Brochure ordained ministers 2013 - Diocese of Salisbury

DIOCESE OF SALISBURY 

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Continuing Ministerial 

Development Brochure 

Ordained Ministers 

2013

CONTENTS 

Continuing Ministerial Development Statement of Expectations 

Introduction – the Director of Learning for Discipleship and Ministry 

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE DIOCESE 

Pages 1 – 34 

Clergy Day 

Archdeaconry Days 

Inspired to Learn! 

Inspiring Social Justice 

Diocesan Days 

Ministry Consultations 

Rural Deans’ Training including Coaching for Excellence 

Clergy Induction Residentials 

‘A Month in Mundri’: opportunities to engage with South Sudan through learning 

and teaching 

Board of Education Events 

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES BEYOND THE DIOCESE 

Pages 35 – 64 

Ammerdown Centre 

Anglican Centre in Rome 

Bridge Builders 

Churches, Cheeses and Ciders of Normandy 

Communications 

Faraday Institute 

Hilfield Friary 

5 th International Conference on Ageing and Spirituality 

IT skills 

Los Olivos 

Pilsdon Community 

Praxis and Transforming Worship 

Rural Ministry 

Sarum College 

Southern Regional Institute 

St John’s College Nottingham – in service study weeks 

Tantur Ecumenical Institute

SUPPORT FOR MINISTRY 

Pages 65 – 70 

Clergy Appointments Advisor 

Ministry Review 

Ministry Development Leave (MDL) 

Extended Ministry Development Leave (EMDL) 

Career Makeover 

Individual Consultancy 

Team Consultancy 

Women’s Continuing Ministerial Education Trust 

Work Based Learning Groups 

WELLBEING 

Pages 71 - 81 

About Wellbeing 

Confidential Care 

‘Chez Dodie Ferragut’ 

Ivy House, Warminster 

Ministry of Deliverance 

Ministry of Healing 

Retreats 

Clergy Retreats and Quiet Days at Ivy House 

Society of Mary and Martha 

Spiritual Direction 

Voyage on the ‘Morning Star’

Continuing Ministerial Development 

Statement of Expectations 

This guidance is issued under Regulation 19 of the Ecclesiastical Offices (Terms of 

Service) Regulations 2009, and sets out advice in relation to arrangements for Continuing 

Ministerial Education and Development in dioceses. 

The purpose of Continuing Ministerial Development (CMD) is to strengthen and deepen a 

lifelong learning culture within each diocese. Good practice in both provision and 

participation are ultimately evidenced in spiritual and numerical growth with the Church’s 

ministers more fully engaged in God’s mission themselves, in the variety of roles they have 

been licensed to as public representative ministers, and better able to stimulate and 

enable the whole Church to respond to its call. 

CMD focuses not just on learning and training but takes seriously the flourishing of the 

whole person in their ministerial context. It cannot seek to meet all the individual needs of 

everyone but aims to create a normative environment in which developmental learning is 

recognized as a hallmark of professional good practice as well as a central aspect of 

discipleship. It is also a means by which we exercise grateful stewardship of the talents 

which God has entrusted to us, both as individuals and as the Church. 

Good CMD provision is characterized by: 

• a prophetic focus on the needs of the Church of the future as well as the immediate 

needs of the Church of today 

• a well articulated theology of CMD accompanied by a clear statement of 

expectation 

• a responsiveness to national and diocesan vision setting and policy 

• visible modelling of good practice by key people including senior staff 

• appointment of qualified post holders 

• allocation of financial resources in accordance to articulated priorities 

• collaboration between Dioceses and ecumenical partners regionally 

• shared delivery with other Diocesan departments 

• alignment with IME 1 – 7 

• alignment with Clergy Terms of Service and Ministerial Development Review 

• particular attention to transition points in ministry 

• integration of the needs of the individual with the strategic objectives of the Diocese 

and the priorities of the wider Church 

• inclusion of all those exercising ministry in the name of the Church with attention 

given to their differing needs 

• ready access to information and to personal advice and support 

• provision of enjoyable, supportive and inspirational learning events 

• regular review of provision

Good CMD participation includes: 

• honouring of vocation to “be diligent in prayer, in reading Holy Scripture, and in 

all studies that will deepen your faith” 

• for full time ministers taking personal responsibility in setting aside at least 5 days 

for CMD and the best part of a week for retreat each year and encouraging and 

enabling others to do the same 

• positive engagement with ongoing developmental learning at all stages of ministry 

• regular participation in Ministerial Development Review 

• proactively planning one’s own learning especially in response to Ministerial 

Development Review 

• using Ministerial Development Review to assess and apply learning undertaken 

• keeping abreast of changing legal and public responsibilities 

• planning ahead for possible longer periods of developmental leave 

• balancing individual inclinations and enthusiasms with the needs and demands of 

the present role 

• willingness to share knowledge and skills in order to resource the learning of others

INTRODUCTION – the Director of Learning for Discipleship and Ministry 

Welcome to this year’s Continuing Ministerial Development brochure. I hope you will find 

much to interest and engage you in it. 

The brochure contains our programme of Diocesan events for 2013 including the Clergy 

Day and Archdeaconry Days, plus a selection of learning opportunities outside the 

Diocese. It’s not possible to include everything but each year we provide a handpicked few 

just to give you a flavour of what’s available. Other events may be publicised via e bulletin 

throughout the year. We always welcome new ideas so if you’ve recently taken part in a 

good piece of learning and would like us to consider offering it to the Diocese do let us 

know. 

In the second half of the brochure you will find resources to support you in your ministry 

such as coaching, mentoring and consultancy which can be accessed on an individual 

basis, also a section on Wellbeing, a distinctive feature of our Salisbury approach to CMD. 

Don’t forget you can always ask for an individual consultation to discuss your particular 

CMD needs so please contact us if you would like to arrange a meeting. 

Enclosed with this brochure you will find: 

a lilac Booking Form 

a green ‘Learning Record’ form requesting details of any learning you have done outside 

the Diocese in 2012 

a cream Talent Bank Form. Take a look and see which of your gifts and skills you might 

be able to share more widely this year 

a blue Feedback Form for your comments, questions and requests. Your feedback is 

much appreciated and makes it possible for us to keep on improving what we offer 

Our Diocesan CMD expectation 

Our shared expectation is that the following will be the normal pattern for each of us in 

2013: 

Clergy Day 

Archdeaconry Day 

At least one other event selected from the Diocesan programme 

Regular attendance at Chapter whenever possible 

Participation in Ministry Review 

You may attend as many events from the Diocesan programme as you wish. 

If you are planning other learning for yourself in addition to what is in the Diocesan 

programme we invite you to give brief details on the Booking Form.

The Learning for Discipleship and Ministry Team keeps a record of the learning 

undertaken by individual ministers. This consists of the dates and details of Diocesan 

events attended each year and other events for which funding has been allocated. If you 

wish to see your personal entry please contact Tina Draycott at the Learning for 

Discipleship and Ministry Team Office. This information may be useful to you in completing 

the Church of England standard job application form which asks for details of continuing 

ministerial development. 

Booking 

Please complete your Booking Form and return it to the Learning for Discipleship and 

Ministry Team Office not later than Monday 14 January. 

On the form we ask you to 

indicate that you are able to attend the relevant shared events and have noted the dates 

select from the Diocesan programme by ticking the boxes 

let us know if there are other ways in which we can help and support you 

tell us about your other learning plans if you wish to do so 

Unless you hear otherwise please assume that your booking has been accepted. Full 

details and joining instructions for each event will be sent to you approximately a fortnight 

beforehand. If you find that you are unable to attend an event for which you have booked 

we ask you to let us know as soon as possible. This is particularly important at events with 

limited numbers as we may be able to offer your place to another person. It also helps us 

keep down the costs of meals, resource packs etc. If costs have been incurred on your 

behalf and you have not notified us that you are unable to come within a reasonable time 

frame we will request a contribution from you. If an event with limited numbers is 

oversubscribed places will be allocated on a ‘first come’ basis but we will do our best to 

run the event again on another occasion. 

Funding 

All events in the Diocesan programme are offered free of charge although a donation may 

be requested where a meal is provided. For those events for which there is a residential 

option you will be asked to cover the costs of residence yourself. 

Attendance by Diocesan invitation at a range of external courses and consultations is 

funded on your behalf. Funding is also available on a discretionary basis to individuals who 

are planning their own learning.

The standard grant for ordained ministers in 2013 is £240 (1% of stipend) and this may be 

applied for by stipendiary or non stipendiary ministers for any relevant learning activity. 

Exceptional requests for larger amounts may be considered. 

Funding is not available for retreats but parishes are requested to treat this as an expense 

of office. 

There is no automatic funding to Teams or Deaneries for corporate events but all or part of 

a number of individual grants can be released for this purpose to enable a group of people 

to plan something together. 

Ordained ministers in the first four years of ministry have a separate learning programme 

but are also invited to all shared events and are very welcome to any of the events on the 

Diocesan programme. You are not normally eligible for individual grants as the money 

allocated to you has already been spent on the IME Part 2 programme. However ordained 

ministers completing degrees or working for higher degrees in their first four years will be 

assisted with funding wherever possible. The standard grant for 2013 will be applicable for 

this purpose and this may be claimed by stipendiary or non stipendiary ministers. 

If you wish to apply for a grant please put in your claim in advance and not retrospectively 

by contacting us with outline details of what you propose to do and the cost. Money can 

often be advanced where needed. 

We also hold information about other possible sources of funding. 

The Team 

Members of the Learning for Discipleship and Ministry Team are here to help you and we 

are always happy to be contacted about any matter so please ring or email us at any time. 

All our details and contact information appear below: 

Team telephone: 01722 411944 

Team email: ldmt@salisbury.anglican.org 

Revd Canon Jane Charman 

Director of Learning for Discipleship and Ministry 

Direct dial: 01722 438655 

jane.charman@salisbury.anglican.org 

Revd Ian Cowley 

Co-ordinator for Vocations and Spirituality 

ian.cowley@salisbury.anglican.org 

Revd Dr Stella Wood 

Co-ordinator for Learning for Discipleship 

stella.wood@salisbury.anglican.org

Revd Jennifer Totney 

Lay Learning Support Officer 

jennifer.totney@salisbury.anglican.org 

Mr Philip Jones 

LLM Training Officer 

philip.jones@salisbury.anglican.org 

Co-ordinator for Local Ministry 

Post currently vacant 

Revd Charlie Allen 

Co-ordinator for IME and DDO 

charlie.allen@salisbury.anglican.org 

Mrs Sue Chandler 

IME Support Officer and CMD Support Officer 

sue.chandler@salisbury.anglican.org 

Ven Alan Jeans 

Ministry for Mission Portfolio 

adsarum@salisbury.anglican.org 

Team Administrators 

Tina Draycott 

Andrea Dredge 

Jane Murrell 

Adrian Smale 

tina.draycott@salisbury.anglican.org 

andrea.dredge@salisbury.anglican.org 

jane.murrell@salisbury.anglican.org 

adrian.smale@salisbury.anglican.org 

With warmest good wishes. 

Revd Canon Jane Charman

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES 

WITHIN THE DIOCESE … 

What’s 

here … 

Clergy Day 

Archdeaconry Days 


Inspiring Social Justice 

Diocesan Days 

Ministry Consultations 

Rural Deans’ Training 

including Coaching for Excellence 

Clergy Induction Residentials 

‘A Month in Mundri’: opportunities to engage with South Sudan through 

learning and teaching 

Board of Education Events 

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CLERGY DAY 

‘USING THE NEW TESTAMENT IN ETHICAL ISSUES TODAY’ 

Wednesday 10 July 

All day at Bryanston School, Blandford 

Keynote speaker: Professor Richard Burridge 

The major issues concerning ethical dilemmas around many common human 

experiences confront us in both public and personal morality. Richard Burridge will 

be exploring a methodology which illustrates this with regard to issues of money, 

wealth and poverty in the morning, and beginning and end of life issues in the 

afternoon 

The Revd Professor Richard A. Burridge has been Dean of King’s College London since 1993, and 

was appointed to a personal Chair in Biblical Interpretation in 2008. Before coming to King's 

College London he was Lazenby Chaplain at the University of Exeter, where he also taught New 

Testament and Ethics. He was originally a classicist and schoolmaster before being ordained in 

1985. 

Richard has written several books on Jesus and the Gospels (notably What are the Gospels A 

Comparison with Graeco-Roman Biography, 1992, new revised edition, 2004; Four Gospels, One 

Jesus 1994 and new revised edition 2005; and a commentary on John, 1998, reissued for the 

Lambeth Conference in 2008) as well as writing on ethics, the purposes of universities and higher 

education, and Christian responses to contemporary film and fiction (Faith Odyssey, 2001, revised 

edition 2003). His most recent book, Imitating Jesus: An Inclusive Approach to New Testament 

Ethics (2007) looks at how New Testament ethics should be interpreted in the light of his argument 

that the Gospels are essentially biographies of Jesus, using South African apartheid as a case 

study. In January 2009 it was announced that Imitating Jesus was one of five titles shortlisted for 

the Michael Ramsey Prize. 

Richard’s current work builds on his work on ethics in Imitating Jesus and other thinking over the 

last fifteen years. He is presently working on a methodology to illustrate approaches to ethical 

dilemmas and common human experiences, and the provisional title of this new book is Money, 

Sex, Power, Violence, and the Meaning of Life (publication date to be determined). 

Richard is a member of the Church of England’s General Synod and chaired their Validation Panel for 

ordination training and theological education (1996-2004); he also takes study days for clergy and lay 

people both across England and for Dioceses across the Anglican Communion. He has acted as a writer 

and Consultant to the Millennium Dome at Greenwich and for the National Gallery, London and appears 

regularly on national TV and radio. 

Please note the date in your diary straight away AND KEEP THE WHOLE DAY AND 

EVENING FREE, thankyou!!! Please also note in your diary the Clergy Conference 

Monday 30 June – Thursday 3 July 2014 at The Hayes Conference Centre, 

Swanwick. The theme of the Conference will be ‘God’! 

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ARCHDEACONRY DAYS 

‘COMMUNICATION – ‘SIMPLES!’’ 

Ceri Hurford Jones will lead a fully interactive day that will debunk some of the myths of 

communication. Building on his ‘Brand New’ roadshow back in 2008 this day will give 

participants the chance to explore some new communication techniques and experiment 

with 'new media' 

Social media – are you a tweet How's your book face #itseasywhenyouknow 

Video – can you make it work for you … if so how 

Radio – who listens and what can it do 

Delegates will need to come prepared to have FUN and interact with each other on a whole new 

level 

Ceri is the Managing Director of Spire FM where he has been for over 15 years. He is an 

active member of St Laurence’s Church, Downton, both as a sidesman and Deputy 

Church Warden. Since 2007 he has been an active member of the Diocesan 

Communications Management Group and is also a non executive Director of Salisbury 

Cathedral Enterprises. Last year he was invited to become a Lay Canon of the Cathedral 

Dorset Archdeaconry 

Saturday 20 April 

St Nicholas Church, Corfe Mullen 

Sarum Archdeaconry 

Saturday 27 April 

Amesbury Baptist Church 

Wilts Archdeaconry 

Saturday 21 September 

Seend Community Hall 

Sherborne Archdeaconry 

Saturday 12 October 

Stratton Village Hall 

IF SPACE ALLOWS YOU WOULD ALSO BE WELCOME TO BRING OTHERS WHO 

HAVE COMMUNICATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES IN YOUR CHURCHES OR 

DEANERIES – PLEASE ASK TINA DRAYCOTT 

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Saturday 19 January 9.30 am – 2.30pm 


Welcome and worship 

Fourth in the successful ‘Inspired to ...’ series! 

