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Dear Guest,
Faith is often described as a shared journey—but the path each of us walks is deeply personal. For some, God is a quiet presence in nature’s rhythm. For others, a voice in prayer, a guiding light in times of doubt, or a source of justice and love.
Our perspectives are shaped by our stories, our cultures, our struggles, and our hopes. And while our views may differ, that diversity of vision doesn’t weaken faith—it deepens it.
Perhaps by exploring these differences we can find new ways of seeing God in our everyday lives.
Best wishes,
The Equip Hub Team
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Which cross?
A few weeks ago we showed you a selection of crossed and asked you to select your top 3. You can now see the 5 most popular crosses along with some of the most common reasons why they were selected.
Are your choices on the list?
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Using places and spaces in worship
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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Called: Mission, Ministry & Me
This course is open to all. It provides a space to think together about what it means to be called by God, to take our place in the mission of God, and to give opportunity to explore both lay and ordained Christian vocation. It will include teaching, discussion, guest speakers and some time for reflection and prayer. We hope it will be enjoyable, encouraging and helpful to you in identifying your next step, whatever that may be.
Saturday 12th July, 10am to 4pm on Zoom
Led by Revd Mark Norris
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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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Addiction comes in many forms, and affects people from all sections of society, including church members and church leaders. In this session, Maria Laxton (the Diocesan Counsellor) will give an overview of addiction, what it is and how it works. She will give practical guidance in how to engage appropriately and helpfully with people who live with addiction.
For Clergy and Lay Leaders.
Tuesday 24th June, 2pm – 4:30pm at Heathcote Parish Church
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Preaching is all about communicating. This session will explore fundamental techniques and principles of good communication that can make sermons more engaging and more effective. This is relevant both to people new to preaching and those who are looking for a refresher or fresh insight for their preaching.
This session will be led by Rob Harrison.
Wednesday 2nd July, 7pm-9pm, St Thomas Church, Keresley & Coundon.
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This session will help you think about how you plan, shape and lead funeral services. It will cover the practicalities you need to know as well as important conversations around how you include the family, tailor a service to the needs of the community and how to include God in a helpful way. There will also be space to consider cremations and the burial of ashes..
This session will be led by Anne Richards and Jo King.
Wednesday 2nd July, 7pm – 9pm, St John the Evangelist, Kenilworth.
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Many ministries involve a team (or would be made easier with a team). This session will explore:
• The culture of a good team (this might be a pastoral team, refreshments team, children’s team, PCC etc etc)
• How we can expand and invite people into teams in helpful ways.
• How we can foster support if there is a lone person in a role.
This course will be led by Anna Naish and Lou Peet.
Monday 7th July, 7pm – 9pm, St. Margaret’s Church, Wolston.
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In this session James Henney, the Diocese of Coventry Growing Faith Enabler, will explore the principles that underpin the Growing Faith ethos of the Church of England. There will be opportunity to discuss why these principles are important to a church’s health and growth, and to consider practical ways that we can strengthen and deepen our engagement with children, young people and their families.
For Clergy and Lay Leaders.
Wednesday 16th July, 2pm – 4:30pm, St Thomas Church, Keresley & Coundon.
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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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Worshipping God |
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Making new disciples |
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Transforming communities |
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