See below for courses and conferences which are not part of any formal diocesan training programme:

General Conferences & Courses >>
Youth Training/Events >>
Communications Training in the East Midlands >>
Morley Retreat House >>
Sozein (Horsley Woodhouse) >>
Launde Abbey >>
St John’s Nottingham >>
Anglican Training & Learning Events >>
Communications Unit, Church House, Westminster >>

General Conferences & Courses

Mission shaped ministry course 2009-2010

This year long, part-time, ecumenical course is being run in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire from September 2009 to equip individuals and teams to be more effective in mission and to explore ideas for fresh expressions. Full details of the course, with an endorsement from Bishop Alastair, can be found in the documents listed on the All Clergy page of GrapeVine.

Alpha Express Course, Derby
From 30 September

St. Peter's City Centre Church is hosting the Alpha Express Course on Wednesdays from September 30 – November 11.

Church members are welcome to attend, from 12.30-1.15pm, with lunch provided. All are welcome, including those who live or work in or near the city centre, or are out of work, retired or just have some spare time.

This will be an appropriate occasion to bring friends who would like to explore questions of faith. For registration or more details, contact St. Peter’s Church Office on 01332 360790, office@stpetersderby.org.uk.

Are you a volunteer caring for your church building?
Saturday, 3rd October, 10 am - 4 pm
at All Saints Wingerworth

If so the DAC is encouraging you to attend a free training day, run by the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB), to help you recognise potential problems, tackle common maintenance tasks, understand inspections and reports and know when to call in expert help. It should be a stimulating and useful event.

10 am – 4 pm, Saturday 3 October at All Saints, Wingerworth
For more information please contact: Kate Minnis, SPAB Faith in Maintenance, 020 7456 0913, katem@spab.org.uk or book online at www.spabfim.org.uk.

Cursillo
8-11 October

Cursillo (pronounced ker-see-yo) is a Spanish word which means 'short course'. It lasts for three days, and is designed to encourage ordinary Christians to have more understanding of their faith, and a fresh joy and vitality in believing. It also helps them to recognise their own gifts and talents, so they can serve more effectively in their own parishes. There are talks on subjects like prayer, study, grace and sacraments. After each talk there is an opportunity for discussion and sharing in small groups. Also, there are times of quiet meditation, and a daily Eucharist. The group becomes a learning, living, praying and sharing Christian community. It is a very special experience - many people find it truly life-enhancing.

The next Cursillo course is from Thursday 8 - Sunday 11 October, at Whaley Hall, Whaley Bridge. The cost for full board is just £75. For more details, please contact the Rev'd Sally Mason, 27, Stretton Road, Morton, Alfreton DE55 6GW, 01773 873508, sallymason@live.co.uk.

Developing Servant Leadership Lecture:
Developing tomorrow’s leaders,
13 October

Guest speaker: the Revd Pete Hughes. Aged 30, Pete is an Ordained Pioneer Minister at St Mary’s, Bryanston Square, London. St Mary’s is the base for the Westminster Theological Centre. Pete was at one time a leader of Soul Survivor and is a creative thinker in the culture of young adults. This evening is part of the training programme Developing Servant Leaders and is open to all who are interested in hearing Pete’s perspective on developing and releasing young leaders and on the styles of leadership that engage most with the young adult culture.

Tuesday 13 October at 7.30pm at All Saints Church Hall, South Wingfield. All welcome. No charge.

To help with the planning please let us know if you wish to attend this event by emailing Sharron at the CDDM office (sharron.howarth@derby.anglican.org) or phoning 01332 388673.

Midlands Praxis Day, Birmingham
15 October

‘Rites on the Way Together’ is the title of the next event at Birmingham Cathedral on Thursday 15 October, 10.30am to 3pm. The day will explore how churches can organise themselves to offer the liturgical, pastoral and practical means to meet the needs and opportunities raised by betrothals, weddings, renewal of vows and the “blessing” of civil marriages. Full information and booking at www.praxismidlands.org.uk.

Course at Old Brampton & Barlow,
starting 15 October

North Chesterfield MMA: BEING HUMAN and DIVINE, 6 Thursdays starting 15 October. 7.30–9, light supper at 7 at Old Brampton and Barlow Rectory, 25 Oldridge Close, Holme Hall, Chesterfield, S40 4UF.

Abortion. Euthanasia. Competition or cooperation? Eternal life—now or then? Rituals—waking to sleeping. So what makes us human? Everyone welcome. No booking needed, just turn up. More info: Stanley Monkhouse, 01246 558112, stanley.monkhouse@btinternet.com.

Temple Studies Group Symposium, London
31 October

The Temple Studies Group promotes and enables study of the Temple in Jerusalem, believing that the world view, traditions, customs and symbolism of the Temple were formative influences on the development of Christianity, The symposia are convened twice a year. They are ecumenical, international, and open to all.

Next session: ‘The Holy Anointing Oil’, Saturday 31 October, 10am-4pm, Temple Church, London. Cost £35. Booking via the website is essential, but please pay on the day.

