Courses
CLERGY SAFEGUARDING TRAINING 2013
- September 14th at Church House Rotherham 9.30 am to 12 noon (places still available)
- September 26th at St Peter's Hall, Warmsworth, 9.30 am to 12 noon (places still available)
- October 15th at St Mary's Bramall Lane, Sheffield 9.30 am to 12 noon (now full)
- November 13th at Church House Rotherham, 9.30 am to 12 noon (places still available)
All sessions led by Mrs Sue Booth and Revd Canon John Thomson. To book a place please contact Trish Stafford on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Reunion - St Mary's Church, South Road, Walkey, Sheffield S6
Sunday, 30 June 2013 Join us for the usual 10.30am Service of Holy Communion with a Godly Play session for the children, followed at 12.30 - 3.00pm for lunch.
Over the years we have had the pleasure of knowing that an amazing number of people have been part of the St Mary’s family. So, to celebrate, we are holding a reunion (complete with a well-dressing, buffet lunch and live music!) for past and present members of St. Mary's Church, Walkley.
The reunion will be an opportunity to meet old friends and familiar faces, and enjoy good old-fashioned fellowship!
Please let Carol Hawke know on 0780 168 5378 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you will be attending the lunch, so that we can be sure to have enough food!
MISSION SHAPED INTRO - FREE
Last Updated on Friday, 19 April 2013 08:07
Follow this link for further information on the Mission Shaped Intro Course and to download a flier.
LOCATION:
Rotherham - St Mary's Church Catcliffe. S60 5TP
on Wednesdays: May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, June 5th and 12th.
Doncaster - Woodlands - All Saints' Church Quarry Lane, Woodlands DN6 7RS
on Tuesdays May 7th, 14th, 21st, June 4th, 11th and 18th
01709 309100
LAY MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT - SUMMER 2013
Last Updated on Thursday, 28 March 2013 13:07
Summer 2013 LMD -
"A WHISTLE STOP TOUR THROUGH THE OT"
For all in authorised lay ministry: Readers; Lay Parish Evangelists; Pastoral Workers; Children's Ministers and Workers; Youth Leaders; and Worship Leaders.
The next study day for all authorised Lay Ministers
ON: Thursday 11th July 2013
VENUE: Church House, Rotherham.
TIME: 7.00 start to 9.00. Registration from 6.30 pm onwards.
LED BY: Revd Canon Dr John B Thomson The Director of Ministry and Mission.
THE THEME: “Whistle Stop Tour” through the Old Testament
Booking for this course is ESSENTIAL, to help us prepare materials for participants. Any last minute bookings should be by telephone please.
Please return the booking form attached to Patrick White, at the above address and enclose a cheque for £7.00 (payable to SDBF ) OR email the booking information to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (you can bring payment with you)
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CMD - Supervision and Lay Ministers
Last Updated on Thursday, 28 March 2013 11:30
CMD - Supervision and Lay Ministers
led by Revd Canon John Thomson
Supervision is a vital part of good working relationships between colleagues in ministry.
This session will:
• Increase your understanding of supervision
• Distinguish between supervision and pastoral care
• Identify good practice and why it makes such a difference to good shared ministry
• Note the skills, attitudes and personal qualities of an effective supervisor
Licensed or authorised lay ministries in the Diocese of Sheffield are Church Army Evangelists, Readers, Pastoral Workers, Parish Evangelists, Children’s Leaders, Youth Leaders and Worship Leaders.
Thursday 20th June 2013
9.30 – 1.00
Church House, Rotherham
Please book by contacting Trish Stafford, before Monday 10th June 2013
Trish Stafford, Diocesan Church House, 95 – 99 Effingham Street, Rotherham. S65 1BL OR Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Tel: 01709 309147
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Training and Development offered by providers other than the Diocese from beginning March 2013.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 March 2013 11:27
Training and Development
offered by providers other than the Diocese from beginning March 2013.
We also have a number of resource churches in the diocese which run training and development courses in Sheffield City, such as St Thomas Crookes, the Philadelphia Campus, Christ Church, Fulwood, Sheffield Cathedral , St Mark's Broomhill and All Saints, Ecclesall as well as good links with the Urban Theology Unit and the Wilson Carlile Centre. For further information about what they are offering please go to their web sites.
CHILDREN'S NOTICE BOARD OF EVENTS AND RESOURCES 2013
Last Updated on Tuesday, 26 March 2013 14:15
Please follow the above link for Children's events and resources in the Diocese of Sheffield.
