A struggling choir, empty pews, a cold building and vicar racing from one Communion service to another? This is the stereotype of rural worship; but beyond this is a real vibrancy of spiritual life where church attendance is much higher than in urban areas and the church continues to be a key part of local life.
This careful study explores a wide range of issues and asks gently probing questions about how rural worship can grow in its vitality and engagement with the local communities.
This careful study explores a wide range of issues and asks gently probing questions about how rural worship can grow in its vitality and engagement with the local communities.
