Diocese of Coventey eBulletin

Fairtrade Fortnight 2022 For two weeks each year at the end of February and start of March, thousands of individuals, companies and groups across the UK come together to share the stories of the people who grow our food and drinks, mine our gold and who grow the cotton in our clothes; people who are often exploited and underpaid. In 2022, Fairtrade Fortnight runs from Monday 21 February until Sunday 6 March and is even more crucial this year as the global economy recovers from Covid-19. Read more

Upcoming BCDM Courses We have 4 BCDM courses happening in person or via Zoom during the second half of the Spring term. Paul’s Life, Mission and Letters Gain an understanding of what motivated Paul, what his opponents said, and find ways of reading his letters so that they make sense. at St Nicolas in Nuneaton. This will take place on a Monday evening from 19.00 – 21.30 from 07 March to 04 April. This will be delivered by Jon Taylor.   The Book of Revelation Get to grips with how to understand this incredible, visionary book. on Zoom. This will take place  on a Tuesday afternoon from 14.00 – 16.00 from 01 March to 29 March. This will be delivered by Katherine Walakira.   Needs Based Evangelism Explore the Mission of God, being relevant to our context, four dimensional listening and implicit and explicit evangelism. at St John’s, Westwood in Coventry on a Thursday evening from 19.00 – 21.30 from 03 March to 31 March. This will be delivered by Gareth Fitzpatrick.   Discovering and Using Our Spiritual Gifts Explore the gifts that God has given you and how he might be calling you to use them (both within and outside of the church).. at St Marks in Bilton. This will take place on a Wednesday evening from 19.00 – 21.30 from 09 March to 06 April. This will be delivered by Jen Stewart. Read more

Called: Mission, Ministry & Me Are you or someone you know interested in exploring God’s calling? This course 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. It is open to all. It will take place on Saturday 5th March from 10am – 4pm via zoom (with breaks). Rev’d Mark Norris (DDO) and Jen Stewart are leading this event. Register now

Difference Hosts Gathering Are you thinking about running the Difference course? Have you already? Having done it, are you wondering how to build on the learning? Through a time of worship, two workshops and short talks. Facilitated by a panel of facilitators and speakers from across several diocese. We hope you will come away feeling more equipped to host context sensitively and resourced with ideas and practices that help individuals and communities apply the habits beyond the course. This event will take place via Zoom on the 5th February 2022 from 1:30pm – 4:30pm. Register now

Diocesan News Diocesan website feedback The new diocesan website is nearly two years old. We are interested in hearing feedback about how users use the website, what works well and what could be different. We are looking at setting up some website feedback sessions on Zoom. If you are interested, please email anna.laycock@coventry.anglican.org with your name and whether hold any roles within the church (Reader, Churchwarden, Priest etc.). The Bible: A Story That Makes Sense of Life the 6th National Big Church read will be through The Bible: A Story That Makes Sense of Life. Releasing 24th January 2022. Many churches have said that doing a Big Church Read is a great way to bring people together again. Especially if the whole church joins in, then the positive effects of such a shared experience are a great antidote to the apartness created by the covid pandemic. With many Church leaders concerned about Biblical illiteracy in their congregations this is an accessible way for Churches, small groups, or individuals to come to understand the overarching storyline of the Bible and what it means for our daily lives. It can also be used as a stepping stone to doing The Bible Course. For more information about the Big Church Read through, click here. Being Better Neighbours: Free Webinar Being Better Neighbours is a free webinar which will take place on Tuesday 15th February at 2pm. What does it look like for Christians and our churches to be better neighbours to those in our local communities? This conversation will explore how our churches can be good neighbours, including shifting from seeing ourselves as the benefactors of local communities, to being companions, collaborative hosts and recipients of neighbourly love. Thus recognising that the Holy Spirit can work through our neighbours, as much as through confessing Christians, and noticing that the blessing is always two-way. With: Alastair McKay (facilitating), Executive Director, Reconciliation Initiatives Al Barrett, Vicar of Hodge Hill, Diocese of Birmingham Ellen Loudon, Director of Social Justice & Canon Chancellor, Liverpool Diocese Karen Lund, Archdeacon of Manchester, Diocese of Manchester Tom Wilson, Director, St Philip’s Centre, Leicester   For more information, click here.