Details appear on www.templestudiesgroup.com
(Margaret Barker)

Residential for Spiritual Directors
Whirlow Grange
Monday 9 – Tuesday 10 November 2009

An opportunity for those involved in the ministry of Spiritual Direction to gather, share, reflect and discern for two days. Facilitated by Henry Morgan, this is a time for refreshment, resourcing and finding support in our ministries.

Cost: Residential £120.00, non-residential £100.00.

Queries and bookings:
Nick Helm, Whirlow Grange Spirituality Centre,
01142 363173, info@whirlowgrange.co.uk, www.whirlowgrange.co.uk

National Estate Churches Network
12 November conference

Living and working on housing estates can make clergy feel isolated, and the Network offers support, friendship, skills and resources for ministry and mission. Get in touch with the Network at www.nationalestatechurches.org, where you will also find details of the national conference in Birmingham on 12 November and details of how you can help support their work.

Transform Work UK National Conference
14 November

‘Does God Work Here?’ – a conference to energise Christian impact at work. Birmingham Christian Centre, Saturday 14 November. Speakers and workshops – a must for anyone wanting to be more effective and fulfilled at work. www.transformworkuk.org

Resourcing Growth Conference
14 November at Bakewell

This Renewing Ministry day conference at Lady Manners School, Bakewell, will be led by John Preston, CofE National Stewardship and Resources Officer, and hosted by Bishop Alastair.

The day will include workshops with a focus on Money, Buildings, People and Spirituality, and an act of worship. All will be very welcome, particularly those who steward our resources, such as churchwardens and treasurers.

There is no charge – bring a packed lunch, drinks provided. Full details and booking forms available from sharron.howarth@derby.anglican.org.

Mental Health Conference
2 February 2010

A major Mental Health Conference “Culture, Community and Consecration - Mental Health and the exploration of faith” is planned for Tuesday 2 February 2010.

Full details will follow this autumn, or contact Stella Collishaw at Stella.Collishaw@derby.anglican.org, 01332 388685, and subscribe to find newsletter, or visit www.faithinderbyshire.org

11 Day Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
21 – 31 October 2010
With Archdeacon David Garnett and Revd Clive Thrower

Full-board, all entrance fees, gratuities, local guide. (Flying from Manchester). £1540 based on 2 people sharing. Single room and travel insurance extra. ABTA fully covered with McCabe Travel. For information and booking, please contact either Revd Clive Thrower (01629 814863, clive@thrower.org.uk), or the Ven. David Garnett (01246 582130, davidcgarnett@yahoo.co.uk).

Pastoral Skills – the Essential Guide

The Association of Christian Counsellors (ACC) runs an easy-to-use training course in pastoral skills training.

The 22 hours of step-by-step teaching can be used or taught by anyone with a reasonable knowledge of pastoral care. It is available in different formats and versions to suit different needs, starting at £69.99.

More information can be obtained from the ACC on 084 5124 9569/9570 or office@acc-uk.org

An invitation to further reflection!

The Queen's Foundation is pleased to offer priests, ministers, deacons, lay preachers and others the opportunity for part-time study leading to the award of a Post-graduate Diploma or Masters Degree in applied theology. The emphasis is on the development of skills needed to successfully relate theory to practice. Included are generic modules that enable sharp thinking on the basics of applied or practical theology; a course on the use of social sciences in theology; and choices between pathways in Inter-disciplinary Studies, Mission & Christian education.

For further information contact:
The Rev’d Adam Hood,
The Queen's Foundation for Ecumenical Theological Education,
Somerset Road, Birmingham, B15 2QH
ah@queens.ac.uk, 0121 452 2625.

Youth Training/Events

TRAINING FOR YOUTH LEADERS:

ENLIVEN - Youthleader training
Policies and Procedures, Don’t Panic session.
Mon 21st Sept , Marlpool URC Church 7.30pm FREE

Nowadays youth leaders are expected to have to prepare plans, reports, risk assessments and a whole range of “what if” procedures.

This session will guide you through the steps of putting together risk assessments, child protection and management policies as well as look at a whole range of insurance and health and safety issues. Venue: Marlpool URC Church, Chapel Street, Marlpool, DE75 7NA

The session will run from 7:30 - 9:30pm and is FREE of charge. Refreshments will be provided.

You can register by calling 01332 388660 or by emailing alistairlangton@ddbe.org or text 07976 212888

More details of all ENLIVEN events >>

First Aid Course
Tuesday 6th October , Stonegravels Parish Centre, Chesterfield, 7-9.30pm. Cost £8 per person.

This certificated course will cover the essential elements of what to do whilst waiting for an ambulance to arrive. It is essential for anyone who regularly comes into contact with children or young people. On satisfactory completion of the course, an appointed persons certificate will be awarded, which is valid for three years. Register by emailing alistairlangton@ddbe.org or text 07976 212888.

