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SUMMARY:Black History Month: Removing the Eraser Globally
DESCRIPTION:This Black History Month\, join USPG and the Diocese of London for an online conversation on belonging and Black histories. Expect reflection and dialogue exploring how Black stories\, contributions\, and identities have been overlooked or erased\, and what it means to “remove the eraser” today. \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but please register to receive the meeting link and event details.Book your place here: Black History Month: Removing the Eraser Globally
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/black-history-month-removing-the-eraser-globally/
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SUMMARY:St Lukestide Healing Services 
DESCRIPTION:The Transforming Prayer Community invites you to two special healing services taking place next month: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, 16th October at 7:30pm – All Saints\, Stretford\n\n\n\nWednesday\, 22nd October at 7:00pm – St Luke’s\, Heywood \n\n\n\n\nThese services offer a sacred space for prayer\, reflection\, and healing – open to all\, whether you come seeking peace\, restoration\, or simply to support others in prayer. \n\n\n\nHealing services are times set apart for intentional prayer\, worship\, and ministry. Rooted in scripture\, they offer an opportunity to receive prayer\, anointing\, and the laying-on of hands. \n\n\n\nHealing can take many forms: physical\, emotional or spiritual. It may involve forgiveness\, restoration\, or simply the peace of God in difficult circumstances. These services are not only for those with specific needs\, but for anyone who desires to draw near to God and receive his grace. \n\n\n\nAs Jesus said\, “Come to me\, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens\, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) \n\n\n\nWhether you come with a burden or simply a heart open to God\, you are welcome. Interested in hosting a healing service in your own parish or community? Please get in touch with Kim Morgan-Jones\, Head of Lay Development\, who would be delighted to support you with resources and planning.
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/st-lukestide-healing-services-2/
LOCATION:St Luke’s\, Heywood\, Manchester Road\, Heywood\, OL10 2EQ
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SUMMARY:Online Eco Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The next Eco Gathering is taking place online on Tuesday 21 October at 12:30pm. The session will last for up to an hour and is open to anyone with an interest in creation care and environmental action. \n\n\n\nDuring the gathering\, Gordon Flear and Nick Hardman will share updates on upcoming eco events\, recommended books and podcasts\, funding opportunities\, and more. There will also be space for attendees to share what’s happening in their own churches and communities. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an Eco Champion\, an Authorised Lay Minister\, or simply someone curious about environmental issues and how they connect to faith\, you are very welcome to join. No official role is required – just a heart for creation care. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Zoom
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/online-eco-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T193000
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SUMMARY:St Lukestide Healing Services 
DESCRIPTION:The Transforming Prayer Community invites you to two special healing services taking place next month: \n\n\n\n\nMonday\, 20th October at 7:30pm at Bolton Parish Church\n\n\n\nWednesday\, 22nd October at 7:00pm at St Luke’s\, Heywood\n\n\n\n\nThese services offer a sacred space for prayer\, reflection\, and healing – open to all\, whether you come seeking peace\, restoration\, or simply to support others in prayer. \n\n\n\nHealing services are times set apart for intentional prayer\, worship\, and ministry. Rooted in scripture\, they offer an opportunity to receive prayer\, anointing\, and the laying-on of hands. \n\n\n\nHealing can take many forms: physical\, emotional or spiritual. It may involve forgiveness\, restoration\, or simply the peace of God in difficult circumstances. These services are not only for those with specific needs\, but for anyone who desires to draw near to God and receive his grace. \n\n\n\nAs Jesus said\, “Come to me\, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens\, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) \n\n\n\nWhether you come with a burden or simply a heart open to God\, you are welcome. Interested in hosting a healing service in your own parish or community? Please get in touch with Kim Morgan-Jones\, Head of Lay Development\, who would be delighted to support you with resources and planning.
