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Dear Guest,
Our Young Leader’s Pathway is starting this week.
What was your first experience of leadership? How old were you? How did it feel?
When I was a young person in leadership I sometimes felt unheard, and that my opinion wasn’t worth as much as that of the older people. But there were other times when I felt genuinely listened to and valued.
We need to hear and value the insights of our young people. We need leaders of all ages. Of course, these particular young people will mature and their perspectives will change. But they will be replaced by further generations of passionate and clear thinking young adults. The insight of young minds will always be important.
This week, when you encounter young people, consider what you might learn from them, and value those things that they can see clearly, which, for you, may now be clouded by complexity.
Take the opportunity to be encouraging to them. And, if you sense that they may find it empowering to join this Pathway … why not mention it?
Anna Naish
Lay Learning and Training Lead
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Young Leaders Pathway
This newly launched Pathway is specifically for people under 30. Not because their ministry is different but because it is often a time of change, growth and exploration in many areas of life; so we have tailored a Pathway for this stage.
Pathways are a combination of learning, training and formation to help you feel more equipped and confident in the places God has called you to at work, at church and in your local community it is open to anyone who is actively involved in OR exploring that ministry.
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In this video Rob discusses his upcoming course “Life and Time of the Old testament” where he will introduce you to historical and archaeological images that will bring your mental image of the Old Testament to life.
Starting Tuesday 3rd June, 7:30pm – 9pm, Zoom
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This session will help you explore how we approach disagreement personally and how that may affect the conversation. We will also look at some key thoughts to keep in mind in the midst of a difficult conversation to engage in a helpful and honest way.
This session is designed for anyone; you might have a specific role in your church, work or community where there is potential for disagreement or you may be thinking more personally of friends, family and people you come across in your day to day life.
Monday 19th May 2025, 7pm-9pm, Kineton Primary School,, Kineton, Warwick.
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An interactive session about reconciliation looking at both theories and practices that can impact us and our communities. This event is open to both lay and ordained people.
This session will be led by Emma Griffiths (Head of Reconciliation and Education at Coventry Cathedral).
Thursday 5th June, 7pm-9pm, St. Nicolas Parish Church, Nuneaton
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Upcoming Courses & Events
Click the titles of any of the below courses and events to read more about it.
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A eulogy is an emotional part of a funeral service. It is the part where we share about the person who has died and who they were during their lifetime. It can feel daunting to write one whether you knew the person well or whether you only knew of them once they had died.
This session will be led by Anne Richards and Jo King. Anne and Jo both have a lot of experience of leading funerals and writing eulogies. They will be sharing their experiences to help you think about how to ask the right questions and to write a personalised eulogy.
Wednesday 14th May 2025, 7-9pm, St Mary’s Chuch, Cubbington
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For children who are neurodivergent (e.g. have dyslexia, autism, ADHD) churches can be a really difficult space. There are certain expectations, rules, people, lights, noise, silence that make it tricky. And yet, we are called to welcome everyone.
This session will help us think about the breadth of neurodiversity, how our church might feel for a family with additional needs and how we might make our church a more welcoming and accessible space. This session will be led by James Henney and Anna Naish.
Monday 2nd June, 7pm – 9pm, All Saints Church, Allesley.
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The Bible picture books of our childhood commonly showed the Old Testament being populated by rather scruffy people wearing a variation of Arab dress. In reality, however, they were far more stylishly and colourfully clothed. If you don’t imagine Abraham wearing a colourful and tight-fitting tunic, a tall hat and chunky gold earrings – this evening is for you.
Rob Harrison will introduce you to historical and archaeological images that will bring your mental image of the Old Testament to life.
Starting Tuesday 3rd June, 7:30pm – 9pm, Zoom
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An interactive session about reconciliation looking at both theories and practices that can impact us and our communities. This event is open to both lay and ordained people.
This session will be led by Emma Griffiths (Head of Reconciliation and Education at Coventry Cathedral).
Thursday 5th June, 7pm-9pm, St. Nicolas Parish Church, Nuneaton
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We will explore why we all make assumptions and how our unconscious biases affect our actions. We will consider how we can become more conscious of our personal collection of biases and how we can be more aware of other people’s unconsidered assumptions.
The aim of this session is to get us thinking and reflecting on ourselves, our churches and the communities we are a part of.
This session will be led by Anna Naish and Neil Masih.
Thursday 12th June, 7pm – 9:30pm, St Paul’s Church, Stockingford, Nuneaton.
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This session will explore ways in which the physical space in which worship takes place influence’s people’s experience and engagement. As well physical space, we will also consider related factors such as sound, lighting and warmth.
This session will be led by Rob Harrison.
Wednesday 25th June, 7pm – 9pm, The Church of the Holy Ascension, Mappleborough Green.
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Boost your knowledge about climate crisis and find out how you can help to care for God’s creation. Be inspired and informed as we work together to reach net zero carbon. Join in via an excellent new course created by the Church of England’s Environment Programme team.
Multiple sessions available.
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All of our upcoming courses and events can been seen on our calendar.
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Worshipping God |
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Making new disciples |
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Transforming communities |
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