What works?

I am regularly asked "What works" when it comes to rural evangelism.  It would be so nice if there was a single answer, or even a simple list, that would work in every situation.  But the reality is that it just isn't that simple.  There are many factors that might make any method of evangelisation either effective or ineffective in any particular village.  The size, shape and nature of the village, the size and nature of the local church are just some of the factors.  But there are many others.

This subject is treated at length in both "The Key to Effective Rural Evangelism" and also in "Rural Evangelism in the 21st Century", both of which are available for purchase on line from the Rural Missions Shop on this website.  You can also use the "Contact Us" section to send an email and we will be happy to follow this up with some personal advice quite free.

What I will do shortly is provide two useful papers here.  The first addresses the three main categories of evangelism methods and might generate some ideas.  The second addresses the three stages of effective evangelism and may also prove useful in planning.

Meanwhile if you are planning something, or hoping to do so, we suggest that you take advantage of any of the three links provided on the left.  Let us know how you get on.