Introduction 

Workshops 

Resources 

Bishop Edward and Keith Lamdin 

How do we learn – Christian learning – learning for discipleship – enabling 

children and young people to learn – Jesus the teacher 

(with a break for lunch) 

the presentations will be supported by displays of resources – books, 

courses and electronic aids, which will remain open until 2.30 pm 

For lay and ordained people – anyone who wants to be enthused and to enthuse 

others. Cost £6 per person (to include lunch) 

For more information or a booking form please contact 

Danela Adams at danela.adams@salisbury.anglican.org 

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The Dorset Church 

and Society Group 

Inspiring 

Social Justice 

Open to everyone 

Following the recent widespread consultation in the Diocese of Salisbury on the role of the 

Church in Community, we are pleased to work with ecumenical partners in presenting a 

day of workshops and presentations aimed at inspiring our churches to respond to the 

needs of their communities and the wider world 

At the St Nicholas’ Church Centre, Corfe Mullen 

On Saturday 2 nd March 2013 

9.00 am until 3.00 pm 

£5 (to include lunch) 

For more information please contact: 

The Sherborne Office, St Nicholas’ Church Centre, 30 Wareham Road, 

Corfe Mullen, Dorset BH21 3LE 

T: 01202 659427 

E: sherborne.office@salisbury.anglican.org 

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DIOCESAN DAYS 

All the days are likely to run from 10 am – 4 pm or similar unless otherwise advertised. The 

programme also includes some 24 hour and some longer events. OM, LM, LPA, LWL 

indicates whether the event is open to Ordained Ministers, Lay Ministers, Lay Pastoral 

Assistants, Lay Worship Leaders and in some cases others 

BIBLE BREAK: THE BOOK OF JOB – GOD, CREATION AND CHAOS 

Date: Monday 14 – Thursday 17 January 

Venue: Sarum College 

Led by: John Bimson 

The Book of Job is a tantalising text which asks disturbing questions about divine purpose 

and control and about the place of human beings in God’s world. The course will explore 

the writer’s handling of these themes and the book’s relevance for today, including its 

potential as a pastoral resource 

John Bimson teaches Old Testament at Trinity College, Bristol. His special interests 

include the archaeological background to the Old Testament and developing a biblical 

perspective on creation care 

Arrivals for 1 pm lunch (or 2 pm start if preferred) to 2 pm final day (or depart before lunch 

if preferred). Lunches are included but we ask you to cover the cost of bed and breakfast 

and suppers yourself if you wish to be residential 

OM/ LM 

ZUMBA FOR BEGINNERS 

Date: Thursday 24 January 10 am – 12 noon 

Venue: Netheravon Village Hall 

Led by: Selaine Saxby 

A Wellbeing event 

Zumba is a Colombian dance fitness program incorporating dance and aerobics elements. 

It’s all the rage for those wanting to keep fit and have fun at the same time. The music 

comes from a wide range of dance styles including salsa, flamenco, tango, hip hop and 

belly dancing! This is a taster session for those who’d like to find out more – no great 

levels of fitness required, just give it a go. The session will include an introduction to 

Zumba and a not too challenging class, followed by coffee and cake 

Selaine is an experienced local aerobics teacher and personal trainer 

OM/ LM 

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MAKING THE MOST OF MOTHERING SUNDAY 

Date: Tuesday 29 January 


Led by: Em Coley 

Mothering Sunday is a difficult day. It is surrounded in emotion – joy, failure, and 

bereavement to name but a few – and it is often impossible to hold all of these conflicting 

pastoral demands with integrity in the face of the expectations of the day. Part of the 

reason for this may be because our focus has alighted on biological mothers and has 

moved from the origins of the day and the traditional elements of a Mothering Sunday 

service 

This study day will explore varieties of liturgical practice associated with Mothering 

Sunday, identifying those which express both the celebration and the ambiguities of the 

day. It will also explore the history of Mothering Sunday and in so doing reorient our 

approach to this popular festival 

Em Coley is Associate Priest in Kennington, Oxford. She is the author of Mothering 

Sunday (Grove Books, 2005) 

OM/ LM/ LPA/ LWL 

THE CONTEMPLATIVE MINISTER 1 

FINDING THE STILL CENTRE IN A BUSY LIFE 

Led by: Ian Cowley, Sue Langdon and Peter Greenwood 


Wednesday 6 February 

Thursday 9 May 


Grove Farm House, Melbury Abbas 

‘If you meet George Herbert on the road, kill him!’ In this provokingly titled recent book 

Justin Lewis-Anthony asks why many contemporary clergy are under such pressure and 

some are experiencing burn out. Do we need to radically rethink our model of ministry In 

this day of reflection Ian, Sue and Peter will help us explore how we can recapture the 

contemplative heart of ministry. This event has been fully booked in three previous years 

and we are pleased to be able to offer it again this year 

Ian is Diocesan Co-ordinator for Vocations and Spirituality. Sue is a contemplative and the 

Gatherer of the Pilgrimage Community of St Wite in Whitchurch Canonicorum near 

Bridport. Peter is Priest in Charge of Gillingham and Milton-on-Stour 

OM 

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ARMY CHAPLAINCY: A CONTENTIOUS MINISTRY 

Date: Tuesday 12 February 

Venue: Allenby Barracks, Bovington, Dorset 

Led by: Andrew Totten 

The Army is a significant presence in the Diocese of Salisbury with several operational 

bases and a large number of army families and retired army officers living among us. This 

is an opportunity to gain a greater understanding of the challenges our soldiers face and 

the issues involved in providing for their pastoral and spiritual care 

The day will explore the ethics, theology, and practice of chaplaincy in the British Army 

with a particular focus on current operations in Helmand Province. This will also be an 

opportunity to think about how we as local churches and as a Diocese can work cooperatively 

with the Army 

Padre Andrew Totten MBE is an Assistant Chaplain-General, currently based at the 

headquarters of the Army’s recruiting and training division. Ordained in the Church of 

Ireland, he was commissioned into the Royal Army Chaplains’ Department in 1994, and 

has seen operational service in Bosnia, Kosovo, Northern Ireland, Iraq, and Afghanistan 

OM/ LM/ LPA 

‘NOW THANK WE ALL OUR GOD’: NEW EUCHARISTIC PRAYERS FOR USE WITH 

CHILDREN 

Date: Monday 25 February 

Venue: Diocesan Education Centre 

Led by: Sandra Millar and Barbara Meardon 

Last year the Church authorised two new Eucharistic prayers for use with children or on 

occasions when a significant number of children are present. It has also been agreed that 

children will be allowed to distribute the bread and wine in a service either in church or in a 

school. The day is an opportunity to look in detail at the new prayers and also consider 

their use within the wider picture of children’s and all age worship 

Sandra is Children’s Officer in the Diocese of Gloucester. She is the author of 

‘Worshipping Together: creating all-age services that work’ and ‘Festivals Together: 

creating all-age worship through the year’. Barbara is one of our two Diocesan Children 

and Young People Advisors in the Diocese of Salisbury 


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LEGAL AND GENERAL 

Date: Tuesday 26 February 

Venue: Board Room, Church House 

Led by: Stephen Dawson with contributions from Sue Cannings, Phil Musselwhite, 

Christine Romano, Angie Wheeler, John Kilbee/ Ian Bromilow 

The regulations relating to the governance of your church, its finance and buildings can 

appear formidable. This day aims to enable you to understand how they can be used to 

support local ministry and mission rather than being an obstacle 

Topics covered include: legal responsibilities, governance, managing finance, how fairer 

share works, stewardship and giving, and caring for your church building. The day is 

particularly recommended for those in IME Part 2, especially IME 6, but is open to 

everyone so why not come along and have a refresher 

Stephen is Deputy Diocesan Secretary, Sue is Secretary to the DAC, Phil is Diocesan 

Accountant, Christine is Pastoral and Patronage Secretary, Angie is responsible for Fairer 

Share and John and Ian are the Mission and Stewardship Advisors for Wilts and Dorset 

respectively 

OM/ LM 

Churchwardens and Treasurers or others with similar responsibilities would also be 

welcome to attend – please ask if there are spaces 

CHRISTIAN INITIATION 

Monday 4 – Thursday 7 March 


Led by: James Steven 

The major Western Churches have significantly revised their baptismal liturgies in the last 

fifty years in response to the changing place of the church in society, the fruits of liturgical 

scholarship in assessing patterns of the early church, and ecumenical exchange. The 

course will examine key historical periods which provide a context for contemporary rites 

and the theologies which lie behind them 

James Steven is director of Liturgy and Worship at Sarum College and has a particular 

interest in the relationship between theology and liturgical practice 

The course runs from 3 pm on Monday to 5 pm on Thursday. Lunches are included but we 

ask you to cover the cost of bed and breakfast and suppers yourself if you wish to be 

residential 

OM/ LM 

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DISCOVERING ORIGAMI 

Led by: Helen Holtam 


Thursday 7 March 10 am – 12.30 pm 

Holy Trinity Church Hall, Tidworth 

Tuesday 12 March 2 – 4.30 pm 

Stratton Village Hall 

Come and discover a fascinating and relaxing new hobby which only requires a sheet of 

paper and a little skill 

Helen Holtam is a member of the British Origami Society and has exhibited in central 

London, run Cruise programmes and delivered many origami workshops for people of all 

ages. She has used paper folding to assist with her teaching of both mathematics and 

Young Enterprise in London secondary schools for over 20 years and now lives in 

Salisbury. She loves origami because it is accessible to people of all abilities, and a sheet 

of paper can be found anywhere! ‘Foldings’ is the name of her company, making and 

selling origami greeting cards and sending profits to the charity WaterAid 


AGEING GRACEFULLY: 

SPIRITUALITY AND AGEING IN THE RETIREMENT YEARS 

Wednesday 20 March 


Led by: Tim Marks 

The day will involve a psychological exploration of spirituality and ageing, particularly as it 

relates to retirement. It will consider issues of self-worth and identity. Current research and 

theological literature will be examined. Equally suitable for those recently retired, about to 

retire, or with pastoral responsibility for people in this age range 

Tim is an independent coach, consultant and trainer who has worked with a number of 

Dioceses in the Church of England. He has two theology degrees and a diploma in 

counselling. He is an ordained Anglican priest and a member of the ministry team at 

Malvern Priory where he also serves as a volunteer Pastoral Counsellor 

OM/ LM/ LPA 

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AROUND THE ISLAND: 

A FOUR DAY WALK AROUND THE ISLE OF WIGHT 

Date: 12 – 15 April 

Led by: Alan Jeans 


This is a repeat event from last year which we had to cancel due to difficulties finding 

enough accommodation for the group. And just as well we did – the weather was simply 

horrible that week! This year we will be more organised and book well in advance 

This is a 60 mile walk which we shall be tackling in 4 manageable bites of 15 miles each. 

Reasonable level of fitness required – we have had to carry some people home on 

previous walks! We will ask you for a £50 deposit to secure your place and enable us to 

pre-book accommodation 

OM/ LM 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CATHEDRAL CANON 

Date: Tuesday 23 April 

Venue: In and around Salisbury Cathedral 

Led by: Tom Clammer and Sarah Mullally 

The Cathedral is the mother house of the Diocese and also has an international ministry to 

thousands of tourists and pilgrims each year. It has a fascinating history, a rich liturgical 

and musical tradition and an overarching commitment to mission with growing 

congregations attending worship 

The Cathedral also employs a large number of people including some ordained people 

who minister as Cathedral Canons. This is an opportunity to shadow two of them for the 

inside of a day, to find out more about what they do and perhaps consider whether God 

may be calling you to a Cathedral ministry 

Tom is Canon Precentor and Sarah is Canon Treasurer of Salisbury Cathedral 

OM 

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‘I BELIEVE AND TRUST IN ...’: DISCIPLING YOUNG PEOPLE AND CONFIRMATION 

Date: Monday 29 April 9.15 am – 12.30 pm 

Venue: Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 

Led by: Lizzie Whitbread and Pete Maidment 

A chance to explore ways to support and encourage young people to grow in their faith, 

including reflection and discussion about Confirmation 

Lizzie is one of our two Diocesan Children and Young People Advisors. Pete is Diocesan 

Youth Officer in the Diocese of Winchester and author of ‘RE: Connecting with 

Confirmation’ 


LET THE WORD OF CHRIST DWELL IN YOU RICHLY: REIMAGINING THE ROLE OF 

THE BIBLE IN WORSHIP 

Date: Wednesday 1 May 

Led by: James Steven 


For Anglicans ‘The Service of the Word’ in Common Worship is often presented as a way 

of exploiting flexibility in service planning. The aim of this day is to take a different and 

more foundational approach which explores the theological and historical rationale for 

using the Bible in worship. This will provide fresh insights for ways in which worship 

connects with the dynamic and living scriptural tradition 

Participants will have the opportunity to discuss the practical implications of this for 

worship leadership and planning. This will include helping congregations prepare to listen 

to the Bible, using biblical books or passages to shape a service structure, and employing 

ways of using biblical texts to enrich worship. Consideration will also be given to the 

pastoral implications of leading communities that are ‘formed by the Word’ 

James Steven has worked as a theological educator at Trinity College Bristol, King’s 

College London and now at Sarum College. James has a long standing interest in the way 

that the Bible informs and enlivens public worship and has recently completed research on 

the Anabaptist Daily Prayer Book 

OM/ LM/ LWL 

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UNDERPINNING MINISTRY AND MISSION THROUGH STEWARDSHIP 

Led by: John Kilbee and Ian Bromilow 

Tuesday 14 May 

Christchurch, Warminster 

Wednesday 18 September 

Charlton Down Village Hall 

The course will cover: 

• Introduction of stewardship from a Biblical perspective 

• Development of a local mission, building alignment within the church and its link to 

stewardship 

• Development of stewardship programmes – time, talents and money – covering 3/4 

weeks, including house groups and weekly services, as well as the supporting 

leaflets and hand-outs for church members 

• Good practice and available support from the Diocesan Mission & Stewardship 

team 

John and Ian are the Mission and Stewardship Advisors for Wilts and Dorset respectively 

OM/ LM/ others 

KEEPING VOCATION ALIVE 

Thursday 23 May 

Venue: Hilfield Friary 

Led by: Brother Sam 


Discovering our vocation as we set out in ministry is an exciting time. But how do we 

refresh and renew our sense of vocation as time goes by, keeping vocation alive in the 

longer term Brother Sam helps us reflect on our ongoing response to the call of God. 

Step aside from the usual pressures and through a combination of talks, worship and 

silence take time to listen to God, to be refreshed in ministry and to discern the Spirit's 

leading 

Brother Sam is currently the Minister Provincial for the European Province of the Society of 

St Francis and is based at Hilfield Friary in Dorset. His interests include Franciscan 

theology and spirituality, ecological and environmental sustainability, peace and justice 

issues and interfaith dialogue 

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FLEXIBILITY IN COMMON WORSHIP: A GUIDE 

Date: Thursday 6 June 

Led by: Mark Earey 


When the new Common Worship liturgies for the Church of England began to appear, 

Mark Earey was based at Sarum College as the Praxis National Education Officer, training 

and preparing people for the new services. Since then he has noted the questions which 

come up again and again about how to use Common Worship flexibly. The growth of 

'Fresh Expressions' of church has more sharply focused a question which is also being 

asked in more traditional patterns of church – just what can we do with Common Worship 

Mark will help us to explore and clarify the freedoms within Common Worship, and 

consider where Church of England liturgy might need to go in the future. An ideal day for 

those who would like to be confident and informed in the way they plan and lead the 

Common Worship liturgies 

Mark teaches liturgy at the Queens’ Foundation in Birmingham. He has accumulated very 

significant experience of how the Church of England has received the Common Worship 

liturgies both on a national level, when he worked as the Praxis Education Officer, and in 

the local parish as a Team Rector in West Yorkshire. His latest book, Finding Your Way 

Around Common Worship (2011), addresses these concerns 

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IN A MONASTERY GARDEN: HERBS AT HILFIELD 

Date: Thursday 13 June 

Venue: Hilfield Friary 

Led by: Chantal and Richard Thornbury 


An opportunity to explore the herbs available around the Friary (both cultivated and wild) 

and their culinary, medicinal and decorative uses, emphasising how the way we relate to 

herbs (and creation in general) is an expression of our Franciscan spirituality. The day will 

include a tour around the grounds looking at the herbs we grow as well as practical 

workshops demonstrating some simple techniques for their use, including drying, cordial 

making and tea mixtures. There will also be a chance to look at the progress we have 

made on our new 'Canticle Garden' which will have a strong herbal theme 

Chantal and Richard have been members of the community at the Friary for six years. 

