Training
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30 Jun 2026
in TrainingWorking with People who are Neurodiverse
Led by Jo McKee, this session draws on personal insight and practical wisdom to help teams build trust, navigate differences, and create environments where everyone can flourish. With a particular focus on neurodiversity, we’ll explore how inclusive practices can strengthen relationships and unlock the full potential of those we work alongside. Read more
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7 Jul 2026
in TrainingWebinar: Introducing pastoral supervision
As we launch St Luke’s Advancing Clergy Reflection Programme (ACR) in Portsmouth we will be exploring pastoral supervision, which is a safe, facilitated work-focused space for clergy to reflect on their ministry, and has been defined as, “encouraging a conversation between soul, role and context”. Evidence shows this is a proactive and preventative measure supporting healthy ministry. This talk will look at how this fits with other 1:1 support approaches, what’s on offer to clergy in the Diocese and how to access this. Read more
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28 Jul 2026
in TrainingChurchwardens’ training session
Training for churchwardens from across the Isle of Wight. One of two sessions on successive days. Read more
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29 Jul 2026
in TrainingChurchwardens’ training session
Training for churchwardens from across the Isle of Wight. One of two sessions on successive days. Read more
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7 Sep 2026
in TrainingChurchwarden Training Session
An opportunity to deepen your understanding of the role and gain practical guidance to support your ministry. Read more
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8 Sep 2026
in TrainingDiocesan 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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23 Sep 2026
in TrainingCMD: Francis and Clare of Assisi for Today
In this course, we will explore the lives and legacies of Francis and Clare of Assisi, with an eye to understanding their spiritual maturation and how we can learn from them for wising living today. We will use the book, The Courage to Care: Wisdom from Assisi to guide our learning. We will cover topics including spiritual discontent, metanoia, intentional community, Clare’s contemplative method, and living with generosity of spirit. Read more
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29 Sep 2026
in TrainingCMD: Reading the Biblical Prophets for Today
The Biblical prophets are often cited but do we really know what they mean and how to read them? The prophets were full of passion – rage, love, hope, and desolation – and their words can both wound and heal. Many feel their value is only in what can be read as predicting Jesus and that they are largely irrelevant now, but we have largely forgotten how to read them, to whom they are speaking, and responsibly apply what they are saying to our own contemporary context. For this day, we will explore some introductory work on reading the prophets and then delve more deeply into the texts themselves, looking specifically at passages from Isaiah, Jeremiah, Amos, and Micah amongst selections from a few others as time allows. Read more
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7 Oct 2026
in TrainingCMD: 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
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7 Oct 2026
in TrainingWebinar: Alpha for everyone
A recent survey showed that Alpha was the most commonly used tool as an outreach course across our diocese. This course now has a 30 year track record and has become an effective worldwide tool spanning many denominations. This seminar will look at how to introduce Alpha if you’ve never done it before and also how to refine and improve your own Alpha courses if it is a regular part or church life. Read more