Discipleship: Start This Way: Beginning to live as an everyday Christian disciple
Comprehensive manual for taking the first steps as a Christian disciple
Learning how to follow Jesus in normal everyday life. Discipleship: Start This Way offers comprehensive formation in discipleship, with a distinctive emphasis on the difference discipleship makes in our lived experience day to day. Both a resource for the enquirer and a tool for anyone wanting to support someone in their faith journey, this book provides an accessible and grounded route into the beginnings of discipleship, with a clear explanation of what it looks and feels like to become a disciple and to start to live as one.
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18 April 2025
Title | Discipleship: Start This Way: Beginning to live as an everyday Christian disciple |
Author | Guy Donegan-Cross |
Description | Learning how to follow Jesus in normal everyday life. Discipleship: Start This Way offers comprehensive formation in discipleship, with a distinctive emphasis on the difference discipleship makes in our lived experience day to day. Both a resource for the enquirer and a tool for anyone wanting to support someone in their faith journey, this book provides an accessible and grounded route into the beginnings of discipleship, with a clear explanation of what it looks and feels like to become a disciple and to start to live as one. |
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Learning how to follow Jesus in normal everyday life. Discipleship: Start This Way offers comprehensive formation in discipleship, with a distinctive emphasis on the difference discipleship makes in our lived experience day to day. Both a resource for the enquirer and a tool for anyone wanting to support someone in their faith journey, this book provides an accessible and grounded route into the beginnings of discipleship, with a clear explanation of what it looks and feels like to become a disciple and to start to live as one.
Revd Guy Donegan-Cross is currently Enabler of Learning for Discipleship and Mission for Church of England Birmingham, where he has responsibility for resourcing a culture of discipleship across a hugely diverse area. He has engaged in parish ministry in four different contexts, most recently leading St Mark’s, Harrogate. He is chair of the Simeon’s patronage trust, with responsibility for the patronage of 180 livings across England. He is passionate about discipleship, the relationship between charismatic and contemplative spirituality, and political and environmental concerns. He loves amateur dramatics, improvisation, live music, novels, walking, jazz, and his Norfolk Terrier Bess.
‘As Jesus-followers we are certainly called to be disciples… Guy’s new books are a fantastic, wise and highly readable resource exploring why we might want to consider the call to discipleship, and how we might intentionally jump into this life-giving adventure.’ The Revd Ali Herbert, head of discipleship, Gas Street Church, Birmingham
‘Start this Way is an outstanding summary of the challenges, experi- ences and practices of those who want to be apprentices of Jesus. It is honest and practical, culturally sensitive and rooted in scripture.’ Phil Knox, evangelist, author and missiologist, Evangelical Alliance
‘It is a book full of joy and pragmatic realities that are excellent for novice and experienced disciples. It is a reminder, affirmation, and framework of their journey, full of scripture, personal stories and profound truths handed down through the ages.’ The Revd Canon Dr Sharon Prentis, deputy director, Church of England racial justice unit
‘This book is a treasure trove of wisdom, offering practical insights for living as a Christian disciple. Donegan-Cross blends personal stories, biblical teachings and actionable advice, making it essential for both new and seasoned believers… May it inspire you to embrace Jesus’ abundant life and walk confidently as his disciples.’ The Rt Revd Saju Muthalaly, bishop of Loughborough
‘Such a clear, engaging and helpful exploration of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus today.’ James Lawrence, CPAS leadership champion
‘What is a “missionary disciple”? And how can I become one? In these highly accessible and practical books, Guy invites all of us on to the journey and gives us a map and a compass. ’ The Revd Stephen Hance, dean of Toronto