Lord, Show Us The Way
A journey of listening, prayer and strategy across the Diocese of Lincoln.
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A hopeful future, rooted in prayer
A journey of listening…
As we look to the future of mission and ministry in the Diocese of Lincoln, we are setting out on a journey of discernment.
This is not just about writing a strategy document for the next 10 years (although that will happen!).
It’s about walking together in faith, asking where the Spirit is leading us – listening to you and listening to God’s call to become the Church we are called to be.
Shaping a strategy.
Rooted in prayer, theology and local wisdom, this journey will shape a new decade-long Diocesan strategy.
It builds on the foundation of Time to Change Together and responds to the national Church of England’s call to become:
- A church of missionary disciples.
- A church of mixed expressions and ways of being (ecology).
- A church which is younger and more diverse.
The heart of the process: Lord, Show Us The Way
At the centre of this journey is ‘Lord, Show Us The Way‘ – a year of shared reflection, prayer and honest conversation across our Diocese. Together, we are asking:
“What is God’s call to us – not just in theory, but practically, in this time and in this place?”
This process is an invitation for every church, group and person to listen first, before planning or acting.
We want to honour the wisdom from every corner of the diocese, shaped by scripture and the Spirit. We need to hear your voice, in order to ground our strategy in the reality of our shared experiences.
Email us with your thoughts and reflections. Feel free to attach pictures or documents if that’s how you best express yourself.
EMAIL: TTCT@lincoln.anglican.org
Steps along the way
We’re currently in a year-long period of listening, reflecting and strategy planning across the Diocese of Lincoln. The strategy creation process will unfold in stages throughout 2025, with a final version shared the following year:
Companions on the journey
As we discern where God is leading the Diocese of Lincoln, a number of groups are walking alongside us – listening, reflecting, and helping shape the way forward:
Strategy Working Group
Steering the journey.
The Strategy Working Group is bringing together insights from across the Diocese – listening to the Lever Groups, engaging with theological reflection, and shaping the overall direction of the new Diocesan strategy.
The Strategy Working Group is:
- Overseeing the strategy development process.
- Drawing connection between different themes and insights.
- Supporting consultation and communication across the Diocese.
- Preparing the strategic drafts for Bishop’s Council and Diocesan Synod.
Lever Groups
Exploring key areas of growth and mission.
As part of ‘Lord, Show Us The Way’, Lever Groups are exploring themes like people, places, ministry and resources to shape our long-term Diocesan strategy.
Each group is meeting regularly for a number of months, drawing on theological support and listening widely across the Diocese.
The lever groups are:
- Rooted in scripture and prayer.
- Seeking practical, Spirit-led steps for the future.
- Supported by a Theological Reference Group.
- Embodying six shared values: Confident, mission-focused, collaborative, adventurous, resilient, and capable.
Theological Reference Group
Grounding the journey in scripture and prayer.
The Theological Reference Group supports the shaping of our long-term Diocesan strategy by helping to ensure every aspect of the process is rooted in the life of God, as revealed in scripture, tradition, reason and prayerful discernment.
The Theological Reference Group is:
- Offering theological reflection to support the Lever Groups.
- Encouraging deep listening to God’s call for the Diocese.
- Providing passages from scripture and guiding questions for reflection.
- Grounding the strategy creation process work in hope, mission, and the priesthood of all believers.
Join the journey
Pray with us 🙏
A special prayer has been created as we unite our thoughts, words and actions towards seeking God’s will for the Diocese.
These passages have been carefully selected to help you introduce parish meetings, bible studies and prayer groups. They are also great tof r
You will discover:
- The Sending of the Seventy
- The Works of the Flesh and Fruit of the Spirit
- Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart
- A Lamp to Our Feet and a Light to Our Path
- Opening Prayers (pp.70ff) A36 & A42.
- Penitential Material (pp.77ff) B17; B23; B49; B60; & B64
- Prayers and Intercessions (pp.171ff) F15 (sung); F43; F44; F45; F48; & F71.
- Short Prefaces (pp.258ff) G118; G123; & G137.
- Closing Prayers (pp.288ff) J18; J26; J27; J28.
Share your voice 🗣️
Email us with your thoughts and reflections. Feel free to attach pictures or documents if that’s how you best express yourself.
EMAIL: TTCT@lincoln.anglican.org
Explore more resources
- Common Worship: Christian Initiation pp.228ff
- Common Worship: Christian Initiation pp.193ff
A prayer for Lord, Show Us The Way
Heavenly Father,
we pray for your guidance.
Help us to see clearly the path you have prepared for us.
Give us a godly ambition and confident faith in your power to transform lives.
Lord, show us the way.
We ask in Jesus’ name and for his sake.
Amen