What do people say about Formation?
Dr Viv Thomas has a deep and detailed grasp of issues faced by leaders in their
growth and development. He brings refreshing theological and Trinitarian insights
into all that he does. His contributions to the Centre for Continuing Development
in Ministry have been outstanding.
Dr Nigel G. Wright, Principal, Spurgeon's College, London and co-director of the
CCDM.
Dr Viv Thomas is an outstanding Christian thinker, trainer and communicator. It
was my privilege to work with him on our preaching team at Christ Church Bromley,
where his teaching and envisioning skills were regularly and effectively demonstrated.
His enormous insights into leadership function and development have impressed and
strengthened me in my own ministry. I warmly commend his integrated biblical, theological
and humanly insightful skills and gifts, and the rich world-wide experience he brings
to this field.
The Venerable Michael Lawson, Archdeacon of Hampstead Diocese of London.
Viv Thomas teaches with enthusiasm, vibrancy and excitement offering the listener
a clear understanding of leadership in its many forms and intricacies. Viv has a
track record of leadership excellence and the partnership of teaching and experience
enables this wealth of ability to be imparted with integrity and honesty.
Bob Moffett, Dean of Postgraduate Studies - All Nations Christian College.
Drawing on a wealth of cross-cultural experience, Dr Viv Thomas communicates with
our students in London and in Ghana in a lively, accessible way. In both contexts
he excites people with a passion for truly Christian leadership.
Dr Peter Stevenson, Course Director for MTh in Applied Theology, Spurgeon's College,
London.
The ministry of Viv Thomas has been most creative, innovative and relevant. He has
equipped and trained many Christian leaders and Pastors in India with clarity in
teaching, varieties of methods and modelling through his lifestyle. I commend Formation
to all who want to develop in their leaders for the 21st century.
Rev. Dasan Jeyaraj, Director of Training, OM India; Presbyter, St. Thomas Cathedral,
Secunderabad and Vice Chairman of the Board, Indian Institute of Missiology.
What do people say about Formation Courses?
'I have really appreciated the thought that the trinity forms the foundation of
our thinking about leadership. This can be developed in many ways, but essentially
leadership is about relationships! A privilege to have been present on a leadership
course where the teacher know how to teach through both lecture style and by example.
Amazing to see such a diverse group be led through such enriching and relevant material'
Chris Lee, Head of Pastoral and Psychological Care/Senior Chaplain, The Royal Marsden
Hospital , Surrey
'Whatever little I did conceive about leadership was turned on its head. Leadership
is not a secret power to be guarded but a journey of empowerment to be shared. Leading
will always be about relationships. When it becomes about you alone, you are no
longer leading.'
Hollie Leonardi, Captain, Assistant Under Secretary for the Americas and the Caribbean
, The Salvation Army
'There was a very helpful reflection on the relationship between trinity and leadership.
I was helped by the emphasis on vision as emerging and being owned by a group and
not just an individual. I liked the interactive style'
Tonny Jacobsen, Principal, Danish Pentecostal Bible College
'.another key point gained. With the exception of Jesus I've always been reluctant
to accept Bible characters (with their flaws) as role models. New thought (to me)
seeing them as friends or consultants is very helpful'
David Lockhertt, Elder, Wormley Free Church, Hertfordshire
'The atmosphere created during the sessions, where there was an open approach to
people asking questions and making comments was tremendous. It was wonderfully creative
to hear from a whole variety of situations, and to see problems teased out during
our time together'
David Wilson, Pastor of Lerwick Baptist Church
'A very helpful and refreshing balance brought to teaching . it has been both helpful
and enriching to have Viv teach, lead and manage such a disparate, enthusiastic
and vocal group of leaders. He has helped us learn so much from his own input and
to learn from each other in an inspiring and interactive way'
Clive G. Burnard, Senior Pastor, Christchurch Baptist Church
'The understanding of the various perspectives and cultures that Viv portrayed was
comforting and affirming . the transparency made it special for me'
Saleem Ramadan, General Secretary of Association of Baptist Churches in Israel
'Why must this course end! Focusing on God as Trinity will shift us into relationships
as an underlying energy for service.'
John Nkumu, International Management Consultant , Ghana
‘Your insights have been very helpful and revealing making me to crave for more.
I realise I need to read more and examine myself closely to know myself properly
so that I can be more effective in my leadership.’
Revd Joe Amponsah, Ghana Baptist Convention
‘Generally I would rate the sessions as excellent. The most challenging part to
me was when you actually related the biblical principles to real life situations
and talked about how we should deal with them. I think I would need more of such
challenges and insights to become more effective and efficient’
Revd Thomas N.T.C. Ammah, Northern Ghana Baptist Theological Seminary
‘I found this course very helpful for me. I have discovered many of my weaknesses
and at the same time how to overcome them. The fact that you use some of your experiences
(good or bad) was very significant for me. May God bless you.’
Joseph Adjenjou, Directeur, ESBTAO, Ecole Supérieure Baptiste de Théoloie pour l’Afríque
de l’Quest
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