Prophetic Ministry that Builds the Church
Enliven Publishing is the writing and publishing ministry of Helen Calder, in conjunction with a bunch of amazing people.
The mission of Enliven Publishing is to:
- grow healthy prophetic people
- facilitate spiritual renewal
- promote the supernatural gifts of the Spirit, and
- prevent and heal division in the church
through providing timely teaching, training and prophetic ministry.
Enliven Publishing is thrilled to be in connection with The Winepress, our home church in Melbourne, Australia; a church that has the best prophetic community on the planet. I love you guys!
For further information about Helen Calder, to check out the books, and for contact information regarding speaking and prophetic training and ministry opportunities visit the Enliven Publishing website.
To listen to messages by Helen Calder click here.
My Story
It is over 30 years since I stepped out in front of our church to deliver my first prophetic word.
I was 15 years old.
The theme of that first prophecy was intercession and revival, and the vision I received from the Lord at that time is as vivid to me today as it was back then.
During the next two decades, I received a lot of training and mentoring in prophetic ministry and prayer. My husband Malcolm and I went on to serve Jesus in missions ministry and renewal, itinerating in New Zealand, Australia and Asia.
I did not know that there were deep cracks in the foundations of my life and ministry until I hit a wall in 1998. My church in New Zealand went through a difficult time and I was caught up in division.
I write about the events that led up to this and the lessons I learned in the book, ‘Prophetic People In A Changing Church.’
I went through a period of repentance and heart-searching, receiving ministry within my church. I took time to re-examine and sift through the prophetic mentoring I had received, some of which had led me along a pathway of independence from my local church leadership.
At the close of this period, the Lord spoke to me from His words to Peter about his failure and restoration in Luke 22:32:
“And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.”
I was restored and blessed in ministry in my church in New Zealand, before Malcolm and I moved to Australia to take up a ministry position here.
Enliven Publishing has grown out of the initial publishing of two books, one on prophetic ministry in the church and one on prophetic evangelism.
I currently serve on staff at The Winepress Church, where I lead and train people in prophetic ministry as well as engage in itinerant ministry.
My heart’s desire is to help prophetic people to become all they can be: to equip, develop and inspire them to be passionate followers of Jesus and healthy, wholehearted supporters in their churches, flourishing in the use of their spiritual gifts.
I also have a passion for spiritual renewal and igniting Christians and churches to love Jesus, be filled with the Spirit, and to spill that love into their communities and beyond.
This blog, resources and training has emerged from my calling and desire to share with others the lessons and values, as well as knowledge, in prophetic ministry and spiritual renewal that I have learned along the way.
Testimonials
The following two references are from my pastors in New Zealand and Australia and relate to the book, ‘Prophetic People in a Changing Church’:
“I have known Helen Calder since 1994. It has been a remarkable journey, for over that time I have seen many great changes in Helen’s life. Her journey and insights that she has received whilst being a member of our congregation will benefit many people in the church of today. I highly recommend this story to the body of Christ.”
Ps James Anson, Executive Pastor, Missions Director, Elim Christian Centre—City Church, Auckland, New Zealand
‘As I read this [book] my heart leapt with joy that at last, someone with knowledge, experience and who ‘practices what she preaches’, has addressed issues that I, as a pastor have been grappling with for many years.
This is far more than just a textbook to be left on the shelf but rather a workbook that can be explored by both the pastor and the prophetic/prayer people together.
It will lead you to a healthier place if you do. It gives a pathway forward.
This book is written not only from a biblical view, it also encompasses Helen’s remarkable story. I wholeheartedly recommend this text to you and suggest you also buy one for a friend. I know I will!
Arthur Cherrie, Senior Pastor, The Winepress Berwick AOG Church, Melbourne, Australia
For information about the book, Prophetic People in a Changing Church, click here.
