Training
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26 Oct 2026
in Training‘All Earthly Things Above?’ – On being a patriot and a Christian
Four free, hour-long discussion sessions run by the Cathedral Institute, with support from the Council for Social Responsibility. Led by Professor Sir Jonathan Montgomery. Read more
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2 Nov 2026
in TrainingCMD: Thomas Merton on Prayer and Contemplation
The first talk will address the interior life of prayer which Merton called “a consciousness of one’s union with God” and focus on Merton’s 1966 letter to Abdul Aziz, the only time he spoke of his own prayer practice and his letters to Etta Gullick (who worked with Ordinands at St Stephen’s in Oxford). The second talk will address living the contemplative life of prayer in the world. Read more
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5 Nov 2026
in TrainingWebinar: Become a brilliant line manager
Great leadership doesn’t happen by accident, it’s built through clarity, care, and skill. This webinar offers practical insights on how to line manage or supervise well. Whether you’re leading staff, supporting curates, or guiding volunteers, this session will equip you to lead with confidence and compassion in a church context. Read more
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11 Nov 2026
in TrainingCMD: Thinking Theologically about Conflict & Peace
This day will be interactive with lecture and discussion, exploring various biblical texts in relation to themes of conflict and peace. Read more
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11 Nov 2026
in TrainingChurch administrator day
Join other church and parish administrators for a day looking at this special role within the life of a church. Read more
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16 Nov 2026
in TrainingTreasurer Training Sessions
We will be running two sessions for Treasurers – one in the morning, the other in the afternoon – each identical and designed to provide practical guidance and support for those involved in parish financial administration, governance, and stewardship. Read more
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2 Dec 2026
in TrainingCMD: Sabbath & Sacred Time
How did the early rabbis and disciples adapt the Biblical teachings to their own time period, and how has that adaptation continued to this day? Together, we will study both biblical and post-biblical texts to explore what it means to observe sacred time. Read more
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2 Dec 2026
in TrainingChurchwarden training
Join us in person for Churchwarden training and to develop your leadership skills. Read more
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13 Jan 2027
in TrainingWebinar: Church Planting is for Everyone
Come and hear of all the different ways God is calling people to start New Worshipping Communities, from small to large, across our diocese. Hopefully it will inspire you to think how you could plant within your parish or with your neighbours? Read more
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29 Jan 2027
in TrainingReaders’ Conference 2027
The annual gathering of Diocese of Portsmouth Readers will give opportunity to nourish your soul, spirit, mind and body. Read more