The Porterbrook Network is a developing initiative aimed at contributing to a wider church planting movement by equipping individuals and churches to rediscover mission as their DNA through training, and resourcing. In practice a distance learning programme for developing missional leaders coming from the context of The Crowded House network, Although Porterbrook Training is now a separate entity with a wider ministry.
Our hope is to see churches reaching diverse peoples with the transforming Gospel of God (Word) and with a visible demonstration that the reign of Jesus is good (Christian Community).
What is the Porterbrook Network about?
- Biblical - deeply rooted in the Scriptures
- Practical - rich theology, applied in detail and relevant to real life
- Relational - because the Christian life was never meant to be lived alone
- Contextual - remain in your normal work and Christian community
- Accessible - no prior theological education required (average competency in English is needed)
- Flexible - schedule is adaptable to suit your circumstances
- Affordable - quality training at a reasonable price
You can learn more about the syllabus here.
Check out our South African website here or the International (UK) one here.
For the social media savvy you can Like our Facebook Page or follow us on Twitter.
E-mail me for more info: capetown AT porterbrooknetwork DOT org
Watch some students in the UK talking about their experiences here
Recommendations:
“The Porterbrook Network is an innovative resource that offers affordable, high-quality training for mission and ministry in the 21st century. I warmly recommend it.” Tim Keller
“The Porterbrook Network is an excellent resource for equipping churches and individuals as we look at responding in a distinctive gospel manner to the needs in our nation and world.”Vaughan Roberts, Rector, St Ebbe’s, Oxford
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