Beyond the riots

In the wake of Britain erupting with deadly violence this summer, everyone looks at possible solutions for the way forward. Resources are being poured into examining the root problems and ensuring future protection. Yet some insist that real issues were dealt with years ago, with most people failing to act on the guidelines provided.

One such insistent group is OAC Ministries (Open Air Campaigners). Their work is based on the premise that the issue behind community breakdown and destruction is a spiritual void that only the Lord Jesus can fill.

"Community members and leaders alike give many explanations for the cause of our increasingly violent society. Yet God dealt with all such problems in one simple way: love," notes OAC Director Peter Kennelly.

"It’s the Lord’s overwhelming love for the lost that we proclaim through Christ. That is why our Evangelists’ Conference in November is Passionate Proclamation Evangelism.

"We are passionate about telling others that the Lord’s guidelines to move beyond hurt and destruction are as relevant today as when the Bible was written."

This conference takes place from 7 to 11 November at Hebron Hall, Cardiff. Yet it encompasses a two day ‘Conference within a Conference’ from 9 to 10 November.

‘Love for the Lord and the Lost’ provides a fitting tagline for this stimulating exchange provided by well known leaders in evangelism. Speakers include evangelist and author Roger Carswell, Director of the Forty Three Trust Mark Greenwood, Andy Hawthorne, OBE, Director of the Message Trust, and Rev Jon Turner who heads Saltmine’s community outreach.

All who are interested in proclamation evangelism are welcome to attend, either the entire week or for the two day ‘Conference within a Conference’.

Throughout the week, there will be times of sharing ideas for more effective proclamation, specialised areas of outreach such as children’s work and panel discussions. Hands-on advice about techniques will benefit everyone from people who may just be starting their church outreach to professional evangelists.

This conference offers ample times of worship and fellowship. The communal worship will prove a reminder that the Lord’s love for the lost still has power to overcome society’s evil with eternal good.