Together they oversee the management of the Friary's grounds as well as looking after 

their two small children 

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CARING FOR THE CARERS 

Date: Thursday 13 June 7 – 9 pm 

Led by: Norma Fergusson 

Venue: Blandford Parish Church Centre 

A course looking at the concerns of being a full-time carer. This can be a difficult and 

thankless task even in the most loving of relationships. How, as a church, can we support 

our carers among our congregations and beyond The course will raise awareness of the 

needs of carers and provide a vital opportunity for discussion and sharing good practice 

Norma is the Vulnerable Adults Adviser for the Diocese and has had personal experience 

of being a carer 

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CELTIC SPIRITUALITY 

Date: Monday 17 – Thursday 20 June 

Led by: The Sarum College Christian Spirituality Team 


This course explores some basic themes in Celtic spirituality and considers the historical 

background against which they were set. It investigates how the Celtic peoples viewed the 

world around them, as well as interpreting what the vision can mean for us today 

This course is a module from the Sarum College MA in Christian Spirituality which you are 

invited to undertake on a ‘standalone’ basis. It may be particularly helpful as a ‘taster’ for 

anyone thinking of studying for an MA at Sarum College in future 

The course begins at 3pm on Monday and concludes at 5pm on Thursday. Meals are 

included but we ask you to cover the cost of bed and breakfast yourself if you wish to be 

residential 

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THE CONTEMPLATIVE MINISTER 2: 

THE WELCOMING PRAYER 

Led by: Ian Cowley and Sue Langdon 


Tuesday 18 June 

Thursday 3 October 

Grove Farm House, Melbury Abbas 


This day is intended as a ‘next step’ for clergy who have attended any of The 

Contemplative Minister days during the past three years. Building on the reflections of The 

Contemplative Minister day we will learn and then work experientially with the spiritual 

discipline and practice of ‘The Welcoming Prayer’ and its scriptural roots 

‘The Welcoming Practice is Centering Prayer’s powerful companion piece for turning daily 

life into a virtually limitless field for inner awakening.’ 

Cynthia Bourgeault, Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening 



Bridport. 

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ATASTE OF HONEY 

AN INTRODUCTION TO PRACTICAL BEE KEEPING 

Date: Wednesday 19 June 

Venue: 24 The Close, Salisbury 

Led by: Edward Probert 


An opportunity to find out about the mysteries of beekeeping from a local enthusiast 

If you own or can borrow a beekeeping veil that would be helpful, also please bring a pair 

of overalls or other garment that will cover you up and some leather gloves. But these are 

only for those who want to get intimate with the bees; others can safely stand at a 

distance! 

Numbers limited to 12 

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BIBLE BREAK: STUDIES IN 1 CORINTHIANS 

Monday 24 – Thursday 27 June 


Led by: Stephen Barton 

1 Corinthians gives us the most vivid insight of any New Testament text into the very 

beginnings of Christianity and the impact of conversion to Christ on pagan lifestyles. This 

study week will explore how the great apostle Paul struggled to shape the fractious 

Corinthian Christians into a unity as ‘the body of Christ’. 1 Corinthians becomes like a 

mirror in which we see reflections of ourselves 

Stephen Barton taught Biblical Studies at Salisbury and Wells Theological College before 

being appointed to the Theology Department of Durham University as Lecturer in New 

Testament. He is an ordained priest and has served in parishes in Durham and Newcastle 

dioceses. His publications include Invitation to the Bible (SPCK, 1997), and Life Together: 

Family, Sexuality and Community in the New Testament and Today (T&T Clark, 2001) 




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‘THEREFORE CHOOSE LIFE’: 

Defying the odds and embracing true hope over optimism 

Date: Saturday 13 July 

Venue: Lodge Farm, Broad Chalke 

Led by: Darrell Weyman 

The broad consensus of scientific opinion acknowledges that human-induced global 

climate change is a reality. If unchecked the consequences for human society and the 

environment will be massive. It seems increasingly unlikely that patterns of consumption 

and atmospheric carbon emission will be reduced in time to stop at least major change, if 

not catastrophic collapse. How are we, as a Christian community, developing a theology 

and spirituality which will honestly acknowledge the problem and yet provide a realistic 

pattern of living the gospel into this uncertain future 

The day will include some input, time for discussion and reflective time and will aim to help 

us think how we can begin to re-envision purpose and meaning within a radically 

challenging socio-political future 

Darrell was formerly Parish Priest of Marnhull. Now retired, he leads a contemplative life 

and is interested in a radical spiritual approach to environmental issues 

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UP THE MOUNTAIN: 

HILL WALKING IN SNOWDONIA 

Date: Thursday 27 June – Monday 1 July 


Led by: Joe Edwards 

Three days amongst the wonderful peaks of Snowdonia to include, weather permitting, the 

Snowdon Horseshoe. This is the classic ridge walk in Snowdonia – starting from Pen-y- 

Pass the route includes Crib Goch, Garnedd Ugain, Yr Wyddfa and Y Lliwedd. It is 8 

miles, involves nearly 1000 metres of ascent and should take 5-6 hours 

Joe Edwards is Priest in Charge of the Bridge Benefice. He has held the Mountain 

Leaders Training Board Summer Mountain Leaders Award for nearly 20 years and has 

extensive experience of hill walking and climbing across the British Isles and Europe with a 

particular love of the mountains of North Wales, the ‘Land of His father’ 

We will ask you for a £50 deposit to secure your place and enable us to pre-book 

accommodation 

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L2P: THE GREAT BICYCLE RIDE 

Date: Tuesday 27 – Saturday 31 August 

Led by: Bishop Edward 

Join Bishop Edward and friends on a bicycle ride that takes you from London to Paris! A 

friendly minibus will convey riders and their bikes to Westminster Abbey for the start and 

carry our kit for us during the ride. Ferry crossing from Newhaven to Dieppe, 

accommodation in the Premier Inn in the UK, two small local hotels in France and probably 

the Ibis near the Gare du Nord, return by Eurostar. There is the option of staying on longer 

in Paris for those who wish, bikes would still come back in the van. For details of the route 

go to: 

http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/leisureandtourism/countryside/cycling/cyclinginfrance 

The cost per person will be about £450 and you may use your per capita CMD grant of 

£240 towards this 

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SEXUALITY AND PASTORAL PRACTICE 

Date: Saturday 14 September 

Venue: St Paul’s Church, Salisbury 

Led by: John Clarke 

Questions of sexuality are a contested issue in church and society. A wide variety of views 

are held about marriage and divorce, civil partnerships, and gay relationships by both 

clergy and lay people. Sometimes attitudes in congregations can be difficult to accept or to 

challenge 

This event will provide a time to look at the questions that current sexual debates and 

changes in legislation pose for pastoral practice, and will help participants to think through 

the theology that informs the responses we make 

The Very Revd John Clarke has been the Dean of Wells since 2004. He has held a variety 

of positions since his ordination in 1976. After a curacy in Newcastle-upon- Tyne he 

worked in Scotland for eight years before spending a year of theological study in Greece. 

He was Vicar of St. Mary’s Battersea in South London until 1997 when he became 

Principal of Ripon College Cuddesdon near Oxford 

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CHRISTIAN FAITH AND LEADERSHIP 

Date: Monday 23 – Thursday 26 September 

Led by: The Sarum College Christian Leadership Team 


This short course will explore and analyse the ways in which theology and spirituality can 

underpin and challenge an understanding of leadership within and outside faith-based 

contexts 

The course is a module from the Sarum College MA in Christian Approaches to 

Leadership which you are invited to undertake on a ‘standalone’ basis. It may be 

particularly helpful as a ‘taster’ for anyone thinking of studying for an MA at Sarum College 

in future. For further details of Sarum MAs please contact Anne Jensen, Academic 

Registrar ajensen@sarum.ac.uk 

The course begins at 3pm on Monday and concludes at 5pm on Thursday. Meals are 

included but we ask you to cover the cost of bed and breakfast yourself if you wish to be 

residential 

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DYING IN THE 21 ST CENTURY 

Date: Thursday 3 October 

Venue: St Nicholas’ Church, Corfe Mullen 

Led by: Belinda Davies and members of the Salisbury District Hospital Chaplaincy 

Team 

‘If we are going to retain some kind of dignity and control around how we die the taboo of 

speaking of death is one that must be broken’. The day will focus on aspects of the debate 

concerning calls for a change in law to permit assisted dying; speaking about death and 

dying; ministering to the dying; and changing funeral practices 

Belinda served her curacy at St Thomas’s Church, Salisbury, following completion of an 

MA at Durham University. Belinda’s research focused on assisted dying, ministry at the 

time of death, and funeral practices 

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PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR THE CLERGY 

Date: Tuesday 8 October 10.30 am – 1.30 pm 

Venue: The Cricket Field House Hotel, Salisbury 

Led by: Richard Whittington 


A morning seminar for stipendiary clergy led by Ecclesiastical. All you need to know in 

order to make prudent financial provision for your future 

The seminar covers: budgeting, Church of England housing schemes, mortgages, renting, 

pensions and sick pay including recent changes, investments and savings 

Lunch is provided 

Richard is Independent Financial Advisor for the Diocese of Salisbury 

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GOD, MEN AND THE CHURCH 


Venue: Grove Farm House, Melbury Abbas 

Led by: Ian Cowley and Guy Edwards 


A day to explore issues in ministry and male spirituality 

The adventure of our spiritual lives – the male journey 

What do you hate about being a vicar 

What energises you 

What saps your energies 

Working with men 

Men and church – what needs to change 

If this resonates with you we invite you to be part of this day 

Ian is Diocesan Co-ordinator for Vocations and Spirituality. Guy is Vicar of Ten Lamps 

Group Ministry Paulton with Farrington Gurney and High Littleton in the Diocese of Bath 

and Wells 

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THE CONTEMPLATIVE MINISTER 3: 

SPIRITUAL FORMATION 

Led by: Ian Cowley and Sue Langdon 


Wednesday 16 October Friends’ Meeting House, Devizes 

Thursday 21 November Grove Farm House, Melbury Abbas 

The spiritual life may be understood as a journey of faith and transformation that is 

deepened by accountability, community and the practice of spiritual disciplines. We will be 

using Henri Nouwen’s work on how to live out the five classical stages of spiritual 

development, and how to move from the mind to the heart and to live there in the centre – 

the place where God dwells 



Bridport 

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ENCORE LE GOLF TRIP 

Date: Thursday 17 – Saturday 19 October 

48 hour golf trip to France! 

Led by: Paul Taylor and Antony MacRow Wood 


Following last year’s very enjoyable Le Golf Trip we are pleased to offer this event again 

Leave on the night boat from Portsmouth to St. Malo Thursday evening, play a 

championship course in Brittany on the Friday morning, travel to Port-en-Bessin in 

Normandy (via Bayeux Abbey for a service) Friday afternoon, play Omaha Beach course 

Saturday morning then travel to Caen for the 4.15 pm boat home arriving back in 

Portsmouth at 9.15 pm 

Cost for cabin on the boat over, two rounds of golf and B&B at a hotel in Port en Bessin 

approximately £125 per person (based on four persons per vehicle) plus spending money. 

Reasonable proficiency in golf required (handicap 25 or lower) 

Paul and Antony are both keen golfers and well known Francophiles. Antony is Team 

Rector of the North Poole Ecumenical Team and Paul is the Archdeacon of Sherborne 

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GLORY TO THE NEW BORN KING! 

Saturday 19 October 1 – 5 pm 

Venue: St Martin’s Church, Salisbury 

Led by: Nigel Groome 

The Wise Men (and women) began their nativity preparations in plenty of time. You can 

too! An afternoon exploring fresh and imaginative musical and choral resources for Advent 

and Christmas, suitable for congregations, community occasions and school assemblies 

You are welcome to bring interested others to this event such as organists, choir leaders 

or choir members from your church, or even send them instead of you. Please indicate on 

your booking form or on a separate sheet who will be coming together with their email 

address 

Nigel Groome is the Regional Music Advisor for the Royal School of Church Music and 

Director of Music at Beckenham Parish Church 

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WHAT KIND OF LEADER AM I 

Date: Tuesday 22 October 

Venue: St Francis of Assisi, Littlemoor 

Led by: Keith Lamdin 

Following the popularity of last year’s event we are offering this day again, this time in the 

South of the Diocese 

Everybody seems to be talking about leadership but few people examine the assumptions 

behind the models and theories they use. This day will examine five Christian paradigms 

under the titles of Monarch, Warrior, Servant, Prophet, Contemplative and Elder. We shall 

explore the strengths and weaknesses of each paradigm. We shall look at Biblical roots to 

these paradigms and how they operate in today’s world. The day aims to open up choices 

about the way you lead 

Keith Lamdin is Principal of Sarum College. He has developed leadership training for 

church leaders and acts as a leadership coach in the church as well as charitable and 

health care organisations 

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WHAT IS ANGLICAN THEOLOGY 


Venue: Dinton Village Hall 

Led by: Mark Chapman 

A day to explore different approaches to the theology of the Church of England and the 

Anglican Communion with a detailed look at some of the major historical developments. 

Areas covered will include the Reformation, the Elizabethan Settlement, the Nineteenth 

Century, and the Anglican Communion, as well as topical issues such as the Anglican 

Communion Covenant and questions around the future governance of the Church of 

England 

The Revd Prof Mark Chapman is Vice-Principal of Ripon College Cuddesdon, Reader in 

Modern Theology at the University of Oxford, and Professor at Oxford Brookes University 


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BIBLE BREAK: THE GOSPEL OF JOHN 

Date: Monday 4 – Thursday 7 November 

Led by: Andrew Lincoln 


How might the so-called ‘spiritual’ Gospel of John contribute to a contemporary spirituality 

The course will explore this question as it examines issues surrounding the distinctive 

narrative presentation of Jesus’ life, teaching, death and resurrection in this Gospel and 

investigates some of its prominent lectionary passages in order to provide reflection on 

how they might be appropriated for teaching and preaching 

Professor Andrew Lincoln is on the staff of Gloucestershire University as Portland Chair in 

New Testament Studies. Professor Lincoln has an MA and PhD from Trinity College, 

Cambridge and a BD from Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia. He previously 

taught in Massachusetts and Nottingham, and at the Universities of Sheffield and Toronto 




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THE WORLD OTHERWISE: GOSPEL, ECONOMY AND SUSTAINABILITY 

Date: Saturday 23 November 

Venue: Dinton Village Hall 

Led by: Tim Gorringe 

An exploration of the biblical message as it bears on the current economy and on global 

warming 

Tim Gorringe is Professor of Theological Studies University of Exeter. His two most recent 

books are The Common Good and the Global Emergency (CUP 2011); and Earthly 

Visions (Yale 2011). He is currently working on a book on the Transition movement, a 

movement which aims to prepare society for a life without fossil fuels 

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COOL IN THE HOT SEAT: FACILITATING GROUPS EXCELLENTLY 

Saturday 16 November 

St George’s Church, Fordington, Dorchester 

Wednesday 20 November 


Led by: Tony Nolan 

Following the popular event on ‘Chairing meetings excellently’ we are now offering the 

opportunity to grow your skills in ‘Facilitating groups excellently’. Groups at their best can 

be enjoyable, creative and nurturing spaces. At their worst they can be dull, unproductive, 

challenging or even threatening. The quality of the group experience is often determined 

by way the group is facilitated – a task which often falls to clergy and lay ministers 

Areas we will look at include understanding how groups function, establishing an 

atmosphere of cooperation and collective ownership, working with difference, 

understanding power, sharing responsibility and handling conflict 

Tony is Programme Leader in Spirituality in Everyday life at Sarum College. He is an 

experienced group facilitator, pastoral supervisor, spiritual director and supervisor of 

directors. He is a member of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, a religious order within 

the Roman Catholic tradition 


NEW PERSPECTIVES ON LITURGICAL CHANGE 

Date: Thursday 28 November 

Led by: James Steven and Tim Harle 


Proposed changes to liturgy, whether forms of service or liturgical space, provoke strong 

reactions. Fresh insights from psychology enable us to understand how different people 

find security in times of uncertainty. This day will explore such insights and offer practical 

approaches which encourage positive communal engagement with liturgical change 

James Steven is Director of Liturgy and Worship at Sarum College and is an ordained 

minister in the Church of England. Tim Harle is a Lecturer in Leadership at Sarum College, 

a Visiting Fellow at Bristol Business School, and a Licensed Lay Minister 

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O COME, O COME EMMANUEL 

Date: Tuesday 3 December 


Led by: Sophie Hacker 

An advent workshop inspired by the ‘O’ Antiphons, exploring the theology behind each 

antiphon and using a variety of art materials to take the journey further into image 

Sophie was formerly artist in residence at Sarum College and is now Arts and Exhibitions 

Consultant at Winchester Cathedral 

Numbers are limited to 20 and Sophie’s workshops are always popular so book early to 

avoid disappointment! 

