FIEC is not a top-down denomination; our emphasis is on member churches ministering to each other and co-operating together.   Wherever possible, we encourage churches to work together in groups, each with its own appointed Visitor.  However, some things are organised centrally by the Council. These include:

• personal visits to pastors and congregations for their encouragement and practical support.

• advisory services including specialist trust advice and help with legal and financial matters.

• confidential guidance to pastors and churches through the Pastors’ Association and the FIEC’s Care and Recognition Team.

• publications such as our free magazine Together; the FIEC Directory listing churches and ministers as well as giving information on the extensive range of FIEC activities and ministries; and the Churches’ Handbook containing practical information on every aspect of church life.

• occasional conferences and other events on matters relevant to gospel churches. 

Reports, prayer letters and relevant information bulletins are sent to each church several times a year.