Methodist city parish sends one of its pastors roaming the streets

Tuesday, October 4th, 2016

An inner-city parish has sent one of its pastors roaming the streets.

Rob Ferguson joined the Durham St Methodist Mission in July and now spends 40 hours a week walking through Christchurch’s recovering CBD.

In plain clothes and with just a tablet, cell phone and backpack, Ferguson’s mission is simple: Talk to people. Continue reading

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