LINKS
A quarterly round up of ministerial resources beyond the diocese.
Sent to clergy and licensed lay ministers from the Diocese of Peterborough's Adult Education Department
Email: liz.holdsworth@peterborough-diocese.org.uk
Website: www.peterborough-diocese.org.uk/ministry/adulteducation
Conferences, training, events & resources for all involved in mission & ministry in Peterborough Diocese
In this edition:
Children & Young People
Discipleship in the World
Events & Conferences
Short Courses
Longer Courses
Retreats, Quiet Days & Pilgrimages
Books & Resources
Websites
Looking Ahead....
CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE Top
Hope UK are able to offer a number of free places on the following funded courses in
Northampton:
Young People, Drugs and the Role of the Youth Worker (2-day course).
Wed 17 & 24 March or Thurs 18 & 25 March, 9am – 5pm. A practical training programme for Youth Workers, or anyone working with young people, covering Information, Signs and symptoms, Issues,Prevention and intervention strategies.
Drug Prevention for Family Workers (2-day course).
Wed 21 & 28 April or Thurs 22 & 29. A practical training programme for anyone working with children, parents of young children, or providing family support at Health Clinics, Nurseries, Community Centres, SureStart Children Centres, Churches, etc.
For further info: Camille Cummings at c.cummings@hopeuk.org or 07722 – 896 247
Young Disciples: Cross-Cultural Mission - Wed 19 May
At LICC, London. Dr Andrew Smith from Birmingham's Youth Encounter project & Scripture Union gives practical guidance on working with young people from different faith backgrounds with a particular focus on Islam. 10.30am-1.30pm. £10. www.licc.org.uk 020 7399 9555. Vere Street, London W1G 0DQ.
Young People and Mental Health
A training and reflection day for Christian youth workers, 3 July in Birmingham. More details from www.fyt.org.uk/showdetails,pdf,131.htm
New or revised booklets: Well-Being and Spirituality - Nigel Pimlott and Sally Nash (to be
published by Grove in March @ £3.50.); Eating Disorders and When The Pain Won't Go
Away - Self-Harm (both by Jo Fitzsimmons to be published by FYT in February @ £3.25)
Order from: frontier@fyt.org.uk 0121 687 3505
DISCIPLESHIP IN THE WORLD Top
London Institute of Contemporary Christianity www.licc.org.uk 020 7399 9555
Vere Street, London W1G 0DQ
ACW Christian Writers Awards - May 11.
Nominate local church and community writing that expresses biblical truth in a creative and
relevant way..
The Joy of Work: Encountering and Responding to God in the Whole of Life –
Sat April 24 at Warrington Collegiate, Winwick Road, Warrington, WA2 8QA. Peter
Sinclair and Dr Shirley Jenner lead a morning exploring the significance of our work to
God. 9.30am-1pm. £10. 01244 380 827 or ratterh@aol.com
Toolbox course - Mon 14 - Fri 18 June
if you're eager to sharpen your skills in biblical and cultural engagement
CONFERENCES Top
Mission in multi-faith communities
A one-day conference on Wed 10 March, 9.45-3.30 at Salvation Army HQ, London, organised by Livability Training. How can the Church engage in the community in a way that is inclusive but also distinctively Christian? Facilitated by Richard Sudworth, a CMS mission partner and consultant withthe organisation Faith to Faith. £20 incl. lunch and is payable on the day. For details or to book, contact Jill Clark 020 7452 2018 or email jclark@livaiblity.org.uk
Discovering Sacred Britain
A discussion about openness, information, interpretation and hospitality with artists,
educationalists, tourist authorities and those who care about community cohesion. Gorton Monastery, Manchester - Thursday 18 March, 10am - 4pm. 01768 777671
info@discoveringsacredbritain.org.uk www.discoveringsacredbritain.org.uk
Theology and the Arts
12-14 April at Manchester University http://www.theologysociety.org.uk/ The Society for the Study of Theology's 59th annual conference, exploring issues such as: What is the relationship between different art forms and other modes of theological interpretation? Is art true, or subjective, or both? What are the limitations of artistic representation? How may art be employed in teaching, whether in church or academy? What are the places of art in prayer and liturgy? Plenary speakers will include Richard Bauckham, David Brown, Eamon Duffy,
Terry Eagleton, Anne-Marie Korte, Jacqueline Osherow and Janet Soskice.Final bookings deadline will be 23 March. Book on website.
