Introduction

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Lay Ministry and Lay Training in the Diocese of Derby is overseen by the Lay Ministry Officer, Dr Esther Elliott:

 

Telephone 01332 388674

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Training and Development

Mission and Ministry Team

Derby Church House

Full Street

Derby

DE1 3DR

Journey in Faith (JiF)

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What is Journey in Faith?

Journey in Faith is a three 10-week term Christian discipleship course which runs from September to July. It's taught using a set of course manuals, in small, local groups.

 

Who can join?

JiF is open to all – although some understanding of the basics of Christian faith would be beneficial to your overall study.

 

What does it cost?

In the academic year 2011-12 we are charging £120 for the whole course, and it may be that your local church or denomination will be able to help with this expense.

 

Where does it happen?

Depending on student numbers and availability of tutors, we organise local tutorial groups throughout the region. There will be some teaching days (one or two per term) organised in each county.

 

In 2011/2012 the following tutor groups will be running:

 

DERBY

Meeting at Derby Cathedral on Tuesday evenings 7.30pm from Tuesday 27th September 2011

 

CRICH

Meeting at The Glebe Field Centre on Monday evenings 7.30pm from Monday 3rd October 2011

 

WIRKSWORTH

Meeting at Bradbourne Village Hall on Tuesday evenings 7.30pm from Tuesday 27th September 2011

 

GLOSSOP

Meeting at Glossop Vicarage on Tuesday evenings 7.30pm from Tuesday 27th September 2011

 

What happens next?

If God is calling you to some form of recognised, licensed or ordained ministry then Journey of Faith will be a starting point for the appropriate training course. This will be explained as we go along.

 

How do I join?

Complete the booking form (see attachment below) and return it to the relevant address.

 

The course is delivered locally in thirty week-night sessions of two hours.

 

Running through all 3 terms will be opportunities to spend time discerning our gifts, hearing God's call and making our response to God.

 

Folders of study material and resources will be provided.

Written work is not obligatory, but there will be the option of completing one project per term.

 

If you have any queries please contact:

 

Mrs Amy Rees 01332 388670 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

 

Lay Training Opportunities

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We offer an annual programme of training events which are open to all, but that also form part of the Authorised Lay Ministry Initial Training Programme.

 

Please see the current programme below.

 

The three lay ministry training streams are:

 

• Pastoral Care
• Parish-based Mission and Evangelism
• Working with Children, Young People and Families

 

For more information, please contact:

 

Dr Esther Elliott

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