Christians have been doing youth work in schools for decades now, but schools today look very different than they did even ten years ago. They are ever-evolving and our approaches and work we do should adapt and change with our context. The SchoolsworkUK Day Conference is a day dedicated to helping resource and equip all those who work with young people in school or want to start. After being at home, young people spend more time in school than anywhere…
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LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® is an innovative way to develop your children’s ministry team, as well as your work with children and young people. You will enter a 'hands-on' world where everyone participates and contributes to discussions and key conversations. Using the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method and materials, this day will empower you to bring a powerful and practical dimension to your work. The cost of the day is £15 (£25 for those outside the Diocese) although if you’re in St…
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In a culture with higher pressures to succeed, 24/7 online presence, global instability and a constant bad news cycle, young people are increasingly struggling to know how to cope. As professionals we are seeing an increasing rise in disclosures around anxiety and can be unsure how best to respond and support. Anxiety in Adolescence is a 3-hour course that not only highlights the pressures that young people are facing today, but also key methods of support, including school-wide/organisation-wide and individual…
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The importance of nurturing and encouraging healthy self-esteem in young people is essential. Not only does a young person’s sense of ‘self’ impact their wellbeing and mental health, it also gives them the ability to make healthy decisions and better navigate the landscape of adolescence. We ensure that each delegate is given the knowledge to recognise the importance of understanding ‘self,’ including developing the skills and theory of understanding the emotional, evaluative and cognitive components of self-esteem. The training also…
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Diddy Disciples is a creative and playful worship and Bible storytelling resource for babies, toddlers and young children. Diddy Disciples aims to encourage participation, discipleship and leadership from children's earliest years, using storytelling, singing, colour, repetition, art and lots and lots of movement! During this evening, the author of Diddy Disciples, The Revd Sharon Moughtin-Mumby, will lead us through: Diddy Disciples: the story Diddy Disciples: the 7 principles Diddy Disciples: a sample session Diddy Disciples: the books & website Opportunities…
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Mental wellbeing has a huge impact on every area of a young person’s life, from their ability to learn, flourish socially/emotionally and make healthy choices. As professionals, we are seeing increasing numbers of young people showing signs of poor mental health and a lack of resilience skills to weather the storms of adolescence. This training provides key insight into understanding adolescent mental health and brain development, along with the skills to recognise the indicators of an underlying mental health concern…
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