The Anglican Way: how can our buildings and our worship speak of who we are? Study day
Tues 11 May at Peterborough Cathedral with Richard Giles, 11am-2.30pm. £20 incl. lunch.
020 7776 7545 natalie@scmpress.co.uk
Pastoral Conference on Forgiveness
Bridge Pastoral Foundation, formerly the Clinical Theology Association, is holding its Annual Conference at the Hayes Conference Centre, Swanwick, from July 26-30, looking at forgiveness from various perspectives, from theological to psychological to sociological.The conference would be of interest to those involved in pastoral care, the training of ministers or pastoral visitors, to those being prepared for ministry, or to anyone working at the meeting of theology and psychology. Julie Nicholson resigned from ordained ministry following the death of her daughter in the 7/7 London bombings and now works creatively with people on issues of life, death, fall and redemption, love and betrayal. Fr Edmund Power will consider issues of reconciliation, and address weakness and strength in spiritual growth.There will also be workshops, social occasions, daily worship,& groups for personal growth. www.bridgepastoral.org.uk 0151 652 0429
admin@bridgepastoral.org.uk Prices start @ £380.
Peterborough Diocesan Evangelical Fellowship
Christian Influence in a PC World, 15-16 March. Speaker(s) from the Christian Institute,
Newcastle. Mon 7.45pm Moulton Parish Church; Tues St James’, Thrapston 10am AGM,
10.30 Speaker.
Revd Rico Tice - Sunday 16 May, 6.30pm Kings Heath—bring a friend to hear the gospel.
Monday 17 May, 10.30am Emmanuel, Weston Favell: Growing Church, Growing
Christians in a PC World. For details: Andrew Presland 01933 316927
andrewpresland@harboroughroad58freeserve.co.uk
SHORT COURSES Top
St John’s Nottingham ext.studies@stjohns-nottm.ac.uk 0115 968 3237
www.stjohns-nottm.ac.uk
Listening Skills 27–31 March - A substantial listening course for anyone involved in pastoral care at church or in the workplace. You can also use this basic introduction to counselling training as entry to our Postgraduate Counselling Diploma this autumn.
Fit for the Purpose 16–18 April - An excellent opportunity to explore vocation for anyone who knows God is calling them (not necessarily to ordination!). You can choose either a residential weekend or a short distance learning course or both!
'Top Up Your Theology' 19–23 April - Canon Dr Christina Baxter and members of St John’s
College Faculty share the latest developments in their subject areas. Topics include Biblical Studies, Mission and the future of the Anglican Communion. Single days £50 (incl. lunch, evening meal and refreshments but no overnight accomm.) Special inclusive price for whole week
(5 nights) £350. Also summer schools and other courses in theology or counselling.
LONGER COURSES Top
York St John University PGDip/MA Course in Consultancy for Mission and Ministry - 2-year course in consultancy skills for those responsible for mission strategy and helping others with their work and ministry. Based on a distance learning format with workbooks covering the main strands of Organisational Studies, Mission Theology and Practice, and Consultancy Praxis. Students are supported by an ecumenical tutor team and six short residentials over the two years. For further info, including a course handbook contact Siân Henderson at s.henderson@yorksj.ac.uk 01904 876430 / 07809 431871. For a conversation with a
tutor contact Dr Helen Cameron 01865 877420 or Revd Ian Johnson 01609 770853
RETREATS, QUIET DAYS & PILGRIMAGES Top
Praxismidlands: Rites on the way round, Thurs 18 March.
A day to explore the theology and practice of pilgrimage, and pilgrimage liturgies in their various forms. 9.45am for 10.30am until 3pm at Birmingham Cathedral. Cost: £15.00 (affiliates £12). Details at: http://www.praxismidlands.org.uk/next_event.html: or call 01905 734833.
Guy Chester Centre, London: Colours of Life
A creative retreat, Friday 6pm – Sun 2pm, 12-14 March 020-8883-8204
www.chestercentre.org.uk £115 fully residential or £65 non-residential. Give yourself time with God on this Lenten retreat weekend to reflect and be creative using the written word,
drawing, painting and collage. An opportunity to try something different in the company of gentle and encouraging leaders (Maureen Stringer and team).
