Day: 26 July 2016

msm Kent and Southeast 2016

We believe it will be a significant resource for building the Kingdom of God in this area.

We particularly hope that small groups from a church or fresh expression will come as a team. This will significantly deepen the impact of the course.

Who is it for?

  • Those exploring how to begin, sustain and grow a fresh expression of church;

  • Experienced pioneers who want to reflect on what they are doing;

  • Those wanting to learn qualities of Christian ministry;

  • Christians who want their churches to be more effective in mission;

  • All denominations, traditions and ages;

  • Urban, suburban and rural contexts.

Features of the course

  • Designed for busy Christians;

  • Delivered ecumenically;

  • Local and national teachers;

  • Reflection on your context and story;

  • Varied learning styles and resources;

  • Coaching, mentoring, learning networks;

  • Full materials and extra online material.

Modules include

  • Mission context;

  • The mission of God;

  • Vision, values and call;

  • Starting something new;

  • Listening for mission;

  • What is church?

  • Gospel and culture;

  • Team roles and behaviour;

  • Discipleship;

  • Evangelism;

  • Spirituality, worship and the sacraments;

  • Growing to maturity.

Your local course

The course leaders are: Revd Canon Kerry Thorpe (Canterbury Diocese); Revd Penny Marsh (South Eastern Baptist Association 

Teachers include: Revd Canon Kerry Thorpe, Revd Penny Marsh, Revd Geoff Clarke, Revd Sue Vallente-Kerr and drawing on the expertise from our partners

Course timetable and venue:

We have two locations for msm this year, the Bluewater Shopping Centre and All Saints Canterbury. Please see the information below for the events at each location.

Bluewater Shopping Centre:

Bluewater Management Suite, Upper Rose Gallery, Greenhithe DA9 9ST​

  • Saturday, 24 September 2016 (9:30-15:30)*

  • Tuesday, 11 October 2016 (19:30-21:30)

  • Tuesday, 15 November 2016 (19:30-21:30)

  • Tuesday, 13 December 2016 (19:30-21:30)

  • Tuesday, 10 January 2017 (19:30-21:30)

  • Tuesday, 14 February 2017 (19:30-21:30)

  • Weekend 10-12 March 2017

  • Tuesday, 11 April 2017 (19:30-21:30)

  • Saturday, 13 May 2017 (9:30-15:30)**

  • Tuesday, 13 June 2017 (19:30-21:30)

  • Thursday, 13 July 2017 (19:30-21:30)

All Saints Canterbury:

All Saints Church, Military Road, Canterbury CT1 1PA​

  • Saturday, 24 September 2016 (9:30-15:30)*

  • Thursday, 20 October 2016 (19:45-21:45)

  • Thursday, 17 November 2016 (19:45-21:45)

  • Thursday, 15 December 2016 (19:45-21:45)

  • Thursday, 19 January 2017 (19:45-21:45)

  • Thursday, 23 February 2017 (19:45-21:45)

  • Weekend 10-12 March 2017

  • Thursday, 20 April 2017 (19:45-21:45)

  • Saturday, 13 May 2017 (9:30-15:30)**

  • Thursday, 15 June 2017 (19:45-21:45)

  • Thursday, 13 July 2017 (19:45-21:45)

*Saturday, 24 September 2016 9.30am-3.30pm

Venue: St Justus Centre, Rochester, ME1 2LT

**Saturday, 13 May 2017 9:30am-3:30pm

Venue: St Justus Centre, Rochester, ME1 2LT

Residential Weekend – 10th – 12th March 2017 

Venue: Emmaus Centre, West Wickham, BR4 9HH

Cost

£250 per person which covers all materials, refreshments and weekend away.  Apply to your denomination for a possible.

Canterbury Diocese applicants should apply to Canterbury Diocese for grants. Fees will often be met in full.

Canterbury Enquiries to: Kerry Thorpe 01227 459401, kthorpe@diocant.org

Booking Contact:

Carol Evans, Rochester Diocesan Office, St Nicholas Church, Boley Hill, Rochester, ME1 1SL Carol.evans@rochester.anglican.org 

You can also book online at http://www.missionshapedministry.org/book

msm Norwich 2016

We believe it will be a significant resource for building the Kingdom of God in this area.

Individuals are most welcome, but we particularly hope that small groups from a church or fresh expression will come as a team. This will significantly deepen the impact of the course.

Who is it for?

  • Those exploring how to begin, sustain and grow a fresh expression of church;

  • Experienced pioneers who want to reflect on what they are doing;

  • Those wanting to learn qualities of Christian ministry;

  • Christians who want their churches to be more effective in mission;

  • All denominations, traditions and ages;

  • Urban, suburban and rural contexts.

Features of the course

  • Designed for busy Christians;

  • Delivered ecumenically;

  • Local and national teachers;

  • Reflection on your context and story;

  • Varied learning styles and resources;

  • Coaching, mentoring, learning networks;

  • Full materials and extra online material.

Modules include

  • Mission context;

  • The mission of God;

  • Vision, values and call;

  • Starting something new;

  • Listening for mission;

  • What is church?