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Bible Breaks this year include: 

The Book of Job 

I Corinthians 

The Gospel of John 

Looking for liturgical resources 

Making the most of Mothering Sunday 

New Eucharistic Prayers for use with children 

Christian Initiation 

Re-imagining the role of the Bible in worship 

Flexibility in Common Worship 

Glory to the new born King 

New perspectives on liturgical change 

Wellbeing opportunities for 2013: 

Zumba for beginners 

Discovering origami 

Around the Island 

Herbs at Hilfield 

Introduction to beekeeping (zzzzzz!) 

Up the Mountain 

The great bicycle ride 

Le golf trip 

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MINISTRY CONSULTATIONS 

TEAM MINISTRIES: MAKING THE MOST OF THE OPPORTUNITIES 

A Consultation for Clergy in Team Ministries 

Date: Thursday 31 January 


Led by: David Durston 

At their best Team Ministries are places where ministers find fulfilment in using their gifts 

and skills in the service of the mission of the church. They bring a variety of talents and 

perspectives, working with members of their congregations who are discovering and 

developing their Christian calling and discipleship. In Team meetings they work together, 

encouraging and offering helpful suggestions to each other. Team Ministries offer special 

opportunities. A congregation of 200 can do a whole range of things that ten small 

congregations of 20 would never think of doing on their own 

In practice the pressure of events and constant demands make it very hard to realise 

these opportunities. Meetings get filled up with details and rotas and the chance to work 

together on something that feels really worthwhile is squeezed. This consultation will offer 

ministers a space to look at the reasons why this happens and to work out how to make 

best use the opportunities their Team Ministry offers 

The consultation is open to all clergy working in Team Ministries. It is particularly 

appropriate for clergy who have recently joined a Team Ministry, and for any who have not 

been to a previous Consultation in this series. You may like to come as a Team, or you 

may decide to ask two or three to come on your behalf, and to discuss what you worked 

out at the Consultation when you meet for your next Team meeting. If it would be helpful 

to your Team for Licensed Lay Ministers to come with the clergy because that is the way 

you work as a Team, they will be very welcome 

David was previously Team Rector of the Wylie and Till Valley Team and is now Team 

Ministry Consultant in the Diocese of Salisbury. He is a passionate believer in the potential 

of team working 

By invitation to clergy and others working in teams 

LAY PASTORAL ASSISTANTS: TRAINING THE TRAINERS 

Date: Wednesday 25 September 6.30 – 9 pm 


Led by: Jennifer Totney 

An evening consultation resourcing those who are involved in training and forming new 

LPAs 

For more information contact Tina Draycott tina.draycott@salisbury.anglican.org 

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NEW DIRECTIONS: a conference to celebrate the 10 th anniversary of the ordination 

of OLM group 2000 

Monday 14 – Wednesday 16 October at Sarum College 

Guest speakers: 

The Rt Revd Nicholas Holtam, Bishop of Salisbury 

The Reverend Canon Rosalind Brown, Canon Librarian of Durham Cathedral and 

former Vice Principal of the Salisbury OLM Scheme 

This residential consultation has been organised by the OLM Group of 2000, those who 

were ordained Deacon in the Cathedral in 2003 and Priest in their parishes in 2004 

In the last 10 years patterns of ministry have changed extensively and the Diocese of 

Salisbury no longer has an OLM Scheme but locally deployable forms of ministry continue 

to flourish and grow 

This consultation will provide space to ask: Where are we now What are we now How 

are we ministering and Where next It will also include worship and bible study and a 

celebratory party on the second evening! 

By invitation to the OLM group of 2000 and friends 

PREPARING FOR RETIREMENT: a day for Associate Ministers 

Date: Saturday 30 November 


Led by: Jane Charman, Michael Turner and Alan Woods 

Within the Region we regularly run consultations for stipendiary clergy who are preparing 

for retirement from licensed ministry. Many of the areas covered, such as pensions and 

housing, are not relevant to Associate Ministers. Other areas are very relevant, such as 

understanding the spiritual and emotional impact of retirement and planning a different 

pattern of ministry for the future. There are also areas which are particular to Associate 

Ministers, such as the dynamic of retiring without moving away from the place where 

ministry has been exercised 

This day is an opportunity for Associate Ministers who are nearing retirement or who may 

have retired recently to come together and share their experiences and good ideas about 

how to make retirement a happy and fruitful experience 

Jane is Director of Learning for Discipleship and Ministry and an experienced facilitator of 

transition points learning. Michael and Alan are the Area Retirement Officers for Wilts and 

Dorset respectively 

By invitation to Associate Ministers 

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RURAL DEANS TRAINING 

Rural Deans’ Residential 

Tuesday 23 – Wednesday 24 April 

Ammerdown 

Rural Deans’ and Lay Chairs’ meeting 

Wednesday 5 June 9.30 am – 3 pm 

Sarum College 

Rural Deans’ meeting 

Tuesday 24 September 9.15 am – 12.30 pm 

South Canonry 

Coaching for Excellence 

Monday 11 – Tuesday 12 November 2013 

Wednesday 8 – Thursday 9 January 2014 

Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 

CLERGY INDUCTION RESIDENTIALS 

Sarum College and venues around the Diocese 

Monday 3 – Tuesday 4 June 

Wednesday 27 – Thursday 28 November 

By invitation for clergy new to the Diocese or those moving into a post of first responsibility 

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‘A MONTH IN MUNDRI’: opportunities to engage with South Sudan through learning 

and teaching 

Revd Jim Findlay (Salisbury) and Revd Tim Storey (Blandford) visited the town of Mundri 

in Western Equatoria, South Sudan in October 2012. The primary purpose was to teach at 

Bishop Ngalamu Theological College where 12 students from different dioceses are being 

trained for the ordained ministry in the Episcopal Church of Sudan 

Jim and Tim write 

‘The visit was the first of what is hoped to become an annual trip to support the work of 

that college and to continue to build on the already strong Salisbury – Sudan link. 

Teaching was certainly the focus of the trip but the impact was deeper and the experience 

much broader than the college classroom. This was a project that inaugurated new 

friendships, deepened established ones and cemented the importance of the partnership 

between our Diocese and The Episcopal Church of Sudan. It was personally enriching, 

has already impacted the life of our churches back home and we hope contributed to the 

on-going work of the link. I hope that our experiences in the church of the world’s newest 

nation will inspire you and your church to get involved and be enriched.’ 

To view a video of Jim and Tim’s time in South Sudan go to: 

http://www.youtube.com/watchv=1KlL14txO74 

To invite Jim and Tim to come and speak to your group, chapter or Synod about 

their trip please contact them direct 

Or, if you are interested in the possibility of volunteering for a teaching placement at 

Bishop Ngalamu College yourself, please contact Jane Charman T: 01722 411944 or 

E: jane.charman@salisbury.anglican.org 

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Open the Book - Beginners 

Intended Audience: Clergy, LLM’s, LPA’s, parishioners or teachers - anyone delivering or hoping to 

deliver collective worship in primary schools 

Purpose: An introduction to Open the Book for new teams to learn how to use this resource for running 

collective worship in primary schools 

Course Content: 

how did ‘Open the Book’ develop 

aims, Code of Practice, registration 

how to ‘do’ an ‘Open the Book’ 

collective worship 

have a go 

questions 

Intended Outcomes: 

children in primary schools engaging in 90 Bible stories, enough for a 3 year rolling programme. 

worship that’s fun, lively, informative and looked forward to volunteers from churches equipped, 

encouraged and enabled to deliver good quality assemblies 

primary schools helped to meet their statutory collective worship obligations including OFSTED and SIAS. 

+ links encouraged between school and church in a local context. 

Course Leaders: Barbara Meardon, Adviser for Work with Children 

Cost: £5 inc VAT Tea/Coffee provided 

DATE VENUE TIME 

5th February, 2013 Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 09.30 – 12.30 

Participation: listening to and involving children and young people 

Intended Audience: Clergy, churchwardens and PCC members, youth and children’s leaders and young 

people involved in church youth groups or leading children’s work. 

Please note that anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over. 

Purpose: To investigate practical ways to listen to and involve children and young people in the life and 

decision making of church 

Course Content: A look at the benefits and challenges of truly involving children and young people in the life 

of the church so that they have a real influence over decisions that affect them. 

It will include discussion of the “Why it is worth doing well” as well as practical suggestions for how to involve 

and listen to children and young people. 

Course Leaders: Lizzie Whitbread Adviser for Work with Young People; Barbara Meardon Adviser for Work 

with Children 

Cost: £5, under 18’s £3 inc VAT Tea/Coffee provided 


2nd March 2013 Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 09.30 – 12.30 

22nd March 2013 St Nicholas Church, Corfe Mullen 09.30 - 12:30 

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Supporting Bereaved Children and Young People 

Intended Audience: Teacher’s, headteachers, clergy, LPA’s, LLM’s, children’s, family and youth workers, 

volunteers 

Purpose: Explore best practice when you have a bereavement in the school and or parish, whether a child, young 

person or parent or other adult 

Course Content 

look at practical ways to work with children and young people who have been bereaved 

to include ideas for working with individuals and groups 

look at developing a policy framework to deal with a critical incident or tragedy 

planning funerals and memorial services 

share resources and details of organisations/charities that work in this field 

Course Leaders: Lizzie Whitbread Adviser for Work with Young People; Barbara Meardon Adviser for Work with 

Children 

Cost £5 inc VAT Tea/Coffee provided 

Date Venue Time 

24th January 2013 St Nicholas Church, Corfe Mullen 09:30 –12:30 

26th February 2013 Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 09.30-12.30 

The Key: Unlocking Children and Youth Work 

Intended Audience: Youth and children’s leaders, clergy, young leaders 

( under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult) 

Purpose: An introductory day course looking at the: Why, What and How of 

Christian Youth Work 

Course Content: We will reflect on why we do youth work, explore learning styles 

and take a practical look at planning programmes, activities and resources. 

We will also look at some basics of Safeguarding to help make our work safe as possible for all those involved 

Course Leaders: Lizzie Whitbread Adviser for Work with Young People 

Cost: £8 under 18’s £5 inc VAT Tea/coffee provided but in order to keep costs to a minimum please bring 

your own lunch 

Date Venue Time 

8 th June 2013 Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 09.45-15.30 

November 2013 Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 09.45-15.30 

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Open the Book – A Celebration and the Next Chapter 

Intended Audience: Individuals and teams who have already attended Open the Book training or 

have been running Open the Book for some time in schools 

Purpose: To celebrate the work of existing Open the Book teams and to consider how to build on 

this success 

Course Content: to share ideas, best practice and stories 

reflect on what difference Open the Book makes in our schools and parishes 

how we can build on the success of Open the Book in our children’s work in parishes and with our 

schools 

Course Leader: Barbara Meardon, Adviser for Work with Children 

Cost: £5 inc VAT— Tea/Coffee to keep the costs to a minimum you are asked to bring your own 

lunch 


Diocesan Education Centre, Wilton 09.30—15.30 

Remembrance 

Intended Audience: Clergy, LLM’s LPA’s, volunteers, teachers, governors 

Purpose: to explore the opportunities and challenges presented by Remembrance Day, this festival has grown in 

significance for all ages, it is particularly significant in a Diocese with so many service families. 


Stories and craft for school, activity clubs, Sunday groups, Messy church etc. that give the 

opportunity to go deeper 

Prayer 

Collective Worship, All Age worship 

Intended outcomes: 

To have a greater understanding of the opportunities and difficulties of working with children and young people in 

this sensitive area. 

To have greater confidence working with children young people and families 

To be more confident 

Course Leaders: Barbara Meardon Adviser for Work with Children and Families Cost: £5 inc VAT 


Early October 2013 Dorford Centre, Dorchester 9.15—12.30 

Early October 2013 DEC, Wilton 9.15—12.30 

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I Believe and Trust In…Discipling Young People and Confirmation 

Intended Audience: Volunteer and employed youth and children’s workers, Clergy, LLM 

Purpose: To look at confirmation and the discipleship of young people 

Course Content: A chance to explore ways to support and encourage young people to grow in their 

faith, including reflection and discussion about confirmation led by Peter Maidment author of ‘’RE: 

connecting with confirmation’’. 

Course Leaders Lizzie Whitbread, Adviser for Work with Young People 

Guest Speaker Peter Maidment 

Cost £5 inc VAT Tea/Coffee provided (Clergy and LLMs book through Learning, Discipleship,Ministry 

Training Department) 


September 2013 Diocesan Education Centre 9:45 - 13:00 

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Mothering Sunday and Father’s Day 

Intended Audience: Cl Intended Audience: Clergy, LLM’s LPA’s, volunteers, teachers, governors 

Purpose: to explore the opportunities presented by these two festivals one Christian and one secular 


Stories and craft for school, activity clubs, Sunday groups, Messy church etc. that give the 

opportunity to go deeper 

Prayer 

Collective Worship, All Age worship 

The importance of mum’s and dad’s and how we can support them 

Intended Outcomes 

You will feel more confident to work with children, families and young people 

Course Leaders: Barbara Meardon Adviser for Work with Children and Families 

Cost: £5 inc VAT 


Early February Dorford Centre, Dorchester 9.15—12.30 

Early February DEC, Wilton 9.15—12.30 

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LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES 

BEYOND THE DIOCESE ... 

