Training to help to highlight and reduce our Unconscious Bias - for clergy and laity in St Albans Diocese What is Unconscious Bias? Research shows that our unconscious preferences play a major part in how we engage with people and make decisions about them - age, body weight, physical attractiveness, skin colour, gender and disability.... Read more »
Have you lost touch with children in your community during the pandemic? Were you struggling to connect with families in meaningful ways before Covid hit? Come join Margaret Pritchard Houston, our Diocesan Children’s Mission Enabler, for an evening exploring what churches with few or no children can do to get started, or to re-start ministries... Read more »
Developing practical skills of personal presence and responding well to challenge. Organised by the Dean of Women’s and Mission Department.Gender, power and authority - Developing the practical skills of personal presence and responding well to challenge This workshop is for anyone who is interested in the themes of gender, power and authority, and who wants... Read more »
Safeguarding module S1 - Safer RecruitmentThis training course is for clergy and others with recruitment responsibilities in the diocese of St Albans.It is recommended for anyone involved in the recruitment of Church officers, paid and unpaid, ordained and lay.The course covers guidance on safer recruitment and appointment processes and the practicalities of vigilance once an... Read more »
This day, divided into three main workshops, focusses on the key areas of generous giving. Firstly we will explore together some theology of money, wealth, poverty, debt and possessions using some key Biblical texts. The second session is focused on our preaching; not to raise funds but to encourage and nurture holistically generous disciples. The... Read more »
An opportunity for everyone who wants to know more about pioneering in the St Albans diocese and to learn more about our training to become a commissioned Pioneer Enabler. The Pioneer Enabler Training is delivered by the diocese of St Albans in partnership with Church Mission Society (CMS). There will be an opportunity to learn... Read more »
Join Christian, our Diocesan Youth Missioner, for a one hour catch-up. Our theme is “rebuilding team” and we will be discussing how to find, equip and encourage new leaders and helpers for youth activities. Everyone involved (or looking to get involved) in supporting young people is very welcome to join us. Register online via the... Read more »
An opportunity for everyone who wants to know more about pioneering in the St Albans diocese and to learn more about our training to become a commissioned Pioneer Enabler. The Pioneer Enabler Training is delivered by the diocese of St Albans in partnership with Church Mission Society (CMS). There will be an opportunity to learn... Read more »
Instead of just “going back to normal,” join us and special guest Kay Morgan-Gurr, from the Additional Needs Alliance to think about how to return in a way that’s more inclusive. How can our churches – both in the building and online – be places where children and adults with additional needs and disabilities can... Read more »
A created space for anyone who identifies as a Pioneer within our diocese, whether you are lay or ordained. This is a wonderful opportunity to make the most of a monthly space to build friendships, partnerships and perhaps develop more resources for Pioneers in our diocese! If you’d like to join us, just drop us... Read more »
Choirs and music groups are a key way many churches connect with young people. Join us as we consider how to rebuild or start new music projects for young people and how it can help them grow in faith. No need to book, just join us here. You can view details of all the Flourishing Churches'... Read more »
A guide to the Mission Action Planning process using a new tool.New Year, New Plans. Guiding you through the Mission Action Planning process, using a practical new tool. As always with planning, this works best if you bring a team - so please join us with PCC members and anyone interested from your parish.Join us... Read more »