
Church Development Programme
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This is a face-to-face opportunity to ask any questions that you may have of any of the people presenting. These sessions are very much a two-way conversation, and we are looking forward to meeting as many people as possible. If you are not sure if a session is for you, get in touch or come along anyway - every day is a school day! The sessions are open to any one but may be of particular interest to Elders.
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Session A:
Governance Essentials - Lorna Griffiths will talk through the essentials of running a church, policies, templates and beyond.
Working with our congregations - Emma Howarth will be discussing how changing expectations of society have influence in the way that we work with our congregations.
Session B:
Bridging Generations: Engaging Children & Youth in Church - Steven Mitchell will be discussing engaging with the younger generations. Whether you have children or not in your church, this is a great opportunity to discuss bringing in the missing generations.
Mission & Growth & Your Church - Stuart Radcliffe is going to discuss growth in your church and why it matters.
Session C:
Being a Trustee - Neil Mackenzie will chat about what it means for Elders and Churches.
Accessing External Funds - Helen McCormack can give some information on when, why and how churches may seek outside funding.
Church Finances - John Beech and Denise Harman will introduce you to a new finance system that some churches are using.
Session D:
Buildings & Property - Jamie Anderson will be giving general information about church buildings and responsibilities, but he is also here to answer your questions.
Church Communications & how to make the most of them - Clare Coombes will be sharing tips about all forms of communications such as emails, websites and social media.
Session E:
Leadership - Geoff Felton will talk about leadership in your church - are you an Elder or a Church Leader? Maybe you lead the Children's Work? Maybe you lead with other activities? This is ideal for anyone in a leadership role.
Next Opportunity…
Session A
Tuesday 16th September : 7pm : St Columba’s URC, Liverpool, L25 0NR
Session B
Wednesday 17th September : 2pm : Hoole URC, Chester, CH2 3NT
Session C
Wednesday 15th October : 7pm : Heswall URC, Wirral, CH60 7SE
Session D
Thursday 23rd October : 2pm : Peasley Cross URC, St Helens, WA9 3BE
Extra evening session TBA
Session E
Thursday 13th November : 2pm : Vicars Cross URC, Chester, CH3 5LL
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