How we work

More Than Gold is like scaffolding – existing on a temporary basis so something permanent can exist.

Our ‘permanent’ dream is the legacy we want to see left behind – a growing and more relevant Church that is continuing to engage with its community through sports and service.

Our structure
As ‘scaffolding’, More Than Gold has already created a structure involving over 200 people from churches and organisations. They make up a series of strategic Programme Teams, one centralised Executive Committee and a Board of Trustees.

To provide maximum support for churches we are developing host coordinators in each of the UK’s nations and regions. Their role is to –

• Host ‘engagement events’ for local leaders this coming October (2011)
• Help local churches to explore ways to work together

Our approach
We serve the Church by -

• Being a catalyst for activity. The word describes us perfectly – ‘Catalyst: something that causes an important event to happen’
• Casting vision so as to open eyes to the opportunities – based on what has happened at past major sports events and the special opportunities 2012 offers
• Working to connect Christians and churches across the country and globe – generating strength through unity and partnership.
• Working to coordinate the opportunities and resources – reducing duplication and maximising opportunities

Throughout we echo the values of Hope 08, one of our key partners. That the good news about Jesus will be expressed in both word and action.