Monthly Archives: November 2012

“What brings you here?” I was asked in a church in Jesmond Sunday evening. “Well we’ve been plotting the overthrow of Satan’s empire in the city of Newcastle”. A mischievous answer to an innocent question, but Diane, my host that … Continue reading →

Posted on November 27, 2012 by philsawiblog | Leave a comment

Pandering or Partnering?

Posted on November 19, 2012 by philsawiblog

Thursday was the day.  The two big agenda items for our Steering Group were defining the ethos of Real Deal and unlocking local NHS funding.  With both Karis Neighbour Scheme and St Martins around the table, we agreed that we … Continue reading →

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The Real Deal: a new model for mental health

Posted on November 12, 2012 by philsawiblog

About 18 months ago, a senior figure in the Mental Health Service walked into my front room buzzing with excitement at the idea God seemed to have dropped into his mind and heart.  He had heard me speak two years … Continue reading →

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Gearing up for the future

Posted on November 5, 2012 by philsawiblog

Last Thursday I had a very encouraging cup of coffee with a longstanding friend of Agape in the city.  As we walked away together, he said to me “I admire you people who have to live by vision and passion … Continue reading →

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