Step 6
In this step, we explore the essence of Christian leadership, rooted in Jesus’ call for believers to embody servanthood above all. Facing contemporary leadership challenges in the church, we explore biblical guidance on fostering communities and propelling God’s mission forward.
‘In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.’ - Philippians 2:5-7
‘Christ’s evangelists must humbly seek to empty themselves of all but their personal authenticity in order to become the servants of others, and churches must seek to transform and enrich culture, all for the glory of God.’ - The Lausanne Covenant
Leading and Finishing Well on the Last Evening of Your Life - Mary Ho
Six Common Themes for a Trinitarian Approach to Leading Missions - Joseph W. Handley
The Future of the Christian Movement Depends on ‘Lay’ Members - Jervis Djokoto
Lausanne Global Classroom: Leadership Development
Explore the Book of Acts in a 6-day plan and learn from the apostles' humility, character, and self-sacrifice, reflecting Jesus’ call for leaders to first and foremost be servants. Amidst modern challenges of leadership in the church, this plan offers biblical insights into nurturing communities and advancing God’s mission, inspiring Christlike leadership today.
Sign Up to Join in 24-7 Prayer for Global Mission
The task set before us—to see the gospel proclaimed to the ends of the earth—is formidable. Human effort alone is insufficient. As we gear up for the Fourth Lausanne Congress this September, our deep dependence on the Holy Spirit becomes ever clearer. Our response is a dedicated six-month, 24/7 prayer initiative—with dedicated prayer guides and a live YouTube prayer room—in a concerted effort to seek the blessing and empowering of God for the monumental task ahead. This is an invitation to join a global prayer initiative, starting on the 22 March until the launch of the Congress on the 22 September, intentionally seeking the Spirit's enablement for a breakthrough in global mission in our lifetime.
Inviting others to come alongside you in prayer.
You cannot do it alone, form a ‘prayer triplet, inviting you to meet weekly with two fellow believers for 30 minutes. Together, you'll form a powerful trio, dedicating time to fervently pray for three specific matters each. This practice fosters a deeper sense of community, spiritual growth, and collective intercession, reinforcing our commitment to nurturing a prayerful, united body of Christ in our global mission.
Learn more about this exciting prayer strategy to renew your love and impact in God’s mission.
Hear from Sarah Plummer the head of the Lausanne Intercession Working Group on the heart and vision behind the prayer triplet initiative.
Download the Prayer Triplet Prayer Cards to use with your prayer triplet.
Every afternoon of the congress, you as a congress participant will be invited to engage in Collaborate sessions. These sessions are designed to help you:
Here are some resources to help you better prepare you for the Collaborate sessions.
Every participant will have the opportunity to engage in one of the twenty-five ‘Collaborate’ sessions. Find more information here.
Date: April 9 2024 Time: 14:00PM GMT
Date: April 12 2024 Time: 04:00 AM GMT
The State of the Great Commission brings together the best global data and key strategic thinkers to understand where the greatest gaps and opportunities are for the Great Commission’s fulfilment.
At different steps on our Journey to the Congress, we will be releasing sections of the State of the Great Commission Report for you to read and engage with. The report’s findings urge us to ask critical questions about the state of global mission and the future direction of our evangelical efforts
Date: 23 April | Time: 1 PM GMT You are invited to the unveiling of the State of the Great Commission Report, an important milestone in our journey towards accelerating global mission together.
Dr. Matthew Niermann, the director of the report, will present the findings, offering insights into the current landscape of world evangelization and the strategic paths forward. He will be joined by additional expert guests who will reflect on specific aspects of the report. Register now to secure your spot at this event. Embrace this opportunity to connect with like-minded believers, engage with cutting-edge research, and contribute to shaping the future of global mission.
Together, let's explore the depths of our calling and the breadth of our impact in God’s global mission.
For a growing number of individuals in the world, where they call home, what home looks like, and who their neighbours are is dramatically changing. These fundamental shifts in place and populations bring forth the fundamental question, 'What is community?' The following section explores the context shifts in community including migration, refugees, international students, growth of cities and informal settlements.
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, we explore how churches can rise to the challenge and reimagine what it means to build community in the midst of migration, refugee crises, and global urbanisation.
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Join us in praying for a country in Europe or Eurasia. This prayer guide uses Lausanne’s fourfold vision for the church as a framework to invite guided prayer for specific areas of the world, church, and broader society.