Diocesan Vacancies Member of the Audit and Risk Committee The Diocese of Coventry is seeking an ambitious Audit and Risk Committee Member with skills in any of the following key areas: corporate governance; audit and compliance protocol; risk management. This is a voluntary position. Closing date for applicants:  Wednesday 2 February, Noon Candidate Selection:  Monday 7 February Interviews: Monday 14 February pm or Wednesday 16 February pm If you are interested please get in touch with Julie Bellamy, the Director of Finance, for an informal chat about what this role entails and how you might be able to help. Contact by emailing: Julie.Bellamy@Coventry.Anglican.org / Jillian.Taylor@Coventry.Anglican.org. Click here to find out more and apply. Priest-in-Charge - Rugby St George & Vicar - St Peter and St John These two churches, in the growing town of Rugby, are at an exciting stage with a proposal to join together to form a new Benefice. We are developing our relationship with each other, whilst each church also continues its work in our communities. We welcome a candidate who is: A Pastor and Leader who will encourage and inspire all church members in the life of the church and in their spiritual journey. Able to identify, train, encourage and empower church leaders and the laity in general, delegating where appropriate. Approachable, welcoming and inclusive, able to communicate the Christian faith in a way that is contemporary, appealing and inspirational. Eager for growth with a pioneering spirit. Have some experience in engaging parents and families, is enthusiastic to build on our work with local schools, and can build a good rapport with children. Is good at self-management, including managing own time and dealing with conflicting demands. Is open to leading a variety of styles of worship service. For more information, click here. Rector - Ferncumbe Benefice The well established Ferncumbe Benefice comprises three distinctive parishes, united and strengthened through the breadth of our communities. We’re searching for an inspired leader who can help us to become even more collaborative. Evangelist – A love for God and eagerness to help others discover their love for God too so we can grow. Leadership – Proactive and open in your ownership and accountability as our leader and show discernment and encouragement through your delegation. Children & Young People – Excitement about nurturing a strong relationship with our local school and Youth Club enabling our children and young people to discover God and seek opportunities to join in worship across the Benefice. Pastoral – Having a genuine heart for the individuals in our community who need pastoral care and support. Communicator – A modern communicator, with thought provoking sermons, pastoral kindness, and personable. Up to speed on technology and other tools. Engagement – A clear presence in our communities, using a variety of channels of communication to connect with people. Celebrating – Knowledge of ministry in a mostly rural/commuter setting, and have empathy to our distinctive parishes and congregations. For more information, click here. Secretary to The Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) and Operations Team Supervisor 35 hours per week.  Monday to Friday with occasional evening and weekend work required. £35,545 per annum salary + 8.5% Employers Pension contribution. The Diocese of Coventry is seeking to appoint a full time Secretary to the Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) and Operations Team Supervisor. As Secretary to the Diocesan Advisory Committee you will have a knowledge of mission, worship and church architecture; with an appreciation of ancient buildings but also the openness to their development for missional purposes. You will enable the Committee in the area of Faculties and Care of Churches to fulfil their statutory functions efficiently and constructively encouraging a positive attitude to the operation of the Faculty system among parishes and clergy in the Diocese. As Operations Team Supervisor you will support the Director of Operations with Operational Administration ensuring care and maintenance of the Diocesan Office and administration support is effectively provided for all DBF Departments. Closing date for applicants:  Friday 4th February 2022, 12 noon. For more information, click here.

External Vacancies Why do we advertise external vacancies? CPAS - Events and Volunteer Co-ordinator Advert Would you like to support volunteers so they can deliver fun-filled, exciting and safe residential holidays for children and young people? CPAS Ventures and Falcons are seeking an energetic, efficient and customer-orientated Events and Volunteer Co-ordinator to join our fast-paced Ventures and Falcons team. The ideal candidate is a team-player who enjoys problem-solving and loves to know their efforts help children explore life with Jesus. If this sounds like you, they would love to hear from you. Visit www.cpas.org.uk/jobs or contact David Crane, Ventures and Falcons Operations Manager, for a discussion or more details: 0300 123 0780 dcrane@cpas.org.uk. Salaried at £25,613 per annum. The role is full-time, maternity cover contract with the possibility of becoming permanent Application deadline: 9am on Monday 7th February 2022