The Mission Fund exists to support MMAs and parishes in the funding of mission opportunities and initiatives. It is hoped that such investment will enable churches to be more effective in engaging with their communities and sharing God’s love with them.
The Panel is willing to consider a wide range of applications, both for ‘one off’ events and for the appointment of staff. In recent years, successful applications have included :
- ‘Songs of Praise’ at Carsington Water
- ‘Pop Connection’ which draws together the church in Belper with its local Schools
- Resources to establish ‘The Gates’, a pioneer project reaching young people in Chesterfield
- Fresh Expressions work across the diocese
- Youth Workers in Wirksworth and in Long Eaton
- A Development Worker in Danesmoor
The money for the Fund is provided by the Church Commissioners’ Parish Mission Fund. They are not able to make a long term to ensure such ongoing funds but have guaranteed funding being available until 2013.
The Mission Fund Panel meets twice a year to consider applications, usually in May and October. Guidelines and criteria for applications, plus the application form, are available from Bishop Humphrey’s Office. Applications should be sent to Bishop Humphrey, who chairs the Panel, at least 14 days before the Panel meets