What’s 

here 

Ammerdown Centre 

Anglican Centre in Rome 

Bridge Builders 

Churches, Cheeses and Ciders of Normandy 

Communications 

Faraday Institute 

Hilfield Friary 

International Conference on Ageing and Spirituality 

IT skills 

Los Olivos 

Pilsdon Community 

Praxis and Transforming Worship 

Rural Ministry 

Sarum College 

Southern Regional Institute 

St John’s Nottingham – in service study weeks 

Tantur Ecumenical Institute 

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AMMERDOWN CENTRE 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 to 6 January Epiphany Retreat - This year's new incarnation gift led by Euan Tait SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

26 January Meditation and Mindfulness : An Introductory Workshopled by Mark Scholefield and John Preston 

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

15 to 17 February A Lent Retreat with Daniel O'Leary:The Courage to Growled by Fr Daniel O'Leary SPIRITUAL 

NURTURING 

22 TO 17 February Creative Journaling- Celebrating the Gift of My Life led by Ann Beazer PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

22 February Led Quiet Daywith Euan Tait SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

23 February Zazenkai a day of zen practiceled by Mark Scholefield & Stephen Crowther INTERFAITH 

DIALOGUE/SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

 

 

11 to 15 March -Learning The Ancient Craft of Enamelling on Copperled by Dilys Fisher CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

23 March PIlgimage on Foot From Ammerdown to Wells Cathedralled by Mark Scholefield 

RELAXATION/REJUVENATION 

 

27 March to 1 AprilAmmerdown Easter Retreat - A Celebration of the Fulfilment of Creation in the Resurresction of 

Jesus led by Sr. Germaine O'Neill IBVM and Bill Thomson SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 to 7 April Hand-Knitting led by Fiona Morris- CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

5 to 7 April Know Thyself led byJudy Clinton - PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

5 to 7 April Be A Jew For The Weekend led by Peter Walters INTERFAITH AND DIALOGUE 

10 to 12 April Necklace Making- Beaded Lariatsled by Annette Bolton CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

12 TO 14 April Introduction to Counselling led by Karen Stuckey PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

12 to 14 April Make your own Stained Glass WindowLed By Sarah Finch CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

15 to 19 April Landscape Painting led by Wendy Trinder CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

22 to 24 April Make Your Own Silver Jewellery led by Pauline Payne CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

26 April Led Quiet Day with Euan Tait SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

26 to 28 April Enneagram One - An Introduction led by Karen Webb PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

29 April to 3 May Wide Horizon: An Invitation to draw closer to God led by Libby Dobson and Sarah Chabowska 

SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

 

 

 

29 April to 3 May Space Just for Me RELAXATION /REJUVENATION 

29 April to 3 May Flower Painting with Wendy Trinder CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

29 April to 3 May Wide Horizons: An Invitation to draw closer to God led by Libby Dobson and Sarah Chabowska 

SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

 

 

29 April to 3 May Space Just For Me RELAXATION/ REJUVENATION 

29 April to 3 May Flower Painting with Wendy Trinder CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

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3 to 8 May Zen Gifts led by Fr. Robert Kennedy SJ Roshi and Mark Scholefield INTERFAITH DIALOGUE/SPIRITUAL 

NUTURING 

 

 

 

3 to 10 May Individually Guided Retreat - led by Sr Germaine O'Neill IBVM SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

10 to 12 May Nurturing Spirituality led by Alex Wildwood SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

10 to 12 May Change - Moving from Crisis to opportunity led by Mary Jo Radcliffe SPIRITUAL NURTURING/ 

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10 to 12 May Writing on Both Sides (Calligraphy) - Create your own book! led by Josie Brown CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

13 TO 17 May Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey led by Hazel Jones CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

20 to 24 May Prayer for the Bewildered led by Margaret Silf SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

24 to 26 May Discernment - Finding a true course in a changing world led by Margaret Silf SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

29 May to 31 May Embroidered Knot Gardens led by Annette Bolton CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

31 May to 7 June Being Human in the Church - Living creatively with imperfection and uncertainty led by Jeremy 

Young SPIRITUAL NURTUING/PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

 

 

31 May to 7 June A Break for People with M.E. - Time to be ME! led by Sue Smith RELAXATION/ REJUVENATION 

31 May to 7 June Creative Arts Retreat Movement: Painting and Prayer led by Pam Bowen and Rev Mary Gilbert 

SPIRITUAL NURTURING AND RELAXATION/REJUVENATION 

 

 

 

31 May to 2 June Being Human in the church led by Jeremy Young SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

31 May to 7 June A Break for people with M.E.RELAXATION AND REJUVENATION 

31 May to 7 June CARM: Painting and Prayer led by Pam Bowen and Revd Mary Gilbert SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

AND CREATIVE/ARTISTIC 

 

7 to 9 June Photography and Spirituality led by Michael Woodward SPIRITUAL NURTURING AND CREATIVE 

ARTISTIC 

 

 

14 to 16 June The Gospel of Thomas - A Gospel for our time led by Kim Nataraja SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

14 to 16 June The Labyrinth: A Path of Prayer - Exploring new ways of praying using the tradition of the labyrinth led 

by Rev Sally Welch SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

 

14 to 16 June The Passion of Jesus and The Passion of Discipleship led by Fr Denis McBride CsSr SPIRITUAL 

NURTURING 

 

 

 

 

15 June Stop, Look, Listen, Embrace: A Day of Mindful Space led by Mark Scholefield PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

15 to 21 June Chinese Brush Painting - Paint Water with a Chinese Brush led by Maggie Cross CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

17 to 21 June Ammerdown Summer Break led by Sue Harbert RELAXATION/ REJUVENATION 

21 to 23 June Interfaith Dialogue Facilitation Skills led by Justine Huxley and Jonathan Marshall INTERFAITH 

DIALOGUE 

 

28 June Led Quiet Day with Euan Tait SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

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29 June Art and the Exploration of the Resurrection led by Bishop Christopher Herbert SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

6 July Buddhism : a philosophy for life led by John Preston INTERFAITH AND DIALOGUE 

15 to 19 July Being Human...Being Spiritual Led By Revd David Ireson SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

19 to 21 July The Moral of the Story After Auschwitz -Writing by Primo Levi and othersled by Philip Lyons 

INTERFAITH AND DIALOGUE 

 

19 to 21 July Praying with Music - Beethoven, the journey to freedomled by Euan Tait SPIRTUAL NURTURING/ 

RELAXTION AND REJUVENTATION 

 

 

2 to 4 August Self-Awareness and Personal Enlightenmentled by Mike George PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

2 to 4 August Breathing Pictures : giving expression to faith through mime and physical picturesled by Ken Wylie 

SPIRITUAL NURTURING/ CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

 

 

2 to 4 August The Secrets to Singing - Learn to sing and perform led by Jenny Peplow CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

16 to 18 August Jewish/ Christian Dialogue Weekend- :Visions of the otherled by Rabbi Mark Solomon and Fiona 

Hulbert INTERFAITH & DIALOGUE 

 

 

 

 

 

16 to 18 August Running Over Rocks:Life Practices for disturbing timesled by Ian Adams SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

19 to 23 August Learning the Ancient Art of Enamelling on Copper led by Dilys Fisher CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

19 TO 25 August (or Shorter) Bobbin Lace Making Summer School led by Pompi Parry CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

2 to 4 September Necklace Making: Beaded Spirals led by Annette Bolton CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

2 to 4 September I am My Beloved's and My Beloved is Mine(Song of Songs 6:3) - led by Sr. Maureena Fritz NDS 

Phd SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

 

6 to 8 September An Introduction to Chinese Painting - The Four Gentlemen led by Maggie Cross CREATIVE 

ARTISTIC 

 

 

9 to 13 September Painting with Wendy Trinder: Flowers in Landscape CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

21 to 22 September Living Zen led by Mark Scholefield and Steven Crowther INTERFAITH/DIALOGUE & SPIRITUAL 

NURTURING 

 

23 to 27 September Hearing God Through Play and Creativity led by Revd Anna Garvie SPIRITUAL NURTURING/ 

CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30 September to 3 October Prayer and Poetry led by Ann Lewin SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

30 September to 4 October Ammerdown Autumn Break led by Sue Harbert RELAXATION AND REJUVENTATION 

30 September to 3 October Prayer and Poetryled by Ann Lewin SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

30 September to 4 October Ammerdown Autumn Break led by Sue Harbert RELAXATION/REJUVENATION 

5 October Led Quiet Day - with Euan Tait SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

9 to 11 October Make your Own Silver Jewellery Pauline Payne CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

14 to 18 October Space Just For MeRELAXATION/REJUVENATION 

14 to 18 October Landscape Painting with Wendy TrinderCREATIVE/ARTISTIC 

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15 to 17 October Understanding Islam led by Dr.Chris Hewer INTERFAITH/DIALOGUE 

18 to 20 October Meditation for Quieten the Mind led by John Preston PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

25 to 27 October Praying with Music - Elgar, the greatness and struggle of the human heart led by Euan Tait 

SPIRITUAL NURTURING/ CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

25 to 27 October Enneagram Two: Subtypes and Essence led by Karen Webb PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

25 to 27 October Hand Knitting: Entrelac, Knitting and variations led by Fiona Morris CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

28 October to 1 November Calligraphy for Beginners and Improvers led by Josie Brown CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

28 October to 1 NovemberCalligraphy for Beginners and Improvers led by Josie Brown CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

4 to 6 November Whitework Emroidery Workshop - led by Annette Bolton CREATIVE/ARTISTIC 

8 to 10 November The Unsung Jesus led by John Bell SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

11 to 15 November Watercolour Paintingled by Mike Hoskins CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

15 to 17 November Hello Stranger- a voyage of discovery led by Mark Scholefield SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

15 to 17 November A Journey in the Darkest of Times From Chaos to Beauty led by Partrick Woodhouse SPIRITUAL 

NURTURING 

 

 

 

15 to 17 November Learning to Live with Optimism and Gratitude led by Sue Glanville PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

18 to 22 November Learning the Ancient Art of Enamelling on Copperled by Dilys Fisher CREATIVE ARTISTIC 

23 November Meditation and Mindfulnessled by John Preston INTERFAITH/ DIALOGUE AND PERSONAL 

DEVELOPMENT 

 

 

30 November Led Quiet Day with Euan Tait SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

29 November to 1 December Advent Retreat: Re-visioning Incarnation led by Fr. Diarmuid O'Murchu SPIRITUAL 

NURTURING 

 

 

29 November to 1 December Living Well - Nuture Yourself led by Ann Beazer PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

29 November to 1 December Advent Retreat: Re-Visioning Incarnation led by Fr Diarmuird O'Murchu SPIRITUAL 

NURTURING 

 

29 November to 1 December Living Well - Nurture Yourself led by Ann Beazer PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 

7 December Zazenkai - A day of zen Practice led by Mark Scholefield and Stephen Crowther INTERFAITH / 

DIALOGUE AND SPIRITUAL NURTURING 

 

22 to 27 DecemberChristmas Houseparty RELAXATION AND REJUVENATION 

The Ammerdown Centre, Radstock, Bath, Somerset BA3 5SW 

Telephone 01761 433709 

email: centre@ammerdown.org 

Website www.ammerdown.org 

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ANGLICAN CENTRE IN ROME 

2013 Courses 

JOURNEY TO THE EMPTY TOMB 

Monday 11 – Saturday 16 March 2013 

New Testament reflections on the last week of Jesus’ 

life and the Resurrection. Biblical studies will be 

accompanied by exploration of the theme through visiting sites and art of Christian 

Rome. Course leader Paula Gooder, writer and lecturer in Biblical Studies, is Canon 

Theologian of Birmingham and Guildford Cathedrals and a Lay Canon of Salisbury 

Cathedral. She has been described as “an exceptional teacher and inspiring 

theologian” and is the author of a number of books including, This Risen Existence: 

The Spirit of Easter (Canterbury Press, 2009) 

Cost: 520 € 

ROME SUMMER SCHOOL: IN THE STEPS OF ST AUGUSTINE 

Monday 17 – Sunday 23 June 2013 

Participants are invited to undertake a journey to the heart of early Christianity in 

Rome and from there on a ‘virtual’ pilgrimage to Canterbury in the footsteps of St 

Augustine. What happened to Christianity in that Anglo-Saxon culture and its spread 

beyond Perceptions of distance and closeness, separation and unity will also be 

explored through debate on the current ecumenical experience. 

The course is aimed at those likely to be in positions of leadership and influence in the 

Anglican Communion and all who wish to explore Augustine’s journey and where it 

led. The leader of the course will be the Revd Dr Anders Bergquist, Vicar of St John's 

Wood, London, a member of the Church of England's Liturgical Commission and a 

popular lecturer on Swan Hellenic cruises 

Cost: 550 € 

EXPLORATION IN ROME 

Monday 21 – Thursday 24 October 2013 

A ‘mini-pilgrimage’ designed to enable independent travellers to explore their faith in 

the context of Rome and its centrality in Christian history. The course will follow the 

established pattern of earlier years. The course contains introductory talks on aspects 

of Rome and guided tours of several sites essential for understanding the 

development of church history. Attendance at the weekly Papal audience will be 

arranged. Two evening meals will be included. Guided reflections and group discussion 

will be built into the programme, as well as participation in the Anglican Centre's 

Tuesday Eucharist 

Cost: 220 € 

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Sabbatical Studies: how we can help 

The Anglican Centre Library 

We can offer you the library resources at the Anglican 

Centre in Rome and its online catalogue 

Other research libraries 

We can put you in touch with other research libraries in 

Rome and work with these institutions so that you might 

have access to libraries in addition to the Anglican Centre in Rome, and make 

introductions to other sabbatical visitors at these institutions. These might specifically be: 

the Library of the Centro Pro Unione, the Library of the American Academy in Rome, the 

Library of the British School 

Contacts at the Universities 

We can put you in touch with the Gregorian University in Rome and the Angelicum 

University in Rome so that you will know what special conferences are planned during 

your stay 

Anglican parishes and contacts 

We can provide you a list of services and notice of special events at the various Anglican 

parishes and institutions in Rome, as well as provide introductions to the Anglican clergy 

in Rome 

Use of the Anglican Centre Library and Seminar Room 

At most times of the year we can offer the use the library and seminar room from Monday 

to Friday ordinarily from 9.30am - 4.30pm (when we have courses on or groups using the 

Centre for meetings, this becomes a little more problematic). It is always wise to check 

the opening times of the Centre as the staff is so small that there will be times when it will 

not be open 

Support before and during your stay 

We can offer you the same support which we try to give to all private visitors 

 

 

 

 

 

Sending you a list of places to stay 

Showing you around the Anglican Centre 

Welcoming you to our weekly Tuesday Eucharist, followed by lunch (except in August) 

Helping you make contact with various Vatican offices and with other Roman Catholic groups and 

organisations 

Helping you find support in a crisis with pastoral care, use of Italian, and contacts 

The Anglican Centre in Rome, Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, Piazza del Collegio Romano 2, 00186 

Roma, Italy. Tel +39 06 678 0302 ; Fax +39 06 678 0674 

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BRIDGE BUILDERS 

Bridge Builders Ministries is an independent charitable organisation formerly part of the 

London Mennonite Centre and dedicated to enabling church leaders to handle conflict in 

positive and transforming ways 

Bridge Builders offers regular intensive programmes of training including: 

Transforming Church Conflict: A Foundation Course for Church Leaders 

3-8 February 2013, Felden Lodge Training and Conference Centre, Hemel 

Hempstead HP3 0BL 

Leading With Emotional Maturity 

11-14 March 2013, Felden Lodge Training and Conference Centre, Hemel 


Transforming Church Conflict: A Foundation Course for Senior Church Leaders 

14-19 April 2013, Whirlow Grange Conference Centre, Sheffield S11 9PZ 


12-17 May 2013, Felden Lodge Training and Conference Centre, Hemel 


Mediating Interpersonal Conflicts 

7-12 July 2013, Foxhill Conference Centre, Cheshire WA6 6XB 


22-27 September 2013, Felden Lodge Training and Conference Centre, 

Hemel Hempstead HP3 0BL 

To find out more about the work of Bridge Builders or for more detailed information about 

course content go to www.bbministries.org.uk 

Or contact Bridge Builders at St Peter-le-Poer Church, Albion Avenue, 

London, N10 1AQ T: 020 8883 3033 

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CHURCHES, CHEESES AND CIDERS OF NORMANDY 

Led by Canon Peter Ball 

Thursday 16th - Tuesday 21st May 2013 

Normandy is known for its fine ancient churches, its Camembert, its cider and its 

Calvados. On this trip you will sample them all, as well as experiencing the interest of the 

area's towns and countryside. Among the features of the tour are visits to the fine ruins of 

the Abbey at Jumièges and to the vibrant community of monks at the working monastery 

of le Bec Hellouin. They have strong links with the Church of 

England, and Canterbury in particular. We shall join with the brothers and sisters in their 

Sunday Mass, as well as celebrating our Anglican Eucharist in some of the churches we 

visit. The cathedrals of Rouen and Evreux and the Abbey at Bec are among the starred 

visits in the Michelin guide book. 

For many years there has been a warm twinning relationship between the French Roman 

Catholic diocese of Evreux, which covers the department of Eure, and the Anglican 

diocese of Salisbury. We hope to build on this with opportunities to meet with local 

parishioners and share experiences of rural and town ministries with them. 

Price £689 

For more information or to book contact: 

Pax Travel Ltd, 57 - 59 Rochester Place, LONDON, NW1 9JU 

Tel: 020 7485 3003 Fax: 020 7485 3006 

Email: info@paxtravel.co.uk Web: www.paxtravel.co.uk 

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COMMUNICATIONS 

Specialised, affordable communications training from the Church of England 

All at Church House, Westminster 

Blogging for Beginners 

23 January 2013 10 am – 1 pm 

How to define the purpose and strategies for your blog. How to set up a WordPress account, and 

customise its settings. Create a blog post, including headings, text and images. The use of 

keywords, categories and tags. What WordPress's more advanced features can offer you. 

