Diocese of Portsmouth
The Church of England

Events

Training

  • 9 May 2026
    in Training

    It’s Your Call roadshow

    If you are sensing a call to serve God as a LLM/Reader, Pioneer, Youth Minister, Anna Chaplain, Evangelist, Lay Pastoral Assistant, Lay Worship Leader, Lay Preacher, or as an ordained Priest, or even as part of a religious community, then please join us at one of our roadshows in Portsmouth or on the Isle of Wight. Read more

  • 14 May 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Theology Catch-Up: The Ascension

    What on earth (or in heaven) is the ascension all about? Why should we bother with it anyway? This term’s theology catch-up is for anyone who wants to find a way into this apparently ‘niche’ topic which goes to the heart of the eternal, precious and embodied nature of human experience. 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

  • 20 May 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Deeper, Rooted, Lasting

    Deeper Rooted Lasting looks at how churches can support, equip and encourage parents and carers. During the course, we will explore why parents and carers need to be prioritised in our church and community work with families, as well as provide practical tools and ideas for those who volunteer or work in churches. Read more

  • 21 May 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Biblical Models of Neurodiversity

    An introduction to several different biblical models that we can use to understand neurodiversity and inclusion, such as the Tower of Babel, the Body of Christ and Earthen Vessels. Together we will work through them to help us understand neurodiversity better and then explore some practical strategies for inclusion. Read more

  • 3 Jun 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Reading the Bible: Meaning and Truth

    The day will uncover the complexities of both scholarly and religious (Jewish and Christian) expectations of scripture. We will discuss the difference between ‘biblical studies’, in which the Bible is an object of study, and ‘Bible study’, in which it is a source of inspiration, exploring how the kind of questions asked of scripture influence the meaning found within it. Read more

  • 4 Jun 2026
    in Training

    Webinar: Making AI work for you

    The rise of AI has us asking – ‘Am I being replaced or freed to focus on what really matters?’ This webinar will look at: understanding what AI is (and isn’t) in a practical, non-technical way; where it can genuinely support leaders in their roles; how leaders can identify key tasks from their own day-to-day work where AI could help; live examples of how to use it for planning, communication, and problem-solving; key considerations around responsible and appropriate use. Read more

  • 10 Jun 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Moses & the Myth of the Solitary Leader

    Moses was surrounded by other significant characters who shaped and supported him on his leadership journey. We will explore five of his central relationships: his mother(s), his sister, his brother, his wife and his mentor. We will see how they formed the leadership team that supported Moses to be the leader that he was. Read more

  • 18 Jun 2026
    in Training

    CMD: Acts: The Spirit, the Church, and the World

    This course explores the Book of Acts as a work of theological narrative rather than a simple history of the early church. Read as the second volume of Luke’s Gospel, Acts tells the story of what happens when the Spirit of the risen Jesus is released into the world. Read more

  • 8 Sep 2026
    in Training

    Diocesan Conference 2026

    Our clergy and lay leaders will gather at High Leigh Conference Centre for three days as we consider the future shape of our diocese Read more

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