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Friday, 12 July 2024 10:44

Derby to host vocational event for disabled and neurodivergent people

St Alkmund's Church in Derby is to host one of a series of vocational events for those who are disabled or neurodivergent.

The event, on Saturday, 21 September, could give those who are deaf, disabled or neurodivergent the opportunity to explore their sense of calling to lay or ordained ministry, in a safe, accessible space with engaging presentations by keynote speakers.

The speakers at the Derby event are:

  • Haydon Spenceley - Peterborough Diocese Director of Ordinands
  • Lynda Herbert - Licensed Lay Minister, Diocese of Derby Disability Inclusion Action Group member

Drawing directly from their own lived experience, they will share their stories and talk about how they worked through their sense of vocation.

They’ll also be able to answer questions about how accessible they found the discernment process and how they were able to deal with barriers which arose in connection with their disability and difference.

The national Disability Project is working to improve accessibility, inclusion and participation for those who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent in all aspects of our church life, as part of the Church of England’s vision to be ‘younger and more diverse’.

For full details, visit https://www.churchofengland.org/resources/barrier-free-belonging/explore-your-calling

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