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The Diocesan Advisory Committee (the DAC) is a statutory diocesan committee appointed by the Bishop. It offers advice to Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) and the Chancellor of the Diocese and Archdeacons, in relation to proposed works and matters affecting church buildings, their contents and churchyards, having due regard to the role of a church as a local centre of worship and mission. It also advises on the care and development of church buildings more generally. All DAC can only be attended by those on the DAC Board.

This online event will take place on Teams over two sessions, starting on Monday, 08 September, 2025 followed by a second session on Monday, 15 September, 2025, both starting at 6pm.

The Diocesan Advisory Committee (the DAC) is a statutory diocesan committee appointed by the Bishop. It offers advice to Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) and the Chancellor of the Diocese and Archdeacons, in relation to proposed works and matters affecting church buildings, their contents and churchyards, having due regard to the role of a church as a local centre of worship and mission. It also advises on the care and development of church buildings more generally. All DAC can only be attended by those on the DAC Board.

Explore the Bishop’s Palace and Gardens, home of the Bishops of Peterborough for over 900 years.

This event will take place at Bouverie Court.

Research shows that churches which regularly run enquirers courses-even with only 2 or 3 attending-see consistent growth in their numbers and depth of faith. Join the Diocesan Mission Team to explore some of the "off the peg" enquirers courses (Alpha, Christianity Explored and Start Course), how to go about organising, inviting and running a course; also the key principles of listening, generous hospitality and faith journeys. This training is an online event.

Research shows that churches which regularly run enquirers' courses-even with only 2 or 3 attending, see consistent growth in their numbers and depth of faith. Join the Diocesan Mission Team to explore some of the "off the peg" enquirers' courses (Alpha, Christianity Explored and Start Course), how to go about organising, inviting and running a course; also the key principles of listening, generous hospitality and faith journeys.

This in-person event will take place over two sessions, starting on Monday, 22 September, 2025 followed by a second session on Monday, 29 September, 2025, both starting at 10am. This course will take place at Bouverie Court, 6 The Lakes, Northampton, NN4 7YD.

If you are within the Northampton Archdeaconry and are considering undertaking a development project within your church, such as the installation of a toilet, servery, or other invasive works, please book a visit with our DAC Secretary for this date.

Whether you’re a regular Forest Church leader or just interested in exploring worship outside for the first time, join us for a family-friendly, relaxed Outdoor Church Gathering. There will be opportunities to worship together and walk alongside our experienced workshop hosts in small groups.