Diocese of Portsmouth
The Church of England

Events

Training

  • 4 Mar 2026
    in Training

    Webinar: Developing leaders

    In this webinar we’ll explore how Jesus developed leaders and what we can learn from his approach. You will come away with practical takeaways to help you develop leaders more effectively in your own context. Read more

  • 9 Mar 2026
    in Training

    Webinar: Charity accounts and thresholds

    This webinar is to give an overview of the forthcoming changes to charity accounts and thresholds in relation to accounts format, independent examination/audit requirements, and how these impact you and anything you might you need to think about. There will also be an opportunity to ask some questions. Read more

  • 10 Mar 2026
    in Training

    Bishop’s Study Day: Creation Care – Safeguarding the Integrity of Creation

    A study day for licensed clergy and Readers, to gather and learn. Contributors to the day include Dr Ruth Valerio, Environmentalist, theologian, social activist and author; Andy Atkins, CEO of A Rocha UK; Steve Collins, National Decarbonisation Lead for the C of E; and Duncan Dormor, General Secretary of USPG. Read more

  • 11 Mar 2026
    in Training

    Webinar: Church security and theft of metal

    In this webinar, Joseph Davies from Ecclesiastical will take you through some simple steps you can take to mitigate against the risks of criminal activity, metal theft or other heritage crime, and the resources available to help you manage security on your church premises. Read more

  • 17 Mar 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Theology Catch-Up: What, How and Why We Believe – Atonement

    We are tackling the weighty subject of the Atonement, hoping to cast some light on ongoing debates around just what the Cross is all about. Take a long lunch and enjoy a quick survey of the lie of the land, covering recent themes and controversies in atonement theology. Read more

  • 26 Mar 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Jesus and the Pharisees

    The day will start with a presentation on recent scholarship. We will then look at the depiction of the Pharisees in the Gospels, and explore together how we might challenge some of the Gospel rhetoric. This will inevitably raise difficult questions about how to engage with Scripture. Christian preachers, especially, will be given much food for thought. But all are welcome. Read more

  • 14 Apr 2026
    in Training

    Prisca preaching training

    Prisca is for Readers, Clergy, or anyone with an existing preaching ministry that would benefit from an opportunity to re-invigorate their preaching. Read more

  • 16 Apr 2026
    in Training

    Webinar: Welcoming the Quiet Revival

    We find ourselves in a once-in-a-lifetime missional moment. This can be both very exciting and potentially daunting. Where should we focus our energy and attention? In this webinar Andrew Hargreaves will unpack our response to what God is doing. Read more

  • 22 Apr 2026
    in Training

    Emotionally Healthy Leadership course

    An intensive spiritual formation experience based on the book ‘Emotionally Healthy Spirituality’ by Pete Scazzero, online via Zoom over 8 weeks. Read more

  • 20 May 2026
    in Training

    Clergy Financial Planning Seminar

    The aim of this seminar is to help clergy (and their partners) at all stages of their ministry, demystify financial matters, and to help you plan for your financial future no matter how far you may be from retirement. Read more

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