Flourishing Church: Spirituality

Discerning Well

What are the practices that we look for in pastors who come to Pastoral Search Advisory Group that enable them to move through the discernment process with freedom and liberty? Download the Discerning Well document which includes suggestions that will both increase the general wellbeing of pastors and are very helpful when working through a […]

Spiritual Vitality (Healthy Ministry)

Spiritual Vitality is one of the single biggest factors in having a healthy faith community. It is no surprise that the ‘Natural Church Development’ research pin pointed passionate spirituality as being more important than worship style, when it came to churches that are doing well around the world. Jesus’ words in John 15:4-5 explain it […]

Staying Healthy in Christian Ministry

One of the key factors influencing the health of a church is the well-being of its leaders. A major study of Australian Christian workers has been conducted at the University of Western Sydney. It makes some important findings for Pastors, others who make heavy commitments to ministry or mission, and those who care for them. […]

Change or Suppression (Conversion) Practices Prohibition Act 2021

The Change or Suppression (Conversion) Practices Prohibition Act 2021 came into operation on February 17th, 2022.  This is an important Act for pastors and churches to be aware of with regard to individual and organisational responsibilities.    The BUV has drafted some guidance for churches with regard to carrying out ministry in view of this Act.  […]

BUV Flourishing Churches Devotions

The vision of the BUV is to be a Union of flourishing churches with Christlike followers that redeems society.  At last year’s October Members’ Dinner, I detailed the Flourishing Church Framework that our BUV Support Hub staff developed that was to be a major focus during 2020, in our effort to support churches to flourish. The framework looks at 3 focus areas of church life – congregational life, congregational character and congregational mission. Within each focus area we have identified 4 aspects that may contribute to a flourishing church – 12 in total.