Working with Young People with Disabilities (Including learning difficulties eg Aspergers, or Autism)
Dunham House, Southwell
Wed Oct 7th 6.30pm -9.30pm

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Growing Leaders - Youth Edition
All day training as part of the BIG-E day with Southwell Diocese
Sat 24th October, Minster School Southwell

The training days equip you to run the Growing Leaders Youth Edition course in your own church, as well as giving an opportunity to explore why the teenage years are key for leadership development and offering practical insights into how to mentor, nurture and develop young leaders. Saturday 24th October 2009 at The Minster School, Southwell. As part of the Big E Training day, the annual training day for those in children’s and youth ministry with a vast range of workshops. 9.45-4.15pm.
To book contact Alison Jacobson, Youth Officer for Southwell and Nottingham Diocese, on 01636 817230 or e-mail alisonj@southwell.anglican.org

TRAINING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE:

KITWG (Keeeping in touch with God Weekend)
The Peak Centre, Edale
9th -11th Oct and 16-18 October

The annual residential events for young people from churches in Derby Diocese. The first KITWG is aimed at 11-15 year olds and is led by Alistair Langton, Diocesan Youth Adviser, the second KITWG aimed at 15-21 year olds and led by Adrian Murray Leslie, Warden of the Peak Centre. They are always well great fun and book up quickly, so get your booking form back soon.

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Morley Retreat House

Please note that Morley closed on 1st April 2009.
More details from their website.

Morley Retreat & Conference House,
Church Lane, Morley, Ilkeston, DE7 6DE.
Tel. 01332 831293. morleyretreat@btconnect.com.
www.morleyretreat.co.uk

Sozein (Horsley Woodhouse)

A Churches’ Ministry of Healing Trust

Sozein Discovering Day:
Introduction to Christian mysticism
on Sat May 9, 2-5pm led by the Rev’d Neil Broadbent.
A donation is requested, suggested minimum is £15.

Sozein Quiet Day:
Love’s Endeavour, Love’s Expense
on Fri May 15, 9.30am - 4pm led by Mr Tom West.
A donation is requested, suggested minimum is £12.

The Old Vicarage, Church Lane, Horsley Woodhouse, DE7 6BB.

Tel. 01332 780598.
neil.broadbent@sozein.org.uk
www.sozein.org.uk

Launde Abbey

The Retreat House and Conference Centre for the Dioceses of Leicester and Peterborough is an Elizabethan manor house surrounded by beautiful grounds, offering groups and individuals rest, refreshment and retreats.

Details/bookings: 01572 717254
e-mail laundeabbey@leicester.anglican.org
or visit www.launde.org.uk

St John’s Nottingham

Courses at St John's Nottingham

In Service Study Weeks

Our In Service Study Weeks and Four-week Study Units may be taken in isolation, but also form modules in our BA in Ministry, BA in Theology in Ministry and MA in the Theology of Mission and Ministry. ISSWs are designed primarily for serving clergy and others in full time Christian work. But anyone with previous theological training to diploma level or above is welcome, especially those active in Christian work. We welcome people of all denominations.

Postgraduate Diploma in Pastoral Counselling

A part-time course, integrating professional counselling training with theological understanding of human process and development. Involves 20 taught days at college over an academic year, starting September 2008. Designed for people working in the caring professions, including clergy and pastoral workers, students can exit after a postgraduate certificate or complete the full three year diploma and work towards BACP accreditation. A parallel version is available for non-graduates who have other professional training. All applicants must have studied basic listening skills either at St John's (March) or elsewhere. Applicants normally attend an Open day for informal interviews.

For further details, contact:
The Academic Administrator,
St John’s College, Chilwell Lane, Bramcote,
Nottingham NG9 3DS
0115 925 1114, academic@stjohns-nottm.ac.uk
www.stjohns-nottm.ac.uk

St John’s Extension Studies

Easy access distance learning courses in theology with some residential opportunities. Start any time, study at your own speed. Or choose a combination leading to a Certificate.

Prospectus and details from:
The Rev’d Eileen Turner, Director of Extension Studies,
St John’s College, Chilwell Lane, Bramcote,
Nottingham NG9 3RL
0115 925 1117, ext.studies@stjohns-nottm.ac.uk
www.stjohns-nottm.ac.uk.

Anglican Training and Learning Events:

Open Reader Training Sessions
Some parts of the first year of the Diocesan Reader Training course are now open to others who wish to attend. These sessions are on Saturday mornings at the Glebe Field Centre, Crich.

They are designed for readers in training, so there will be reference to applied learning, such as using the material in preaching, which will not be particularly relevant to those who are not on the Reader's course, but much of the content of this first year is Biblical studies material which will be suitable for anyone who is interested.

Booking: Board of Education, Derby Church House,
01332 388660, E-mail CDDM@derby.anglican.org

Courses at Communications Unit, Church House, Westminster

Courses cost: £100 - £125.
For further information, or to book,
phone 020 7898 1465, or visit: www.commstraining.cofe.anglican.org

The Diocese of Derby is not responsible for courses arranged by other organisations. Details are provided for information only, and may be subject to change without notice.