Including Messy Church, Godly Play, Rainbow Day, Time and Space to Wonder and many more.
Mental Health - Challenge Or Opportunity?
Last Updated on Wednesday, 09 January 2013 10:46
Have you ever wondered what causes mental illness?
Would you like to be able to help a friend or neighbour who is living with a mental condition?
Would you like to keep mentally fit yourself?
Would you know how to get help?
These are just a few of the questions discussed at the popular study days led by The Revd Julian Raffay on behalf of the Board of Faith & Justice.
The one day study sessions are being staged at five different venues across the diocese during 2013 - in March, May, June, October and November to ensure that this worthwhile training is readily accessible to as many people as possible.
For more information, please download the attached leaflet which incorporates an application form or telephone Mrs Dorothy Cook on 0114 2482364.
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Foundations of Faith 2013
Last Updated on Thursday, 28 March 2013 13:10
FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH 2013
"Foundations of Faith" in Sheffield Diocese is a lay training programme which is perhaps more than most parishes can usually offer, but which is less demanding than other training opportunities in the Diocese in terms of academic level, length of course, and/or being tailored to a specific interest or ministry.
The course is not run centrally, but on a rolling programme in parishes across the diocese, so can be particularly helpful as a basis for groups of churches (or a deanery) to explore learning together.
It is open to all who wish to explore the Christian faith in a structured way, in an environment which is supportive and open. Individuals or parish groups may participate. The course is appropriate for those who simply want to find out more about the Christian faith, but can also be particularly helpful for those who are exploring what their vocation and ministry might be. The course has no minimum academic entry requirement. The content is quite thorough, and teaching and learning methods should make the course open and rewarding for all participants.
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Ministry Deanery & Parish Development Programme 2012 - 2013
Last Updated on Wednesday, 03 October 2012 09:16
UPDATED, SEPTEMBER 2012
KEY:
CMD: Continuing Ministerial Development for clergy and lay ministers.
PD & DD : Parish Development & Deanery Development for Clergy, Lay Ministers , Parish Officials and congregation members as appropriate.
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MISSION SHAPED MINISTRY COURSE 2012 - 2013
Last Updated on Friday, 27 July 2012 13:05
mission shaped ministry course (msm) to be run in Doncaster from September.
IN 2011 - 2012 Canon Mark Wigglesworth, our Director of Pioneer Mission and Rachel McCallam, Mission Development Enabler from the Methodist District Office and their team have been running an msm course in Sheffield.
Following on from this they will be running another msm course from September 2012 to July 2013 this time based in Doncaster.
The course will be based at St. Peter's Church, Warmsworth which is just a few minutes from the A630 Rotherham/Doncaster junction of the A1 (no 36). The course is an excellent tool for thinking about and developing mission in local churches.
More information can be found on the Diocesan Website http://www.sheffield.anglican.org/index.php/church-in-action/ministry-mission-training-and-development/mission-and-evangelism/fresh-expressions and at http://www.freshexpressions.org.uk/missionshapedministry/doncaster12
To reserve a place please contact Trish Stafford at Church House, Rotherham 01709 309147 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Worship 4 today
Last Updated on Tuesday, 26 March 2013 14:14
Worship 4 today is a twelve session course specially designed to encourage and equip those involved or interested in leading worship in the local church. It is suitable for everyone – those with some experience and training and those with none; musicians and non-musicians; those who lead intercessions; those with skills in creative arts or technology; ordained or lay.
Part 1: Laying a firm foundation and
Part 2: Developing key skills are already available direct from Sheffield Diocese.
Part 3: Consolidating and expanding horizons is now published.
Advice on Copyright for Training and Events
Last Updated on Thursday, 10 November 2011 15:53
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Study for an MA in Theology & Religious Studies at York St John University
Last Updated on Wednesday, 18 May 2011 14:19
Study for an MA in Theology & Religious
Studies at York St John University
Whether you are looking to develop professional skills, prepare for further research or are just interested in the subject, the MA in Theology & Religious Studies at York St John offers a varied and flexible programme taught by experts in the field. Two distinctive strands are delivered on campus, one aimed at people interested in Christian Theology & Ministry, the other at those who are interested in the relationship of religion to society.
You can study modules just within a strand, or mix modules across the subject strands to build a programme that suits your needs and interests.
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