Churches Unite Ahead of Manchester God Loves You Tour

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Attendees arrived and registered, sharing a time of fellowship over tea ahead of the gathering.
Reji Varghese, pastor of Lighthouse North, opened the gathering by welcoming church leaders and thanking them for their shared heart to see lives changed through the Gospel.
Scott Lenning, BGEA Executive Festival Director, encouraged church leaders with the vision of the ministry and welcomed speakers who shared opportunities for churches to partner in the upcoming outreach.
Debra Green OBE, founder of Redeeming Our Communities, led church leaders in prayer, reflecting on John 3:16 and encouraging pastors to pray for those they long to see come to Christ at the October outreach.
The importance of travelling together was highlighted by Steven Bowring, who spoke about hiring coaches and buses—not just as transport, but as an evangelistic opportunity for families and friends to journey together.
Pastors and church leaders united in worship, lifting songs of praise and declaring God’s faithfulness during the God Loves You Tour Kick-off.
A lunch break provided an opportunity for church leaders to fellowship and connect with one another.
Church leaders filled the room as they gathered for worship, prayer, and vision during the God Loves You Tour Kick-Off.
Ben Jeffery, pastor of SoulCity Church, urged leaders to make the most of the moment God has set before them.
Training materials were provided to help churches equip members to share their faith ahead of the God Loves You Tour.
The God Loves You Tour will take place in Manchester in October 2026. Find out more and prayerfully consider how you and your church can be part of what God is doing.