A training course for authorised elders (or those who would like to be) and lay preachers. Suitable as a first course or as a refresher course 2pm at the Hive Basildon Contact - training@urceastern.org.uk
Safer Sacred Spaces Boundaries Training for those in Pastoral Charge Sep 11, 2024 10:30 AM Please contact admin@urceastern.org.uk to book
Eastern Synod Roadshow An informal space to raise questions, share answers, gather ideas and make connections. Refreshments and resources will be available. Synod staff and those with various roles will be on hand to chat about anything and everything, and to offer advice and support.
A day for Ministers, retired ministers, and lay people to talk theology and share ideas. All are welcome. This day will focus on the book ‘Cancer and the Cross’ By Chris Kemshell – minister in this Synod. The day will start with Chris giving us a talk followed by a discussion with a break for lunch. You can register and pick up a copy of the book at October Synod meeting – or register by contacting admin@urceastern.org.uk You can also grab a copy of the book from the URC bookshop https://urcshop.co.uk/cancer-and-the-cross-by-chris-kemshell/
A training course for authorised elders (or those whose church meeting have asked them to be ) and lay preachers. Suitable as a first course or as a refresher course Saturday 9th November - Norwich Contact - admin@urceastern.org.uk
Eastern Synod Roadshow An informal space to raise questions, share answers, gather ideas and make connections. Refreshments and resources will be available. Synod staff and those with various roles will be on hand to chat about anything and everything, and to offer advice and support.
How to lead worship when no-one wants to lead. A basic primer on what to do when you can’t find someone to lead worship. Including: Using the URC prerecorded service Finding prayers online Creative alternatives to a sermon Including younger worshipers Finding music when there’s no musician The day will be facilitated by the Eastern Synod Moderator, CYDO and MTO.
Email Emma.Pearce@urc.org.uk to book *Please note the date has changed from February 4th to February 11th.
Email Emma.Pearce@urc.org.uk to book
This in-person and online conference will equip churches and ordinands to know about modern slavery and human trafficking in their contexts; to identify people at risk, and to safeguard. With contributions from The Together Free Foundation and Churches Together in Cambridgeshire.
Email Emma.Pearce@urc.org.uk to book
A training course for authorised elders (or those whose church meeting have asked them to be ) and lay preachers. Suitable as a first course or as a refresher course March 13th 2pm Synod Offices Whittlesford Contact - admin@urceastern.org.uk
Email Emma.Pearce@urc.org.uk to book
Email Emma.Pearce@urc.org.uk to book
Worship Training @ Fulborn URC Two half days for elders, lay preachers and anyone who is interested in these offices. You can sign up for one or both and bring a pack-up lunch. 10AM Weddings & Blessings 1PM Funerals and Celebrations of Life
For those directly working or volunteering with children or adults at risk, including: Synod Safeguarding Officers / Advisors Church Safeguarding Coordinators Deputy Church Safeguarding Coordinator Active Ministers and CRCWs Synod Moderators Youth and Children Workers (including volunteer leaders and helpers) Adult Workers (including volunteer leaders and helpers) Pastoral Workers / Visitors Worship Leaders Assembly Accredited Lay Preacher To register: email ssoadmin@urceastern.org.uk
