Training Opportunities within the Diocese

Ministry Mondays

An hour long online workshop on the third Monday of every month 1-2pm.  We shall discuss a range of topics that are pertinent to parish life.  We shall advertise events three months in advance so do keep checking to see what is coming up.

Join the Ministry Mondays sessions here

All things young people

Monday 18 May, 1pm to 2pm
Online via Zoom 

A chance to meet the new Diocesan Lead for Growing Younger and the wider Growing Younger.
 

Following St Francis of Assisi: lessons for everyday ministry

led by Simon Cocksedge and Brother Samuel SSF

Monday 15 June, 1pm to 2pm
Online via Zoom 

The 800th anniversary of Francis' death is 4 October 2026. In this session, Br Samuel SSF [Franciscan friar] and Simon Cocksedge [Third Order Franciscan] will each offer brief presentations considering how this significant Franciscan date might be used in everyday ministry this autumn. There will also be time for discussion and sharing of ideas. 

Employment Law: HR advice for employers

Mon 20 July 2026

With the HR Team

This session is intended to be practical and relevant for employers in a church context, and will provide the opportunity for you to ask questions and get signposts to support. Some of the topics will include good recruitment practice, the Employment Rights Act changes, probation periods, contracts of employment, performance management. diversity and inclusion and sickness absence