Changing Scenes: Changing Ministry in a Changing Church in a Changing Land

by Brian Mayne

Using an autobiographical approach Brian Mayne looks at the changes in the way the Church of Ireland worships and in the way its ministry has been carried on from the time of his vocation to the church's priesthood in 1952 to his retirement in 2001. This is set against political, cultural and social changes that have affected the whole of Ireland. From a unique viewpoint he considers changes in the acceptance of authorized lay ministry, the development of non-stipendiary ministry and the process that has led to the 2004 edition of the Book of Common Prayer. A critical appraisal of charismatic renewal as experienced in the Church of Ireland is included. The author also comments on his experience with Orange lodges worshipping in churches in his parishes.

220 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2003

About the author

Brian was born into a travelling fairground family. Further to a nomadic childhood, he left school early with no qualifications and unable to read or write.

He then joined the family amusements business, through which he established a nightclub and became the country’s youngest licensee. Unfortunately, during the UK recession of the late 1980s the business collapsed he lost what seemed like everything: his income, his home and his marriage. He was 29 years old, £1 million in debt and still relatively unable to read or write.

It was at this seemingly low point that Brian discovered the keys to success: that you can change your life by changing your thoughts and feelings about it.

Using simple but powerful techniques, Brian learned to hold positive thoughts by setting goals, and through those goals he gradually transformed both himself and his life.

20 years later, and Brian is an international speaker on human potential, and has empowered hundreds of thousands of people with his unique systems for success.