Challenging Theology

Whether it is being challenged by particular theological themes or challenging the interpretations we have inherited, this gathering is an opportunity for open, honest and faithful discussion

For Clergy

Survivors of abuse often struggle with chronic shame resulting from the traumatic experience perpetrated against them. In this session we will introduce some headlines of what scripture has to say about shame.

Thursday 1st October, 10am-12:30pm, St Michael’s, Stoke, Coventry

This regular feature of the programme is an opportunity to stimulate and refresh our theological thinking.

Wednesday 11th February, 2pm-4:30pm, Holy Trinity Church, Leamington Spa

For Clergy

This session will explore the idea that the God of uncontrolling love doesn’t stop evil singlehandedly. Using real life examples, we will consider how our experiences and expectations of God inform and influence our intercessions

Tuesday 23rd June, 2pm – 4:30pm, St Andrew’s Church, Eastern Green

For Clergy & Lay Leaders

A session looking at our provision, rhythms, space to listen and relational opportunities to help children feel part of their church.

Thursday 15th January 2026, 7pm – 9pm

All Saints Church, Chilvers Coton, Nuneaton, CV11 4NQ

A session looking at our provision, rhythms, space to listen and relational opportunities to help children feel part of their church.

Monday 3rd February 2025, 7pm – 9pm

St Paul’s Church, Foleshill, Coventry

A session looking at our provision, rhythms, space to listen and relational opportunities to help children feel part of their church.

Monday 26th April 2027, 7pm – 9pm

Holy Trinity Church, Beauchamp Avenue, Royal Leamington Spa, CV32 5RG

Exploring how we can support children and their families to talk about faith, worship together.

Thursday 5th February 2026, 7pm – 9pm

St Nicolas, Nuneaton

Exploring how we can support children and their families to talk about faith, worship together.

Monday 10th May 2027, 7pm – 9pm

Venue – TBC

Exploring how we can support children and their families to talk about faith, worship together.

Monday 28th April, 7pm – 9pm

St Stephen’s, Canley

Practical and relational ways to interact with schools to support children, families and staff in their school experience and in their faith.

Wednesday 16th July, 7-9pm, St Mary’s, Walsgrave

Practical and relational ways to interact with schools to support children, families and staff in their school experience and in their faith.

Thursday 30th April 2026, 7-9pm

Camp Hill Parish Church, Cedar Road, Camp Hill, Nuneaton, CV10 9DL

Practical and relational ways to interact with schools to support children, families and staff in their school experience and in their faith.

Monday 21st June 2027, 7-9pm

St Paul’s Church, Leicester St, Leamington Spa CV32 4TE

This session will help us think about the range of neurodiversity and how we can reflect that in our church ministry.

Thursday 4th June 2026, 7pm – 9pm

All Saints Church, Bedworth

This session will help us think about the range of neurodiversity and how we can reflect that in our church ministry.

Monday 15th March 2027, 7pm – 9pm

Venue – TBC

A training day for experienced and new Churchwardens

Saturday 27th September, 10am-2:45pm

St Peter’s Church Centre, Wellesbourne