Durham Cathedral: Holy Week Retreat programme
29 March–2 April. £160pp. non-residential (plus £30pp B&B). 0191 334 3337 stchads.conference@durham.ac.uk
St Luke’s Church, Norwich NR3 2HF: Christian Insight Meditation & How to go deeper May 7/8, with Mary Jo Meadow, Professor of Psychology as well as Religious
Studies & one of the most experienced practitioners of contemplative prayer in the
world today. For more details please contact Nicholas Vesey on 01603 416973, nicholas.
vesey@btopenworld.com or visit www.norwichmeditation.co.uk
UKLTG Ltd : Pilgrimages, Holidays & Conferences
01482 562455 www.ukltg.com 5 Brampton Court, Brough, East YorkshireHU15 1DZ
The Theology of Michael Ramsey
Easter Study Day: Thurs 8 April, 10.30am-3.30pm. St Mary Abbots Centre, Kensington, London W8. Speaker: Douglas Dales, author of Glory: The Spiritual Theology of Michael Ramsey. £14 including coffee, lunch and tea. Students and concessions: £10
Pilgrimage to Iona with Bishop David Hope - 19-24 April. Leaves from York - 5 days on
the island of Iona with addresses and regular eucharists. Half Board £475.
Celtic Summer Pilgrimage – 2-9 August. Holy Island, Bamburgh, Lastingham, Whitby & Monkwearmouth. Based at St Chad's College, Durham with regular worship in Durham Cathedral. Led by Revd Rob Marshall (Thought for the Day Radio 4). Mainly Half Board
£450.
Launde Abbey www.launde.org.uk 01572 717254 suzanne@launde.org.uk
Check the website for the latest Retreats, Quiet Days and Special Events for February – April 2010. Quiet days £30 incl. coffee, lunch and tea. Everyone is welcome. FAMILY EVENTS
Mothering Sunday Lunch - 14 March £14.75 (Children under 12: £9 & under 3s free).
Easter Lunch – Sun 4 April. Also be activities for children, including an Easter Egg Hunt. £16
(Children under 12: £10 & under 3s free, including the Easter Egg Hunt; Family ticket - 2
Adults and 2 children £47).
Resources for clergy at Sheldon, Dunsford, Exeter www.sheldon.uk.com 01647 252752
smm@sheldon.uk.com
Constructing Co-operation: reducing bullying and its impact. Safe, practical, essential
training for anyone in ministry who is being bullied or supporting someone else struggling
with the problem. 7– 9 March. £220.
12,000-mile Service weeks. A few places still available for 9–14 May. £400 fully inclusive.
Reading Weeks. Ideal space for retreat, study or relaxing. 11–16 April, £240 or £50/night.
20% ministry discount.
The top quality Linhay Lodges and Pig Pens are ideal for people who want good quality space to do their own thing, or people who need an emergency bolt-hole with one-to-one support. Self-catering or with a stocked larder.
www.clergyforum.org.uk An excellent resource for mutual support and sharing good practice on all issues relating to clergy health and welfare.
BOOKS & RESOURCES Top
For this edition’s Book Review: Local church, local school by Margaret Withers, Barnabas, 2010, isbn 978 1 84101 586 6. Previewed by Rona Orme, click on: http://www.peterborough-diocese.org.uk/downloads/reviewchurchschool.pdf
Recent titles from Grove
All titles 28 pages, £3-50 postage free in UK. www.grovebooks.co.uk 01223 464748
BIBLE: B53 The Message and Meaning of the Book of Lamentations; B54 Jesus is Lord: Why Early Christians Believed This and Why it Mattered; EDUCATION: eD1: Church Schools: A Mission-Shaped Vision; ETHICS: E155 Assisted Suicide: Drawing a Line in the Sand; EVANGELISM: Ev88 Challenging Questions for Churches wanting to grow;
PASTORAL: P119 Leading Change in the Church (and involving everyone in the process); P120 Ministry Burnout; RENEWAL:R38 How to Preach a good sermon: a practical guide; SPIRITUALITY: S83 Fasting: a fresh look at an old Discipline; S111 Three Holy Habits. . .that will change your life; WORSHIP: W160 Death and dying step by step: a funerals flowchart; W185 Mothering Sunday; W190 Introducing Times and Seasons: 2.The Easter Cycle; W193 Sowing in Tears: how to lament in a church of praise; W201 How to choose songs and hymns for worship; YOUTH: Y16 Young People and Money; Y17 Location, location, location.