Strategies for blogging best practise, including timing, defining blog headings and encouraging 

others to engage 

Social Media for the scared 

23 January 2013 2pm-5pm 16 May 2013 10am-1pm 8 October 2013 2pm-5pm 

Why you need to be taking part in the virtual world of social media. How to conduct yourself 

online - the ethics and etiquette of social media. Who your audiences are and how to build virtual 

relationships with these groups. The opportunities offered by tools such as blogging, Facebook, 

Twitter and YouTube. Practical help for taking your first steps online - what you need to do next, 

and how to do it 

Effective Design 

12 March, 26 June and 14 November 2013 2pm-5pm 

Drawing the roadmap - the importance of planning. How hierarchy helps understanding. How to 

use fonts and faces. How to let your design breathe - the importance of white space. Getting the 

most from images and photos. The differences in design for print and design for the web/email. 

How to use grids 

The magazines masterclass 

9 April and 20 September 2013 11am-4pm 

What content will interest your audience. Basic principles of good writing: clarity, structure and 

style. The structures required for news stories. White space: your new best friend. Practical editing 

tips. What makes a good headline. Fonts and Faces. Free online resources that will help 

Engaging with the Twittersphere 

16 May 2013 2pm-5pm. 8 October 2013 10am-1pm 

How Twitter is more than constant random chatter. How to set up a Twitter account, and the 

mysteries of Twitter etiquette. How to 'follow' people and gain followers yourself, including the 

art of 'piggybacking'. How to tweet, reply and retweet, and good practice for each. What a hashtag 

is and how to use them effectively. How to build a Twitter list. What to tweet about. Strategic 

tweeting- create a workable strategy for your situation 

Go to www.commstraining.cofe.org for more information or to book a place online 

Telephone 020 7898 1465 or email comms.training@churchofengland.org 

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HILFIELD FRIARY 

2013 PROGRAMME 

Saturday 9th February 

‘Water-springs in the Wilderness’, a Pre-Lent Quiet Day - led by brothers and 

members of the Hilfield Community 

Friday 15th to Sunday 17th February 

‘The Most Exquisite Tenderness’ - led by Canon Stephen Batty. Reflecting on God’s 

creative love and its completion in Jesus Christ, portrayed in a sculpture from the north 

porch of Chartres Cathedral of God creating Adam. Stephen is a parish priest, artist and 

poet, and is a long-time friend of the Friary 

Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th February 

‘Community, Prayer and Protest’ - led by the Revd Jonathan Herbert. Singing the 

Lord’s song in a strange land - living simply in community as a challenge to unregulated 

global capitalism. Jonathan has been the Warden of the Pilsdon Community and is 

currently a member of the Hilfield Friary Community 

Saturday 23rd February 

‘Snowdrop Day’ at Hilfield Friary. Come and visit the great variety of snowdrops in the 

Secret Garden guided by Br Vincent. From 2pm until 5pm 

Friday 8th to Sunday 10th March 

Folk Music Weekend on the theme of Journeys - led by Alan and Gill McIntosh. For 

all who like singing and making music. Alan and Gill are both musicians and members of 

their local folk group as well as the Franciscan Third Order 

Tuesday 19th to Friday 22nd March 

‘Young and Contemplative’ led by Philip Seal. A time of retreat and reflection for 18 - 

30 year olds in the context of the Friary Community. Philip Seal is an English graduate, 

now based in Oxford and working on a PhD thesis on Thomas Merton 

Saturday 23rd March to Sunday 31st March 

‘Sharing the Paschal Mystery’ - Holy Week and Easter at the Friary 

Saturday 13th April 

‘Changing Seasons’ - led by Maggie Hooper and Lin Burton. A day of creative prayer 

reflecting on our lives in the pattern of the seasons of the year 

Tuesday 23rd to Saturday 27th April 

‘Franciscan Basics’ - led by Brother Samuel SSF and Brother John SSF. An 

introductory course on the way of St Francis and St Clare and its significance for our life in 

the world today 

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Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th May 

‘Search Inside Yourself’ - Living Rhythms Yoga with Angela Craster. No previous 

yoga experience is necessary, just a willingness to explore our inner landscapes, releasing 

tensions and opening ourselves to just Being 

Tuesday 7th May 

Rogation Day at the Friary - All are welcome to join in the Midday Eucharist, beating the 

bounds and asking God’s blessing on the land and crops - followed by a simple shared 

lunch 

Saturday 11th May to Sunday 12th May 

Open Garden Days at the Friary. A chance to visit the Secret Garden at its best time of 

the year. Sponsored by the National Gardens Scheme 

Saturday 18th May 

‘Wild Spring Harvest’ - led by Richard Thornbury. A day of foraging and exploring 

edible spring plants. Richard has the oversight of the Friary gardens and grounds and is 

enthusiastic about what we can eat for free from the land around us 

Friday 24th May to Sunday 26th May 

‘Hope out of chaos Making sense of caring for a rapidly changing World’ - led by 

Andy Lester and Sir Ghillean Prance. Sir Ghillean, a committed Christian, is an eminent 

botanist/conservationist and a former Director of Kew; Andy is the Conservation Director of 

A Rocha, the international Christian environmental organisation 

Tuesday 25th to Friday 28th June 

‘Gaze Upon That Mirror’ - led by Jacqui Lea and Hopeweavers. A creative retreat with 

St Clare of Assisi, reflecting on aspects of the life of St Clare alongside the life of Jesus. 

The Hopeweavers team, based on the outskirts of Southampton, offers a programme of 

Creative Quiet Days and residential retreats in a number of settings 

Friday 28th to Sunday 30th June weekend 

‘A Franciscan Approach to Gardening’ - led by Richard Thornbury and Br Giles 

SSF. Sharing how St Francis’ awareness of the giftedness and interconnectedness of all 

creation provides a wisdom for good practice in the garden today 

Tuesday 9th to Friday 12th July 

‘Making Peace in a World of Conflict’ - with The Revd Jonathan Herbert. Journeying 

through peace and reconciliation in our own lives and in the life of the world guided by the 

New Testament, Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jnr 

Tuesday 16th to Saturday 20th July 

‘Young People’s Week at the Friary’. An opportunity for young people (17 - 25) to come 

and experience the life and work of the Hilfield Friary Community 

Saturday 27 July to Sunday 5th August 

Hilfield Families Camp. A week at the Friary enjoying rest, fellowship, family activities 

and reflection. Contact Kelvin and Helen Inglis: h.inglis@tesco.net 

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Sunday 11th to Sunday 18th August 

Hilfield Youth Camp. A week for young people with fun, friendship, Christian teaching 

and worship. Contact Bob Bailey: bobjess@btinternet.com 

Friday 13th September 

‘Francis, the Holy Jester’, a play by Dario Fo, performed by Mario Pirovano. A 

challenging portrayal of St Francis by the Italian Nobel Laureate, Dario Fo. Mario Pirovano 

has performed this one-may show in many different countries and settings, receiving 

enthusiastic revues at the 2009 Edinburgh Festival Fringe 

Saturday 14th September 

The Stigmata of St Francis. The main public celebration of St Francis at the Friary, 

beginning with the Eucharist at noon and followed, after a picnic lunch, by a talk on a 

Franciscan theme 

Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd September 

‘Searching for Wisdom’ - Led by The Revd Jo Lacy Smith. A weekend exploring how 

Wisdom speaks to us and what we can learn from her, this feminine aspect of God. Jo is a 

priest, a psychotherapist and a spiritual director 

Saturday 19th October 

‘The Still Point’ - run by Maggie Hooper and Lin Burton. Seeking the stillness in the 

‘eye of the hurricane’ of our lives and of our world is the theme of this contemplative 

prayer day 

Friday 25th to Sunday 27th October 

‘Embracing Our Fears with Francis’ - led by The Revd Jonathan Still. This is a repeat 

of the over-subscribed weekend course here in October 2012, entitled ‘Welcoming Sister 

Death’, exploring how the way of St Francis can help us to work through those aspects of 

life that we most fear and seek to avoid. Jonathan is Vicar of Cerne Abbas, our 

neighbouring parish 

Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd November 

‘God is Ripening…’, The Spirituality of ‘The Book of Hours’ by Rainer Maria Rilke - 

led by Canon Patrick Woodhouse. The Book of Hours is a collection of love poems to 

God written by the German poet Rainer Maria Rilke in the early years of the twentieth 

century. Though written over a hundred years ago these poems are strangely 

contemporary, and reveal a profound contemplative spirituality which speaks to our times. 

Patrick is an Anglican priest who was, until he retired in October 2012, a Canon of Wells 

Cathedral 

Saturday 9th November 

‘The Little Commonwealth Revisited’. A day conference to celebrate the centenary of 

Homer Lane’s founding of a radical educational experiment at Flowers Farm, Batcombe in 

1913. Although the establishment didn’t survive the upheaval of the Great War, many of 

the Friary buildings still bear the imprint of those days 

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Friday 15th to Sunday 17th November 

‘Form and Place in the Poetry of Thomas Hardy’ - led by Dr Elizabeth Cook. The 

Friary lies right in the heart of Hardy’s Wessex and the countryside around here has 

shaped his work. Elizabeth is a writer who grew up in West Dorset and who loves this 

area. She has previously led weekends at the Friary on Shakespeare, George Herbert, 

T.S. Eliot, Keats and Gerard Manley Hopkins 

Saturday 30th November 

‘Watching and Waiting’, a pre Advent Quiet Day - led by brothers and members of 

the Hilfield Community 

We offer these events as residential or day courses with all meals included. The Friary 

guest accommodation consists of single and twin and one double room which are all wellappointed. 

Two of the rooms which are on the ground floor are en-suite and are available 

for those with particular needs. 

During these weekends you are welcome to share in the regular Services in the 

Community Chapel - although there is no requirement for you to do so. 

Please contact the Guest Brother at the Friary for further information and bookings. We 

can send you a booking form instead of downloading one 

Telephone 01300 341741 

Email: hilfieldssf@franciscans.org.uk 

Interested in taking up learning opportunities outside the Diocese 

We may be able to help with funding 

You can apply for a CMD grant of £240 during 2013 and we can also advise 

you about other grant making bodies and sources of funding 

Call the Learning for Discipleship and Ministry Team 

on 01722 411944 for more information 

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IT SKILLS 

Our current provider for IT training is Wessex Community Action, Greencroft House, 

42 – 46 Salt Lane, Salisbury SP1 1EG 

WCT offer a complete suite of IT related courses including: 

Getting started with your computer 

Files and Folders 

Basic Access 

Beginners Excel 

Excel Databases and Analysis 

Using Publisher 

Digital Photography 

Creating your own Website 

They also offer other useful short courses such as: 

Fundraising 

Interviewing Skills 

Volunteer Recruitment 

Time Management 

For more information about dates and course content or to book a place visit www. 

wessexcommunityaction.org.uk 

T: 01722 421747 

E: info@wessexcommunityaction.org.uk 

Old Alresford Place Conference & Training Centre 

In the picturesque Hampshire village of Old Alresford just 8 miles from Winchester, and only 6 

miles from junction 10 on the M3, stands the 18th century former rectory Old Alresford Place. This 

historic house mixes period charm with a recently renovated interior to provide dedicated 

conference and training facilities. Suitable for groups and individual retreatants 

Old Alresford Place, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9DH 

Phone: 01962 732518 

Email: enquiries@oldalresfordplace.co.uk 

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PILSDON COMMUNITY 

For those planning Extended Ministry Development Leave there are opportunities for 

sabbatical stays at The Pilsdon Community which you are invited to explore. Founded in 

1958, Pilsdon is a place of rich inclusion, where all kinds of people live together, some of 

whom are struggling with poor mental health, addiction, and homelessness. Come and 

have a real taste of community living with its pattern of prayer (a daily eucharist and three 

offices), manual work and radical hospitality. The silence of the place makes it ideal for 

study and reflection and its location deep in the west Dorset countryside makes it a great 

base for walking 

For more details, see our website: www.pilsdon.org.uk 

or contact The Warden, The Pilsdon Community, Pilsdon Manor, 

Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5NZ 

Tel. 01308 868308 or email: pilsdon@btconnect.com 

PRAXIS 

What does Praxis offer: 

 

 

 

day and residential conferences around the country (with reduced fees for 

members) 

training resources 

Praxis News of Worship (published four times a year and included in the 

membership fee) 

Praxis, 19 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EB 

T: 01722 424858 

E: praxis@rscm.com 

W: www.praxisworship.org.uk 

Transforming Worship 

Living the new creation 

An initiative of the Liturgical Commission of the Church of England 

Visit the Transforming Worship website 

at www.transformingworship.org.uk 

for all your liturgical and worship needs 

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RURAL MINISTRY 

THE ARTHUR RANK CENTRE 

The ARC has been organising Rural Ministry Training Courses for over 30 years, which 

continue to be as popular and well-received as ever. They cover a wide range of issues 

regarding life in the countryside and the role and mission of the church within the rural 

community, including today’s rural context, how context shapes ministry, rural mission and 

worship in context 

Plans for next year’s courses are under revision at the moment but this one will be running 

... 

Rural Ministry Course 

Wednesday 6 – Friday 8 November 

Offa House, Coventry Diocesan Conference and Retreat Centre, near Leamington Spa, 

Warwickshire 

‘The most excellent course I’ve done in the church. Thank you so much for the 

information and, more importantly, the inspiration.’ 

‘As good as its reputation told us!’ 

‘Excellent – very challenging and thought provoking with lots of useful ideas for the 

future.’ 

To give you a taste of the Rural Ministry Course and to help your studies and reflections, 

you can download some of the resources from the earlier or current courses below on the 

ARC website including: 

• Community Engagement notes 

• Creative Engagement presentation 

• Creative Use of Church Buildings handout 

• Creative Use of Church Buildings presentation 

• Food & Agriculture in the Global Economy 

• Rural Evangelism presentation 

• Rural Mission & Presence presentation 

• Rural Support presentation 

• Today's Rural Context presentation 

• Worship for Rural Contexts handout 

For more information about courses and resources visit The Arthur Rank Centre 

website www.arthurrankcentre.org.uk or call 024 7685 3073 / 

024 7669 6460 

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SOUTHERN REGIONAL INSTITUTE 

The partner Dioceses of the Southern Regional Institute (Bath and Wells, Bristol, 

Guildford, Oxford, Portsmouth, Salisbury and Winchester) jointly offer training 

opportunities for clergy at transition points in their ministry. Attendance at these courses is 

by invitation and will be funded by the Diocese 

Preparing for Retirement 

Monday 14 – Wednesday 16 January 

Sarum College 

Rural/ Area Deans 

Monday 28 – Wednesday 30 January 

Old Alresford Place 

First Responsibility (1) 

Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 March 

Douai Abbey 

First Responsibility (2) 

Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 March 


New Post (1) 

Tuesday 14 – Thursday 16 May 


Fulfilling God’s Call: moving to a post of greater responsibility 

Wednesday 5 – Friday 7 June 

Sarum College 

New Post (2) 

Tuesday 17 – Thursday 19 September 


Working with the Newly Ordained (1) 

Monday 14 – Wednesday 16 October 

Douai Abbey 

Working with the Newly Ordained (2) 



Preparing for Retirement (2) 


Sarum College 

First Responsibility 

Tuesday 5 – Thursday 7 November 

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Sarum College 

New Post (3) 

Wednesday 6 – Friday 8 November 


Renaissance – a mid ministry course for the Southern Regional Institute 

This programme is for you if you have been in stipendiary parochial ministry for at least 12 

to15 years, are probably in your 50s and are beginning to think about how you want to 

shape your ministry for the next phase. With retirement for many now looking as if it may 

be 70 what does it mean to be in parochial ministry for the long haul 

We shall provide an opportunity for you to: 

 

 

 

 

Reflect about your ministry since your ordination, so that you can become more 

aware of those aspects of ministry that renew you and those that drain you 

Reflect about your original vocation to ordained ministry and how it continues to 

sustain you or might need re-appraising in the light of experience 

Think about new ministry skills you might like to develop for the next phase of your 

ministry 

Think about your life style as a minister and plan for it to be sustainable for the 

future 

The programme will include two 48 hour residentials at Sarum College. These residentials 

will provide an opportunity to think and pray together about vocation and ministry, to share 

in the worship of the cathedral and to make plans for further learning 

Forthcoming dates: 

Monday 11 – Wednesday 13 November 2013 

Monday 10 – Wednesday 12 February 2014 

Between the residentials is a phase of busy parochial ministry in which to monitor 

reflections and learning from the first residential and prepare for the second. There may be 

a chance to meet in small action learning groups between the residentials 

The tutor team is: 

Keith Lamdin, Principal of Sarum College, 

Olivia Graham, Parish Development Advisor, Diocese of Oxford 

David Hart, Co-ordinator for IME Part 2, Diocese of Salisbury 

If you want to know more talk to Keith Lamdin 

Email: klamdin@sarum.ac.uk or phone 01722 424808 

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ST JOHN’S COLLEGE NOTTINGHAM – IN SERVICE STUDY WEEKS 

An ‘In Service Study Week’ (ISSW) offers you the opportunity for in-depth study of a topic of academic 

interest relevant to the mission and ministry of the church today. Our In Service Study Weeks can be taken 

in isolation, but also form modules in our BA in Theology for Ministry and MA in Mission and Ministry. If 

you have an undergraduate diploma or foundation degree in theology, you can use these credits to 

upgrade to a BA part time over two to three years. If you have already studied theology to degree level or 

you have diploma level theology and a degree in another subject, you can take our MA part time over two 

to four years as a way of refreshing and equipping for further ministry. 

