of Jesus

The Passion

The Importance of Response

Session 3—THE RESURRECTION

The First Easter Day

The Significance of the Resurrection

THE CONVERSATION

Session 4—WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?

The Day of Pentecost

The Spirit Today

Session 5—HARVEST TIME: FRUIT AND GIFTS

The Fruit of the Spirit

The Gifts of the Spirit

Preparing to Receive

Session 6—TIME FOR MINISTRY

Practicalities

Luke 11:1-13

John 7:37-39

The Time of Ministry

Session 7—GROWING UP

Facts and Feelings

Afterwards—Difficulties and Opportunities

Growing as a Christian

Session 8—BEING CHURCH

The Body of Christ

Guidance

The Church Member

Session 9—CELEBRATING TOGETHER

Option A: Shared Meal and Eucharist

Option B: Evangelistic ‘Party with a Purpose’

APPENDIX: Becoming a Christian—Christian Initiation

The Hexagon of Faith

John, Finney;Lawson, Felicity

Saints Alive! introduces people to faith in God through the power of the Holy Spirit, helping them to be integrated into the life of the church and moving out into ministry in their everyday lives.

This study resource is applicable for groups of any size; it does not matter how much or how little people know about the Christian faith all are welcome. With a leader s manual, optional videos, and a journal for every member that includes teaching, Bible readings, and space to record their thoughts, Saints Alive! has been used by hundreds of thousands all over the world.

Saints Alive Leader's Manual is a nine-week course designed for churches and small groups. It explores faith in God, the Holy Spirit, and deepens participants' spiritual lives.

\["Designed for use alongside the other Saints Alive materials","9 week small group course designed to be used in groups of any size","Go on a faith journey exploring your relationship with God, others and the Church"\]

Saints Alive! introduces people to faith in God through the power of the Holy Spirit, helping them to be integrated into the life of the church and moving out into ministry in their everyday lives.

Living Life in the Spirit Today - A Nine Week Course for Churches and Small Groups

Saints Alive! Leader's Manual

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