The Best Idea in the World
Mark Greene explores the dynamic difference that a fresh look at Jesus' familiar instruction can make to almost any decision we make -- in any area of life-- from buying a microwave to choosing a job, from church to chat-rooms, from parenting to politics, from where we put the TV to where we live. Full of humour, insight, down-to-earth stories and up-to-date research, Mark explores how putting relationships first in our thinking and living is not only a liberating basis for our personal lives but a robust and dynamic foundation for our society and our global community. £5-99.
In addition to the Fresh Expressions website
http://www.freshexpressions.org.uk/ , an additional resource is 'Share' at
http://www.sharetheguide.org/. This aims to offer resources and a forum to those involved in Fresh Expressions - so it is possible to include provisional and 'kite flying' ideas.
Pioneer Ministry and Fresh Expressions of Church http://www.spckpublishing.co.uk/cat/
show.php?9780281061136
Confident Christianity
Have you ever been at your desk, in the staff room or out on a job,when in the course of conversation a colleague asks why the innocent suffer? Perhaps one of the most paralysing fears that stop us from sharing our faith is the idea that our friends will be full of impossible questions that we can't even begin to answer. Well, Confident Christianity, devised to help you answer the most commonly asked questions, may be a course for you! Developed by Christian Medical Fellowship, this day course is applicable to all workplace Christians & is touring the UK. For more info: www.transformworkuk.org or email alexbunn@btinternet.com
Forward in Mission is a book of almost fifty pages with articles by ten Christian leaders within the Diocese of Peterborough, published recently by the Peterborough Diocesan Evangelical Fellowship. Each chapter features individual testimonies and experience of ministry, offering ideas and advice that can be used by churches of any tradition. Lord Brian Mawhinney has written the foreword, saying: “Here are down to earth examples of ministry to young and old; town, country and housing estate. Christian men and women The result is new life and spiritual growth.” Requests for copies can be e-mailed to admin@moultonchurch.co.uk. Individual copies can then be obtained by sending a £1 coin and a stamped addressed A5 envelope, or people can be invoiced for orders of a minimum of 10 copies (with the charge for ten copies being £12.50 including postage & packing).
WEBSITES Top
A few reminders of useful websites:
If you have not looked at the reJesus website recently, it is well worth checking out - numerous self-contained short 'modules' which (in various combinations) offer visual material / soundtracks / comment / reflection opportunities. There is very likely material you could signpost in response to questions from those looking for non-patronising resources for developing faith - or maybe some 'modules' might at times be suggested as a possible 'homework task' exercise for a lay course / group.http://www.rejesus.co.uk/.
How to do Mission Action Planning
http://www.spckpublishing.co.uk/cat/show.php?9780281061228 For more info on MAP in your parish, contact miles.baker@peterborough-diocese.org.uk 01604 887043
The website of the Church Army's research centre gives access to a variety of useful information / reminders and links. For example, there is a section on work with older people. http://www.churcharmy.org.uk/sheffieldcentre/
http://www.unlock-urban.org.uk/resources.php UNLOCK's work has focused on work with people now described as "text-shy". It's worth looking at the information on 'Unlock's approach in brief', which illustrates how they approach sessions / bible studies etc in a slightly different way from many. Their resources - quite a few downloadable - aim to encourage work in this way.
Tailor made communications training programme is now available online at www.commstraining.cofe.anglican.org New for 2010 is 'Get an effective website', which offers a website clinic where delegates can get personalised feedback and tips on their church's website. New media courses: 'Better blogging' and 'Connect with your community online' have been revised, in order to allow for a more in-depth look at these topics. And, if you need to give your magazine a new lease of life, practise your TV and radio interview skills or brush up on your public speaking, visit the website above for more information, or call 020 7898 1465.
Oxford Biblical Studies online. A subscription service enabling colleges and seminaries to
provide access to Oxford University Press' Biblical studies reference materials to their
students wherever they are located. http://www.oxfordbiblicalstudies.com/Public/Home.
html?url=%2Fapp%3Fservice%3Dexternalpagemethod%26method%3Dview%26page%
3DHome&failReason=).
LOOKING AHEAD....Top
Hunger- The Global Challenge - 20–26 September
International Rural Church Association Conference. Local Hosts: Churches European Rural Network Landjugendakademie, in Altenkirchen, Germany www.irca.net.nz
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