Get Connected
Over the last decade, technology has transformed how most people live, relate and work. It's hard to think of many areas of our lives and work that hasn't been changed by technology, yet it can become too easy to feel isolated despite these advances. Connectivity has never been more important to us. Whether in person or virtually over Zoom, together, we can learn, share, support, pray and grow as we share the good news of Jesus.
Different ways of connecting with RM
Rural Ministries is a growing network of churches, organisations, pioneers, and practitioners united by their desire to see the countryside served by grace-filled people of mission, empowered by God and biblically relevant for the changing context. We invite you to connect with us to learn about our work and share your knowledge, ideas, and feedback.
Becoming part of our Network
As the world becomes more complex, the need for expert support and professional advice when making decisions about church and mission increases. Our network is primarily intended for organisations, churches, pioneers, and practitioners who worship and witness in the rural context and think differently.
As part of our network, we'll keep you up to date with all of our latest news, events, campaigns, and opportunities to support us! It saves us money to contact you by email, and you have the option to unsubscribe at any time.
Become a Collaborative Partner
As the world becomes more complex, the need for expert support and professional advice when making decisions about church and mission increases. Our network is primarily intended for organisations, churches, pioneers, and practitioners who worship and witness in the rural context and think differently.
As part of our network, we'll keep you up to date with all of our latest news, events, campaigns, and opportunities to support us! It saves us money to contact you by email, and you have the option to unsubscribe at any time.
The Process
Get in touch
via
phone or computer
We will call you to get to know a bit more about your situation and explain more about RM and how we may be able to help
We may arrange a visit or a more extended conversation, especially if there is specific help needed
We will look to connect you with others in the RM network, local to you
Webinars and events
Face to face learning from one another is a key part of building up leaders, pioneers, and churches. RM works hard to provide training and events that are practical, relevant, and affordable. Whether you would like us to run a course for your church or leadership, attend one of our events or join a webinar, you can find further details here.
Upcoming events and meetings
Rural Mission Hubs
Rural Mission Hubs aim to support and encourage pioneers, practitioners, and permission givers, as well as those looking to explore pioneering rural ministry and mission. They are an opportunity to share stories and encouragements, pray together, explore ideas, and listen to God together. It is a gathering of like-minded explorers with an open door to anyone seeking a safe place to be, and as such, invites you to join us on the journey.
Each hub aims to meet two or three times each year and has its own character with no set format.
Click here for future Rural Mission Hub meeting dates.
Rural Outdoor Hub
Rural Ministries and Sacred Spaces invites you to join us for another time of connection and exploration at the intersection of the Christian faith, community and wild spaces.
We’ll gather once more at the beautiful Hermitage Trail in Dunkeld, Perth & Ross for a walk, some listening prayer, spiritual practice and exploring the sacred wild.
22nd June
St Cuthbert's Way Day Pilgrimage
Rural Ministries and St Cuthbert's Way Churches Together invite you to a one-day pilgrimage on Saturday 18th July 2026. We’ll be walking a section of St Cuthbert’s Way from Wooller to Cuthbert’s Cave, about 8.5 miles.
Pilgrimage is a sacred and intentional journey. So let’s take time out of our regular routines and rhythms to create space for encounter, to listen and be with God.
This promises to be a wonderful experience as we move through the beauty of Northumberland, walking ancient paths and encouraging one another.
18th July
Latest Events
MOSAIC Magazine & Weekly Reflection
MOSAIC is our magazine published three times a year bringing together the latest news from around the Rural Ministries network together with relevant and useful articles. This publication is free to download and if you subscribe to our weekly reflection, you will be notified when the new edition is available here. If you would like to receive your copy through the post, let us know.
Each Sunday, one of the team offers a thought and a topical reflection. Many use these in their churches, small groups or as part of their personal devotions. Sign up here to receive your copy direct to your inbox.
Strategic Alliances
In addition to working with our Church and Mission Partners RM works closely with range of complementary organisations to the mutual benefit of our partners. These strategic alliances allow us to offer resources and skills to more rural churches than we could do on our own.
ForMission college equips Christian Leaders to transform their communities through accredited training, thought leadership and missional support. Their BA and MA programmes are validated by Newman University
Engageworship aim to resource local churches for creative, innovative, and world-changing worship; engaging with God, each other, and the world around us. They have numerous resources for churches and those leading worship
Urban Expression is an urban mission agency that recruits, equips, deploys and networks self-financing teams pioneering creative and relevant expressions of the Christian Church in under-churched urban neighbourhoods.
Northern Baptist College is an up to date, two hundred years-old learning community. With deep roots in the Northern half of England it seeks to equip women and men for leadership in the mission of God wherever they might be called.
Fresh Expressions is a growing movement of ordinary people across all denominations who are passionate about connecting with those who don’t know Jesus and forming new communities of faith with the people they meet in the places where they meet them. From new housing to rural, urban to suburban, messy church and third age to forests, coffee shops, beaches, pubs, barns, online and even church buildings!