Details of all learning opportunities throughout the District are listed in the chart below (please click)
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This page sets out, in date order, a wide range of learning opportunities available in the Sheffield Methodist District in 2007/8. The District Training and Development Enabling Group is extremely grateful to all those who are leading sessions, most of them in a voluntary capacity. Thanks also to our Anglican colleagues for sharing their events with us. If any of the learning opportunities listed here appeal to others outside the Methodist or Anglican churches, you are very welcome to book in.
To help leaders in their planning and in some instances catering arrangements you are asked to book for the events. Please let us know if you have any additional needs, for example a wheelchair user, that we should be made aware of. Unless otherwise stated the District Office is the main point of contact for information and bookings. As well phoning the District Office (0114 281 2733) or email admin@sheffieldmethodist.org
We are able to offer a range of other opportunities, including various courses on work with children and young people, and church stewards training. The District Safeguarding Group is available for training and responds to requests for training through Caroline Riley. Please contact the District Office to discuss any of these possibilities.
16th September 2006, 10.00 am - 3.00 pm at Mount Tabor Church, Wordsworth Avenue, Sheffield S5 8NJ with Judith Jessop.
An oasis in the midst of a busy life. An opportunity to stand back, change the pace, unwind, rest, reflect and find God in the stillness. God who loves you for who you are and not only for what you do! A chance to reflect and draw on your past experience of God and life and gain insight, strength and wisdom for God's future leadings.
Tuesdays from 7.00 to 9.30 pm, 25th September, 9th and 23rd October, 6th and 20th November and 4th December 2007 at Grenoside Methodist Church, Norfolk Hill, Sheffield S358QB. Led by Judith Jessop and Eileen Sanderson. Booking your place is essential!
An ecumenical six session course to enable new workers to develop key skills for children's ministry and to encourage experienced workers to extend theirs. Participants will develop further knowledge of children and their needs, receive guidance on team work, leadership and planning, and deepen awareness of children's spirituality.
Monday October 8th 2007 at Victoria Methodist Church, Stafford Road, Sheffield S2 2SE, from 7.30 to 9.15 pm. To be led by Deacon Dr. David Clark.
A workshop to begin to explore practical ways in which lay people can be supported and equipped for their vital ministry as the people of God in the world.
27th October and 10th May 2008, 10.00 am - 3.00 pm (lunch provided) at Broomhill Church, Fulwood Road, Sheffield S10 3BD.
An annual two-day course for circuit stewards to learn more about the role. It includes property, finance, pastoral care, safeguarding, policy and vision, and is essential for all circuit stewards and those considering taking up the role. Led by Eileen & Michael Sanderson and District officers. Part 1 will be in October and Part 2 in May
At Greenhill Methodist Church, School Lane, Sheffield S8 2RL , 8th November 2007, 7.15 to 9.15 pm. Led by Jenny Lambourne
An opportunity to know more about Godly Play, look at some of the ideas behind it and enjoy a story or two! Godly Play is an approach based on Montessori principles - we respond to the child's request to 'help me do it by myself.' This puts the teacher in the role of spiritual supporter or guide who fully accepts that each child has his or her own relationship with God already. See www.godlyplay.org.uk
27th November 2007 and 6th March 2008, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Broomhill Church, Fulwood Road, Sheffield S10 3BD. Limited numbers, booking is essential. Bring sandwiches, drinks provided.
An introductory one-day course for ordained and lay people with church responsibilities. Course members will be encouraged to evaluate their own ways of thinking and speaking when engaged in a difficult conversation. They will be offered a set of principles and skills to enable them to handle sensitive issues effectively, whilst maintaining good relationships. Led by Sue Clark.
Saturday 19th January and Thursday 7th February 2008, 10.00 am to 1.00 pm at Whittington Moor Methodist Church, Scarsdale Road, Chesterfield S41 8NA
The first session will look at basic best practice in employing lay workers and signpost where you can get more information and help when you are about to recruit someone. Led by Caroline Riley and Dave Wright, and are open to all.
Saturday 19th January 2008, 10.00 am to 3.00 pm at Creswick Greave Church.
See 15th September session for details.
Thursday 7th February 2008, 10.00am to 1.00pm at Whittington Moor Methodist Church, Scarsdale Road, Chesterfield S41 8NA.
Second session focussing on the supervision of lay workers.
6th March 2008, from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm, at Broomhill Church, Fulwood Road, Sheffield S10 3BD.
Limited numbers, booking is essential. See 27th November 2007 for details.
6th March 2008, 7.30 to 9.00 pm at Wisewood Methodist Church, Ben Lane, Sheffield S6 4SB.
This workshop led by Rod Hill will bring together examples, from across the Connexion, of successful building schemes. It will explore how these have helped Churches to express the 'Our Calling' themes in really practical ways. It will also ask, in both theological and practical terms, 'What makes a good building scheme?' and offer some guidance. It will raise practical issues for any Church thinking about a major building scheme.
8th March 2008, 10.00 am to 3.00 pm at The Crossing Church and Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop S80 2AT. Café available for lunch.
A day to explore God's calling and discern what may be the next step for you on your journey of discovering God's purpose for your life. Led by Deacon Sue Culver.
10th May 2008, 10.00 am to 3.00 pm at Broomhill Church, Fulwood Road, Sheffield S10 3BD.
See 26th October 2007 session for details.
7.00 to 9.00 pm on Monday 14th April 2008, at Central Methodist Church, Saltergate, Chesterfield S40 1UH. Led by Russell Blackwell.
This course is intended for people who are new to the work of Church Secretary. It provides practical advice on setting up and recording Church Councils and covers requirements in Methodist regulations.
7.00 to 9.30 pm, 30th April 2008 at Staincross Methodist Church, Barnsley S75 6AU.
For anyone thinking of becoming a church steward, and anyone who already is one, this is a chance to learn more about the role and share experiences. Led by Eileen & Michael Sanderson.
10th May 2008, 10.00 am to 3.00 pm at Creswick Greave Church.
See 15th September session for details.
7.00 to 9.30 pm, Friday 11h July 2008 at St Andrew's Psalter Lane, Sheffield S11 8YL.
This course, led by District Treasurer Russell Blackwell, is for Church or Circuit Treasurers who are in or about to start their first financial year. It has advice on how to keep the church books, present simple accounts to the Church Council and what Methodist and Charity regulations require.