4 - 8 February 2013 Understanding Church 

What is authentic church This question is vital for today and is being raised by the challenges and 

opportunities of ‘pioneer ministry’, ‘fresh expressions’, growing churches and more traditional 

congregations. In this module we seek to open this question and the issues surrounding it, and to bring 

them into dialogue with a variety of recent ideas about what constitutes ‘church’ and how it relates to 

mission and to the activity of God. 

The Revd Dr David Hilborn is the new Principal of St John's and brings a wealth of experience in ministry 

and theological education. He has also been the World Evangelical Alliance TheologicalCommission. David 

will be joined by other Faculty staff 

18 – 22 March 2013 The Bible in the Digital Age 

This module will provide theological reflection on biblical literacy in contemporary culture with special 

emphasis on the availability of the Bible, contemporary engagement with the Bible within the Church 

community and engagement with the Bible in the arts and in the entertainment industry. As well as 

developing your own understanding it will enable you to explore appropriate ways in which biblical literacy 

can be fostered within these communities and its importance within the mission of the church in 

tomorrow’s world. 

The Revd Dr Pete Phillips is Director of Research at the Centre for Biblical Literacy and Communication in 

Durham, working on a research initiative called CODEC, Christian Communication in the Digital Age 

15 – 19 April 2013 Christian Apologetics in a Postmodern World 

What does it mean for Christians to give a reason for the hope that is within them in our contemporary 

world How has the rise of our modern world and its transformation into postmodernity affected the 

defence of the faith What are the most pressing questions that challenge our faith today These are the 

issues we will explore, examine, analyse and discuss with the help of multimedia resources. 

The Revd Dr Tim Hull has a dual role at St John’s, working with Extension Studies, developing multimedia 

teaching resources and as a lecturer in College in Philosophy and related areas of theology. He has a 

particular interest in Christian apologetics relevant to our postmodern contexT 

For cost and availability contact the Registrar 

T: 0115 9683216 E: registrar@stjohns-nottm.ac.uk W: www.stjohns-nottm.ac.uk 

St John’s College, Chilwell Lane, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3DS 

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TANTUR ECUMENICAL INSTITUTE 

The Tantur Institute for Ecumenical Studies is situated at a beautiful location on a Hill in Jerusalem, 

near Bethlehem. It serves as a welcoming place in The Holy Land for visitors who come from all over 

the world to stay at this Oasis of Learning, Community and Hospitality. 

We welcome groups and individuals from all walks of life including: 

 

 

 

 

 

Scholars from numerous disciplines 

Teachers, students and conference attendees 

Spiritual sojourners of all faiths 

Clergy and members of all religious communities wishing to spend part or all of their Sabbatical 

in the Holy Land 

University Groups, Church Groups, Organisations and Individual Guests seeking enrichment in 

the land where Jesus lived and taught are all welcome here at Tantur 

Tantur offers a variety of Continuing Education Programmes and Sabbatical Programmes for anyone 

seeking to encounter this complex land we call "holy”. Each program includes a variety of lectures and 

excursions designed to introduce participants to its geography, history, complex religious life, local 

people and the Bible. 

Our list of course offerings for 2013 includes the following: 

Three Month Continuing Education & Enrichment Programme 

Six Week Renewal & Education Programme 

One Month Summer Enrichment Programme 

Easter Enrichment Programme ( see overleaf) 

Scholar's Programme 

Four Week Intensive Hebrew 

Please explore our website tantur.org for more detailed information regarding the Tantur 

Programmes. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us on 

apohlen@tantur.org 

PO Box 11381 

91113 Jerusalem, Israel 

Phone International : +972 2 676 0911 Fax International : +972 2 676 0914 

Email : tantur@netvision.net.il 

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SUPPORT FOR MINISTRY … 

What’s 

here 

… 

Clergy Appointments Advisor 

Ministry Review 

Ministry Development Leave (MDL) 

Extended Ministry Development Leave (EMDL) 

Career Makeover 

Individual Consultancy 

Team Consultancy 

Women’s Continuing Ministerial Education Trust 

Work Based Learning Groups 

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CLERGY APPOINTMENTS ADVISOR 

The Clergy Appointments Adviser is appointed by and reports to the Archbishops. His 

work is funded by the Church Commissioners and his task is to assist clergy to find new 

appointments and to advise those making appointments of men and women available for 

new work 

He has particular responsibility for: 

those returning to England after service overseas 

clergy returning to the parochial ministry from specialist posts and from secular 

employment 

clergy recommended by their bishops, where the bishop is unable to offer a suitable 

appointment within his diocese, or where a man or woman wishes or is willing to consider 

work outside their present diocese 

In addition to assisting those seeking incumbencies and posts of incumbent status the 

Adviser is also available to advise those seeking unbeneficed posts in the parochial and 

specialist ministries 

The Advisor also advertises clergy jobs and vacancies in a regularly updated vacancy list 

which is published on a fortnightly basis and can be viewed on the Church of England 

website. Every month the Adviser also sends to all diocesan bishops and other major 

patrons a General Circulation containing confidential papers about those who are available 

for and seeking new appointments. References from the bishop and the referees 

nominated are taken up and held in the office and are made available on request to those 

who are considering offering an appointment 

The Adviser is best able to assist those willing to consider work over a wide area of the 

country. It is difficult to help those who in this 'Sheffield Age' limit themselves by seeking a 

new appointment in just two dioceses in the South East, the Home Counties or the West of 

England 

The Adviser's work is accepted and welcomed as a normal part of the process by which 

appointments are made in the Church of England. He visits diocesan staff meetings on a 

regular basis and is in regular contact with a large number of other patrons including the 

Crown and the Lord Chancellor's Ecclesiastical Patronage Secretaries 

The Revd John Lee 

Clergy Appointments Adviser 

The Wash House 

Lambeth Palace 

London SE1 7JU 

T: 020 7898 1898 

E: admin.caa@c-of-e.org.uk 

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MINISTRY REVIEW 

All licensed clergy participate in the Diocesan Ministry Review Scheme. Retired clergy with 

Permission to Officiate may choose to participate if they wish. The Scheme offers a 

Ministry Review every 18 months. This alternates between a Peer Review (conducted by a 

Reviewer selected from the Diocesan list) and a Senior Staff Review (conducted by a 

Bishop or Archdeacon or, by arrangement, by the Dean) 

Full details of the Scheme including the Scheme Manual and associated paperwork are 

available on the Diocesan website 

Clergy exiting from IME Part 2, those new to the Diocese and any new Reviewers will be 

invited to an induction event before participating in the Scheme 

For all enquiries about the Scheme please contact the Learning for Discipleship and 

Ministry Team Office on 01722 411944 

or jane.charman@salisbury.anglican.org 

MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT LEAVE 

Ministry Development Leave (MDL) creates the possibility for those moving into a new 

post or role to undertake a short period of targeted learning focussed specifically on their 

new responsibilities 

MDL recognises that Initial Ministerial Education cannot provide any of us with all the 

knowledge and skills that we will need for a lifetime of ministry, especially as we cannot 

know in advance where God may lead us. We need to be lifelong learners, regularly 

undertaking new developmental learning and widening, enhancing and updating our skills. 

This is particularly relevant at the point of moving to a new post or into a new role 

MDL may be undertaken either before or after a move or change in ministry or by 

arrangement it may be undertaken in the transition period between posts. It may take the 

form of eg attending a course or conference, completing a module from a relevant 

programme, arranging a short placement or working with a mentor or consultant. Some 

funding is available at the discretion of the Diocese 

MDL is negotiated with the Bishop and Archdeacons through the Director of Learning for 

Discipleship and Ministry. Please contact the Learning for Discipleship and Ministry Team 

Office for a preliminary conversation about your requirements 

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EXTENDED MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT LEAVE 

Extended Ministry Development Leave (EMDL) can take many shapes and forms – such 

as study, research, reading, rest, reflection, recreation, travel or pilgrimage. Ideally 

everybody should have such a period of leave every seven years, following the biblical 

principle of sabbatical. The intention is that EMDL should enrich a person’s spiritual life 

and ministry in a deeper way than is usually possible through a regular holiday, retreat or 

study period 

The Diocese currently funds 8 EMDLs a year with a contribution of up to £1000 each. 

These are normally granted after at least 11 years in stipendiary ministry (7 years after the 

end of IME Part 2) and ideally every 7 years thereafter. EMDL is for a period of up to three 

months. EMDL funding is sought after and there is usually a waiting list. Some people fund 

or part fund their own EMDL or seek alternative funding from other sources which means 

that EMDL can often be taken sooner 

If you are considering taking EMDL it is important that you begin to plan around 2 years in 

advance. You will need to seek the goodwill of the community in which you serve and of 

your Rural Dean, Archdeacon, and Area Bishop. They will discuss with you how your 

parochial or other responsibilities can be covered for the period of your absence. You will 

then need to contact the Director of Learning for Discipleship and Ministry to begin 

planning an application. Applications involving a request for funding are considered 

towards the end of each year for the year next but one 

CAREER MAKEOVER 

We have recently developed several contacts with professional consultants who are able 

to offer independent careers advice including a review of your CV and coaching on future 

possibilities and opportunities 

Our experience gained in professions and occupations before ordination can sometimes 

feel lost in the busyness of ordained ministry and within the institution of the Church. 

Situations may arise in which it could be beneficial to consider a placement outside of the 

parish or local ministry environment, a secondment within a secular organization, or 

perhaps a longer interlude in another sphere of work 

This service should initially be discussed with the Director of Learning for Discipleship and 

Ministry and will often emerge following a Ministry Review 

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INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANCY 

The Diocese provides access to different kinds of individual support for those wishing to 

work with a designated person on specific issues. Coaching, mentoring and work 

consultancy can all be offered 

For a discussion about any of the above contact Jane Charman 

T: 01722 411944 E: jane.charman@salisbury.anglican.org 

TEAM CONSULTANCY 

Canon David Durston is the Diocesan Team Consultancy Advisor. David works closely 

with the Area Resource Groups and offers consultancy resources to both formal and 

informal teams 

To find out more about Team Consultancy contact David Durston 

T: 01722 334017, E: david.durston@btinternet.com 

WOMEN’S CONTINUING MINISTERIAL EDUCATION TRUST (WCMET) 

Tim Ling writes: “I am writing to draw your attention to/remind you of the Women’s 

Continuing Ministerial Education Trust (WCMET). The object of the Trust is to: ‘further the 

continuing ministerial education of women in the Church of England and the Scottish 

Episcopal Church by means of grants to assist their work and professional ministry.’ 

Applications require an endorsement from their CMD Officer – so the Trust’s operations 

should be of interest to a lot of FM readers. 

The last time I wrote about the WCMET was two years ago when we introduced a new 

application form. I reported then that the Trust rejected approximately a third of 

applications. Good news, it’s now less than 5%. We receive approximately 120 

applications per annum and have limited funds that mean we do not have the resources to 

fund all applications fully. It is therefore particularly helpful, if you are applying or endorsing 

someone's application, that the application fits the Trust's criteria (NB the Trust does not 

fund IME4-7) and that forms are filled as fully as possible, including attempts at 

applications to other sources. This is particularly the case if the application is a piece of 

ongoing study, e.g. a PhD of DMin. Please do keep applying if you are eligible! 

Guidance notes including the dates of the Advisory Panel’s meetings can be found at: 

http://www.churchofengland.org/clergy-office-holders/ministry/ministerial-education-anddevelopment/continuing-ministerial-development/women's-continuing-ministerialeducation-trust.aspx 

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WORK BASED LEARNING GROUPS 

Reflective Practice is effective practice! 

Ordained ministers need support to maintain a sense of authenticity and congruence in 

their ministry, and integrity in their relationships. We believe that along with others involved 

with pastoral care, those who are ordained can benefit from working together 

The Work Based Learning Groups aim to reduce isolation, and by using a professional 

facilitator from outside the authority structures of the church, provide a confidential setting 

for development and change. They also offer a valuable model of group work skills 

There are four venues in the Diocese where Work Based Learning Groups meet once a 

month, (apart from August and December), for two years. They are strongly supported by 

senior staff and group members are expected to take time out from their working week, not 

days off, to attend. As groups come to the end of their life together other groups will come 

on stream and existing members can apply to join a new group if they wish 

There is a minimal charge of £5 per session. 

Contact Debbie Albery or Paul Taylor at the Sherborne Office: 

Telephone: 01202 659427 o 

Email: sherborne.office@salisbury.anglican.org 

Come and hear your colleagues’ experiences! 

In spring 2013 an opportunity arises for you to attend an introductory session where past 

and present members will join Jan Korris (facilitator), to let you know what they value in the 

WBLG scheme. 

Watch out for your invitation! 

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WELLBEING 

What’s 

here 

About Wellbeing 

Confidential Care 

‘Chez Dodie Ferragut’ 

Ivy House Warminster 

Ministry of Deliverance 

Ministry of Healing 

Retreats 

including Clergy Retreats and Quiet Days at Ivy House 

Society of Mary and Martha 

Spiritual Direction 

Voyage on the ‘Morning Star’ 

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ABOUT WELLBEING 

As the church, visible in the Diocese of Salisbury, we affirm that our wellbeing is essential 

to our ministry and mission as the people of God. It is an integral part of that formation 

which enables us to grow into the full stature of Christ and be his vibrant presence in the 

world. It is through loving and caring for one another and ourselves that we witness to our 

love of God. It is with these deeply held beliefs that we offer a range of wellbeing 

resources, calling one another into renewed commitment to the life-long process of 

growing in wholeness of ministry 

Our Diocesan view of wellbeing is one of on-going formation, expressed through the 

following diverse, far reaching and interdependent areas: my role (professional 

development); my relationships (interacting with others); myself (self awareness and care) 

Wellbeing seeks to respond to the above by: 

Modelling work life balance and honouring the integrity of the person in all areas of our 

common life 

Making provision for the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs of our ministers 

Developing a culture of care and support amongst colleagues with particular emphasis on 

the life of Chapters 

Providing access to appropriate forms of confidential care and help for those who need 

them 

Providing the opportunity for sharing and exploring work and personal issues in the context 

of work based learning groups 

Offering through the CMD programme events and opportunities which are nurturing and 

restorative as well as educational and developmental 

The Wellbeing coordinating group is: Paul Taylor (Convenor), John Tomlinson, 

Fiona Fox, Jane Culliford, Charles Booth, Julie Walker, Paul Sutcliffe, Richard 

Hovey, Susan Beckett and Jane Charman 

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CONFIDENTIAL CARE 

Confidential care and help is available to ministers and their families who are experiencing 

difficulties which adversely affect their wellbeing 

Confidential care may take many forms including help with health concerns, family and 

relationship matters, finances, work issues, addictions, grieving, stress or any personal 

matter 

The Diocese has a range of professional contacts some of whom offer their services as 

part of the ministry they exercise. A professional fee is not always needed but where 

payment is requested, and is difficult, discretionary funding is often available 

For advice about accessing confidential care contact Jane Charman 

T: 01722 411944 E: jane.charman@salisbury.anglican.org 

‘CHEZ DODIE FERRAGUT’ 

Are you looking for peace and quiet, somewhere to recuperate in lovely countryside at a 

reasonable cost, perhaps with friends We are happy to share our holiday house with 

you – a place that has been a source of much blessing for many of our extended family 

over many years. 