  • Gospel and culture;

  • Team roles and behaviour;

  • Discipleship;

  • Evangelism;

  • Spirituality, worship and the sacraments;

  • Growing to maturity.

Your local course

The course leaders and teachers include Sally Gaze and David Lloyd.

Course timetable and venue

  • Monday, 19 September 2016

  • Saturday, 01 October 2016

  • Monday, 03 October 2016

  • Monday, 17 October 2016

  • Monday, 31 October 2016

  • Monday, 14 November 2016

  • Monday, 28 November 2016

  • Monday, 09 January 2017

  • Monday, 23 January 2017

  • Saturday, 28 January 2017

  • Monday, 06 February 2017

  • Monday, 20 February 2017

  • Monday, 06 March 2017

  • Monday, 20 March 2017

  • Monday, 24 April 2017

  • Monday, 8 May 2017

  • Saturday, 13 May 2017

  • Monday, 22 May 2017

  • Monday, 5 June 2017

  • Saturday, 17 June 2017

  • Final course meeting will be 19 June or 3 July 2017

Weeknights from 19.30 to 21.30,

Saturdays run from 15.30 to 19.00

St Thomas Church, Norwich,NR2 3RJ

Cost

tbc

Booking

Contact Jessica for more information about booking.

Contact

Jessica Glauert

01603 630517

Jessica.Glauert@ntlworld.com

msm Gloucestershire 2016

We believe it will be a significant resource for building the Kingdom of God in this area.

Individuals are most welcome, but we particularly hope that small groups from a church or fresh expression will come as a team. This will significantly deepen the impact of the course. 

Who is it for?

  • Those exploring how to begin, sustain and grow a fresh expression of church;

  • Experienced pioneers who want to reflect on what they are doing;

  • Those wanting to learn qualities of Christian ministry;

  • Christians who want their churches to be more effective in mission;

  • All denominations, traditions and ages;

  • Urban, suburban and rural contexts.

Features of the course

  • Designed for busy Christians;

  • Delivered ecumenically;

  • Local and national teachers;

  • Reflection on your context and story;

  • Varied learning styles and resources;

  • Coaching, mentoring, learning networks;

  • Full materials and extra online material.

Modules include

  • Mission context;

  • The mission of God;

  • Vision, values and call;

  • Starting something new;

  • Listening for mission;

  • What is church?

  • Gospel and culture;

  • Team roles and behaviour;

  • Discipleship;

  • Evangelism;

  • Spirituality, worship and the sacraments;

  • Growing to maturity.

Your local course

The course leaders and teachers include Cate Williams, Kate Wyatt, Liam Mckenna, Pete Brazier, Pauline Godfrey, Ros Greenhalgh, and Linda Thomas.

Course Structure

The course is a mixture of evenings, Saturdays and a weekend residential spread over an academic year.

Saturday Sessions

All the groups and leaders will gather on the Saturdays.

Venue: Farmers Club, Greville Close, Gloucester, GL2 9RG

Meeting on Saturdays 9.30am to 4pm

Dates: 3 September 2016, 4 March 2017, 13 May 2017, 24 June 2017.

Residential

A residential conference, again with the local groups working together

Venue: Holland House, Main Street, Cropthorne, Worcs, WR10 3NB

Dates: 18-20 November 2016 (Friday evening to Sunday afternoon)

Evening Sessions

The evening sessions, lasting no more than two hours, will take place locally so that it is easier for people who are at a distance from Gloucester to attend. These will include extra sessions dedicated to supporting people with thinking through the mission ideas they have for their local context

The evening session locations and dates are:

Forest of Dean – St Peter’s Church, Newnham-on-Severn, GL14 1AE

Led by Cate Williams and Kate Wyatt (from Viney Hill Christian Adventure Centre) 

Dates: Tuesday evenings – 20 Sept, 18 Oct, 6 Dec, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 21 Feb, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 25 Apr, 30 May, 13 Jun

Thornbury Methodist Church – High St, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 2AQ

Led by Liam Mckenna and Pete Brazier

Dates: Thursday evenings – 8 Sept, 13 Oct, 1 Dec, 12 Jan, 2 Feb, 23 Feb, 9 Mar, 30 Mar, 4 May, 18 May, 8 Jun

Gloucester – 4 College Green, Gloucester, GL1 2LR

Led by Pauline Godfrey

Dates: Wednesday evenings – 21 Sept, 2 Nov, 7 Dec, 4 Jan, 25 Jan, 15 Feb, 5 Apr, 26 Apr, 24 May, 14 Jun

North Cotswolds – Campden Church Rooms, Church Street, Chipping Campden, GL55 6JG

Led by Ros Greenhalgh and Linda Thomas

Dates: Tuesday evenings – 20 Sept, 18 Oct, 6 Dec, 10 Jan, 24 Jan, 7 Feb, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 23 May, 13 Jun 

Cost

£125 per person (£110 if three or more are from the same parish or church). Includes materials, refreshments and the residential weekend. 

Booking

Dowload the flier and booking form at the foot of the page.

Contact

Natasha Kent

nkent@glosdioc.org.uk