Is God leading you into
creating new expressions
of church?

Peter Anderson teaching at Forge 3 to a group of people sitting in front of him as he presents with information on a whiteboard.

Forge Pioneer Course is a formational training process that could be just what you’re looking for when you’re sensing God might be leading you towards a new expression of His church. We want to prepare you to step into what God is calling you to do!

The purpose of the our course is to acknowledge and activate the pioneering spirit within you - that you launch confidently into spearheading Kingdom ground, becoming a voice that champions for change in church as we know it.

Come explore the questions raised by church, culture & Kingdom. Foster relationships between like-minded, Kingdom-seeking, trail-blazers and connect with them as you take part on the same journey.

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Your course will include a combination of:

  • Huddles

  • Training Weekends

  • In Context Experiences

  • Individual Learning

  • Reflection

  • Networking with like-minded individuals

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“We know that there is a fundamental change that is required, if we are going to see the radical re-evangelisation of our continent.”

Alan McWilliam

Director Forge Europe & Cairn Team Leader

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What’s it about?

  • Validating the pioneering spirit – we are “yes” people

  • Moving from an idea to really doing it – we help you make it happen.

  • Championing change in church as we know it – we love the church and want it to thrive.

What does it do?

  • Explores the questions raised by church, culture & Kingdom.

  • Fosters relationships between like-minded, Kingdom-seeking trail-blazers and connects them with others on the same journey.

  • Provides wisdom and experience for Pioneers through mentoring.

Why is it needed?

  • “To reach the non-churched we must ‘stop starting with church’ and come outside the circle and re-imagine church” – Bob Hopkins

  • “God is already meeting people wherever they are. Our calling is to join Him.” – Peter Neilson

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Pioneer Intro Online Course

This course will allow people interested in Church Planting and pioneer mission to grasp the core concepts and possibilities.

The course is delivered over 6 sessions.  All sessions are required.

Topics covered:

  • What is pioneer mission?

  • What is required to be involved?

  • What is possible in my area / parish?

  • What are the firt steps required in making this happen?

This training course is being delivered by the Forge Scotland & Forge Ireland Teams.

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  • “The good folks at Forge Scotland are not only dear friends and colleagues, but are in my opinion the outstanding practitioners of missional church in Scotland. If you are concerned about the future vitality of Christian discipleship in this ancient land, I highly recommend the Forge tribe in whatever they do.”

    — Alan Hirsch

    Award Winning Author & Missional Activist

  • “I love how partnership speaks of unity and the Kingdom of God and I’m delighted that DNA is in partnership with Forge. We have had trainees do the Forge year as part of their second year programme with us. The teaching is focused and excellent. We need together to raise up new leaders for a new generation of church planting in Scotland that explores a new approach to church and mission. I am convinced that under God Forge and DNA might play a part in this exciting challenge and I commend them to you.“

    — Pete Gilbert

    DNA

  • “Attending the Forge Scotland Pioneer course was one of the most significant periods in my discipleship journey. A unique opportunity to discover how you can participate more effectively in the plans God has for you. The Forge Scotland Pioneer course is an intense period of teaching, thinking, challenge, encouragement, mentoring, spirituality and discipleship thanks to a team with diverse gifts and approaches but who are all passionate about the Kingdom and how we can serve it better.”

    — Ian Burleigh

    Forge graduate