Chez Dodie is an old converted farm house in the hamlet of Ferragut, a mile outside the 

village of St. Severin in Charente, France. It is built round a courtyard with the original well 

and open barn. It is south facing with a vine covered patio with open view over farm land 

and has an adjoining orchard. The small plunge pool is deep and enclosed with a secure 

fence. There are 3 double bedrooms (one en suite) in the main house with another shower 

and loo. A further double room + shower and loo are across the courtyard. There is a large 

open plan living/kitchen area with fitted units and original large open fireplace; two fridges, 

oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave; and a laundry room with a washing machine. 

Chez Dodie is let only to family and friends on a non-commercial basis. Rent is £400-£600 

per week depending on the time of year and number staying. The cost of a cleaner is 

included in this and linen is provided. It is not available during the summer school holidays. 

For further details contact david_maurice2000@yahoo.com or 01672 514119. 

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IVY HOUSE WARMINSTER 

~ for those in need of renewal, refreshment and nurturing 

~ for those who seek spiritual stimulation and growth on their life journey 

~ for groups and individuals who require a safe and secure environment in which to stay or work 

Ivy House is the Retreat House of the Community of St. Denys. It offers hospitality and 

space for groups and individuals as well as its own varied programme of retreats and 

events throughout the year. The House consists of two linked 18th Century houses, ‘Ivy 

House’ and ‘St. Denys Lodge’ offering intimate meeting facilities with a range of audio 

visual equipment, cosy rooms for residential stays and excellent food 

T:: 01985 214824 

E: stdenys@ivyhouse.org 

W: www.ivyhouse.org 

2013 Day Events 

House Quiet Days are open to everyone 

£21 per person per day (including morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea), 

starting at 10am and ending at 4pm 

January 

21 House Quiet Day: Revd Pat Clegg 

February 

4 Refresher Day open to any Spiritual 

Directors who trained with WSDC 

5 House Quiet Day: Canon Darrell Weyman 

26 House Quiet Day: Gabbie Lewis 

March 

6 A day of guided reflection exploring 

Bereavement and death: 

‘The Elephant in the Room’ Liz Lang 

23 House Quiet Day: Wide Horizons 

Sarah Chabrowska & Libby Dobson 

24 Lunch and Quiet afternoon for Palm Sunday 

Canon Christopher Brown CSD 

April 

15 House Quiet Day: Sr Theresa Mary SCL 

16 BRF Quiet Day: At the Feet of Jesus 

Fiona Stratta 

To book contact the Bible Reading 

Fellowship: www.quietspaces.org.uk or 

Tel: 01865 319700 

29 Supervision for Spiritual Directors 

May 

23 House Quiet Day: Janet Cornish 

24 Quiet Garden Day 

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June 

1 House Open Day 

7 Friends of Ivy House Annual Gathering Day 

15 Stop in the name of God: Helen Lems 

24 House Quiet Day: Revd Pat Clegg 


July 




29 House Quiet Day: Christ-centred meditation David Cole 

August 

8 House Quiet Day: Helen Lems 


September 

11 House Quiet Day: 

23 House Quiet Day: Sr Theresa Mary SCL 


30 How to lead a week of Guided Prayer 

October 

9 St Denystide Celebrations 

10 House Quiet Day: 

Canon Christopher Brown CSD 




November 

7 House Quiet Day: Rt Revd Graham Kings 

Bishop of Sherborne 

29 House Quiet Day: Christ-centred meditation 

David Cole 

December 

11 House Quiet Day: Liz Lang 

NB. Payment for Quiet Garden days is by donation-bring your own packed lunch but tea/coffee provided 

Residential Retreats 

March 11-15 

April 2-7 

May 1-8 

Lent Retreat 

Led by Ann Lewin 

£235 

IGR 

Led by Anna Desch & team 

£60 per 24hrs full board 

CARM: 

Painting & Prayer 

Calligraphy & Prayer £350 

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May 13-17 

May 27-31 

Fellowship of Contemplative Prayer 

£220 

IGR 

Led by Becky Widdows & team 

£285 

June 24-28 

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July 15-19 

Open Retreat with 

Prayer Book worship: Jeremy Taylor 

Led by Canon Arthur Middleton 

£235 

Preached Retreat: The Beatitudes 

Led by Sr Theresa Mary SCL 

£235 

July 31 -August 7 CARM: 

Painting & Prayer 

Calligraphy & Prayer 

£350 

August 19-23 

Edington Music Festival Week 

£199 Bed,Breakfast and Evening Meal Mon—Fri or £52 per day 

September 23-27 Salisbury Diocese Clergy Silent 

Retreat 

Led by Brother Sam SSF 

Please book via Revd Ian Cowley at Salisbury Diocese 

October 14-22 IGR 

Led by Anna Desch & team 

£60 per 24hrs full board 

October 28- 

Struggling with Forgiveness 

November 1 

Led by Revd David Self 

£235 

November 22-24 Exploring Children’s Spirituality 

Led by Diane Craven 

£110 

December 2-6 Advent Retreat 

Led by Canon Peter Ball 

£235 

NB. All prices shown above are per person. 

Residential retreats normally begin at 4pm on the first day 

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MINISTRY OF DELIVERANCE 

Our experience as a Diocesan Deliverance Group is that the dominant culture of scientific 

materialism has all too often left the Church without the confidence to speak of the reality 

of evil in a way that is pastorally and practically helpful to those spiritually afflicted or 

oppressed by evil 

Both within the Church and as importantly outside there are many oppressed by evil spirits 

or harmed by occult involvement and others disturbed within their homes by the spiritual 

traces of past trauma 

Careful listening and spiritual discernment, often within the context of collaboration with 

medical and other professional support, may allow the root underlying such suffering to be 

exposed and God’s healing grace to flourish 

The Diocesan Deliverance Group is available to help where needed 

Contact John Whittle on 07971 080682 or johnwwhittle@hotmail.com 

MINISTRY OF HEALING 

Wholeness and healing are at the heart of all ministry. The Wholeness and Healing Team 

have advisors and convenors of groups in each archdeaconry to encourage and develop 

this ministry across the diocese with events, advice and training 

For more information about the work of the Wholeness and Healing Team contact 

Jane Culliford on 01305 264360 or janeculliford@aol.com 

RETREATS 

It is expected that all stipendiary clergy will make an annual retreat, typically the inside of a 

week, and other clergy and ministers are encouraged to do the same. At present there is 

no Diocesan funding available for retreats but parishes are asked to treat ministerial 

retreats as an expense of office 

The Retreat Association is a registered charity and is an excellent source of information 

with downloadable publications about all aspects of making a retreat and online links to 

many retreat centres nationwide. You can also order a copy of their annual journal 

The Retreat Association, Kerridge House, 42 Woodside Close, Amersham, Bucks, 

HP6 5EF 

T: 01522 527846 

E: info@retreats.org.uk 

W: www.retreats.org.uk 

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Clergy Retreats and Quiet Days at Ivy House 

Diocese of Salisbury Clergy Retreat 23 – 27 September 2013 

Bishop Nicholas has invited Brother Sam SSF to conduct the clergy retreat for 2013. 

This is a silent conducted retreat, beginning with Evening Prayer on Monday and ending 

with breakfast on Friday morning. Parishes are encouraged to help in paying for their 

clergy to make an annual retreat, as the Clergy Terms of Service Measure gives clergy an 

entitlement to a five day retreat each year 

To book for this retreat please obtain a form from Andrea Dredge at Church House 

Residential Retreats: 

Lent Retreat 11-15 March led by Ann Lewin : a preached, silent retreat on the theme of 

‘Praying with the Psalms’ £235. This will be particularly appropriate for clergy wishing to 

make a Lenten retreat 

Clergy Retreat 23-27 September led by Br Sam SSF £195 

Struggling with Forgiveness 28 Oct-1 November led by Rev David Self £235 

Exploring Children’s Spirituality 22-24 November led by Diane Carven 

Advent Retreat 2-6 December led by Canon Peter Ball £235 

New for 2013: 

Clergy Oasis Days 

30 January; 20 March; 20 May; 12 June; 16, 17, 18 September; 23 October; 25 & 26 

November (Pre-Advent Quiet Space) 

These silent days offer time and space for clergy in the peaceful setting of Ivy House 

£10 per day including tea/coffee making facilities (bring your own packed lunch) and use of 

a room or £15 with a light 2 course lunch, morning coffee and afternoon tea 

It is possible to enjoy more peace and rest in September and November by combining 

more than one of the days to provide a time of silent retreat 

Bursaries may be available for retreats held at Ivy House – please contact the Warden at 

Ivy House for further in details. 

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SOCIETY OF MARY AND MARTHA 

The Society of Mary and Martha is at Sheldon near Exeter where there is a resident 

community of lay men and women. It offers a wide range of resources for ministry 

including Quiet Days, Retreats, Reading Weeks and the highly regarded ‘12,000 mile 

service’ for clergy in mid ministry. If you’re in ministry, here are a few ideas for your diary 

… Give us a ring if you’re interested in any of these 

Widening our Gaze 

Ever wondered about supervision in your ministry but not been sure how to go 

about it If so, the short introductory workshop at Sheldon next February may be 

just what you need 

In 2 days it will give you a good understanding of the supervisory process and its benefits, 

and equip you to choose and contract with a supervisor. Amidst the sometimes 

overwhelming and isolating demands of modern ministry it can be really helpful to have a 

regular safe place to reflect on the experience of the service you are providing to others. 

Led by Tony Nolan MSC, an APSE accredited Pastoral Supervisor with 25 years’ 

experience working reflectively with groups and individuals. 

9.30am Monday 18 th to 4.30pm Tuesday 19 th February. £100 resident, £70 non-resident. 

12,000-mile Service weeks 

Our flagship resources for people in ministry and/or spouses – service yourself as 

well as you do your car 

“It released me from all pressure and expectation. The kindness, care and love that was 

shown by you all made me feel like a treasured friend and honoured guest all at once. I 

cannot remember the last time I felt this free to set my own agenda or this cherished and 

cared for.” 

Sunday night to Friday morning, starting 25 th November, 3 rd February, 28 th April, 30 th June. 

£400 in 2012, £420 in 2013. 

Biology Bites 

Harness, outwit and even forgive your Stone Age biology 

Tips and tools for grappling with the complex stresses of 21 st century life with bodies and 

minds evolved for very different environments. 

Led by Sarah Horsman, a member of the Sheldon Community, 

Day workshop. 12th March, 14th October. £24, or half price if resident on R5 week. 

Linhay Lodges 

Probably the best retreat accommodation … 

Whether you need an emergency bolt-hole or time for study, sabbatical or retreat, why not 

try a Linhay Lodge 

Self-catering or stocked larder. DIY or with 1:1 time. Special discounts at weekends if 

you’re able to take advantage of them. 

We’re here for you. Give us a ring if you think we may be able to help. 

Society of Mary and Martha, Sheldon, Dunsford, Exeter EX6 7LE 

01647-252752 smm@sheldon.uk.com www.sheldon.uk.com 

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2013 - full details 

February 2013 

1 - 3 Volunteer workweekend (Candlemas) 

1-3 R5 

3 - 8 12,000-mile Service 

13 Ash Wednesday Quiet Day - Canon Andrew Godsall 

18 - 19 Workshop - Widening our Gaze - Tony Nolan MSC 

20 - 22 Workshop - Enneagram part 1 - Karen Webb 

22 Friday Fringe - Richard Skinner - Spirituality and Evolutionary Theory 

March 2013 

1 - 3 Workshop - Moving into the Psalms - Springs Dance Company 

4 - 8 Retreat - Simon Parke - Solitude : recovering the power of alone 

8 Friday Fringe - Simon Parke - The Lost Art of Failure 

10 - 15 R5 

12 Workshop - Biology Bites - Sarah Horsman 

26 - Apr 2 Volunteer workparty (Easter) 

26 - Apr 2 R5 

April 2013 

8 - 12 Retreat - Ian Adams - Running over Rocks 

14 - 19 R5 

17 Workshop - Fun with Words - Richard Skinner 

28 - May 3 12,000-mile Service 

May 2013 

27 - 31 Retreat - Stations on a Celtic Way - Margaret Silf 

June 2013 

16 - 21 R5 

18 Quiet Day - Bishop Richard Hawkins 

24 - 28 Retreat - Di Williams - Labyrinth Landscape of the Soul 

30 - Jul 5 12,000-mile Service 

July 2013 

12 - 27 R5 

19 - 27 Volunteer workparty 

28 - Aug 3 Clergy Family Holiday week 1 

August 2013 

4 - 10 Clergy family holiday week 2 

10 - 19 R5 

19 - 23 Retreat - Rambling with God - Peter Hayes & Alan Reynolds 

September 2013 

23 - 27 Retreat - Peter Ball - Moving mountains 

October 2013 

7 - 9 Workshop - Enneagram part 2 - Karen Webb 

10 Quiet Day - Archdeaon John Rawlings 

13 - 18 R5 

14 Workshop - Biology Bites - Sarah Horsman 

15 - 17 Workshop - Corrupting Power - Andrew Walker 

20 - 25 12,000-mile Service 

November 2013 

4 - 8 Retreat - Anne Charlton - Tapestry of Life 

17 - 22 12,000-mile Service 

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24 - Dec 6 R5 

25 Quiet Day - Archdeacon Richard Gilpin 

27 Workshop - Fun with Words - Richard Skinner 

29 - Dec 1 Volunteer workparty weekend (Advent) 

December 2013 

9 - 13 Retreat - Harmony and Good Order - Esther de Waal 

SPIRITUAL DIRECTION 

The Diocese operates the Salisbury Spidir Web, a network for spiritual direction 

The purpose of the Web is: 

To maintain a list of those offering the ministry of spiritual direction and to support 

those ministers in their continuing training and supervision 

To receive requests from anyone living within the geographical area covered by the 

Diocese who is seeking a spiritual director and to advise them upon a suitable 

choice 

Anyone seeking a spiritual director should contact: 

Revd Ian Cowley 

Diocesan Co-ordinator for Vocations and Spirituality 

Learning for Discipleship and Ministry Team Office 

01722 411944 or ian.cowley@salisbury.anglican.org 

Ian would also like to hear from anyone offering the ministry of spiritual direction. He is 

also able to advise on existing spiritual direction networks, on training courses and on 

support for those offering this ministry 

VOYAGE ON THE MORNING STAR 

It has been suggested that some clergy families might enjoy a sea voyage and opportunity 

to socialise with one another. While we don’t think we can fund this through CMD we 

would be very willing to help a group of families set this up. If you are interested please let 

us know 

Morning Star of Revelation is a 62ft gaff ketch and belongs to a Christian Trust. She can 

set up to eight sails at any one time on her two masts and was purpose built for sail 

training; this ensures plenty of work to occupy a full crew of 14. She can sail in almost any 

conditions, anywhere, anytime 

Morning Star has made a number of voyages for us in the past, both around the coast and 

cross channel. Her skipper is Revd Steve Morgan, Rector of the St Bartholomew Benefice. 

Before ordination Steve was principal of a yachting school. He is still registered as an 

instructor and examiner for yachts up to 200 tons. For further details go to 

www.morningstar.org.uk 

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Almighty and everlasting God, 

by whose Spirit the whole body of the Church is governed and sanctified: 

hear our prayer which we offer for all your faithful people 

that, in their vocation and ministry, 

each may serve you in holiness and truth 

to the glory of your name; 

through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, 

who is alive and reigns with you in the unity of the 

Holy Spirit, 

one God, now and for ever. Amen. 

Collect for the Fifth Sunday after Trinity 

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Brochure ordained ministers 2013 - Diocese of Salisbury

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