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/st-lukestide-healing-services-3/
LOCATION:Bolton Parish Church\, Silverwell Street\, Bolton\, BL1 1PS
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SUMMARY:Women's Voices Conference
DESCRIPTION:Luther King House in Manchester will host Women’s Voices 2025\, a vital conference exploring the intersection of theology\, ministry\, and women’s lived experiences. The event is open to all women and those who minister to them\, offering a space for reflection\, learning\, and empowerment.The Revd Jenni Beaumont\, Bishop’s Advisor for Women’s Ministry\, will open the conference with a talk entitled ‘The vocation to disagree: flourishing beyond agreement’\, setting the tone for a day of thoughtful engagement and theological insight.📍 Venue: Luther King House\, Brighton Grove\, Manchester\, M14 5JP🎫Tickets: £35 – book by end of September for this early bird price. A limited number of funded places are available for clergy\, provided by our diocese. For more information\, please contact the Revd Jenni Beaumont.📩 Booking: Click this link to book your ticket or email liz.shercliff@lutherking.ac.ukThe guest speakers are:  \n\n\n\n\nProf Lisa Isherwood – Professor of Feminist Liberation Theologies\, University of Wales\, Trinity St David\n\n\n\nProf Hannah Bacon – Professor of Feminist Theology\, University of Chester\n\n\n\nRevd Dr Kate Bruce\n\n\n\nRevd Dr Liz Shercliff\n\n\n\n\nMore information including bios for each of the speakers is available here.
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/womens-voices-conference/
LOCATION:Luther King House\, Brighton Grove\, Manchester\, M14 5JP
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SUMMARY:St Lukestide Healing Services 
DESCRIPTION:The Transforming Prayer Community invites you to two special healing services taking place next month: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, 16th October at 7:30pm – All Saints\, Stretford\n\n\n\nWednesday\, 22nd October at 7:00pm – St Luke’s\, Heywood \n\n\n\n\nThese services offer a sacred space for prayer\, reflection\, and healing – open to all\, whether you come seeking peace\, restoration\, or simply to support others in prayer. \n\n\n\nHealing services are times set apart for intentional prayer\, worship\, and ministry. Rooted in scripture\, they offer an opportunity to receive prayer\, anointing\, and the laying-on of hands. \n\n\n\nHealing can take many forms: physical\, emotional or spiritual. It may involve forgiveness\, restoration\, or simply the peace of God in difficult circumstances. These services are not only for those with specific needs\, but for anyone who desires to draw near to God and receive his grace. \n\n\n\nAs Jesus said\, “Come to me\, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens\, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) \n\n\n\nWhether you come with a burden or simply a heart open to God\, you are welcome. Interested in hosting a healing service in your own parish or community? Please get in touch with Kim Morgan-Jones\, Head of Lay Development\, who would be delighted to support you with resources and planning.
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/st-lukestide-healing-services/
LOCATION:All Saints\, Stretford\, Barton Road\, Greater Manchester\, M32 9RL
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SUMMARY:Leading Small Groups Course
DESCRIPTION:Starting this autumn\, we are running a brand-new course designed to equip and resource those leading small groups in churches. This includes Bible study groups\, prayer groups\, enquirers’ courses and more. \n\n\n\nThe six-part course begins next Tuesday\, 7th October\, and will run at St John’s House\, Bury\, on Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm on: \n\n\n\n\n7th\, 14th and 21st October\n\n\n\n4th\, 11th and 18th November\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs this is a new course\, it will be run as a pilot and those attending will be asked for their feedback throughout. There are only 12 places available\, so please make sure to secure your place before next Tuesday by emailing: Layteam@manchester.anglican.org
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/leading-small-groups-course/
LOCATION:St John’s House\, 155-163 The Rock\, Bury\, BL9 0ND\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Data Developments Training Sessions
DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for a simpler way to manage your parish’s accounts\, MyFundAccounting.Online could be a great solution. Designed specifically for churches and charities\, it helps produce reports that meet Charity Commission and OSCR requirements. The software makes fund management straightforward and includes a range of pre-designed account structures to make setup quick and easy.Developed by Data Developments\, a company recommended by the Church of England for accounting software\, it offers a reliable and user-friendly option for parish financial management. On Tuesday 7th October we will be running two sessions hosted by Stephen Hendy from Data Developments. \n\n\n\n\nCome along from 10am until 1pm for a drop in session for anyone who currently uses the Data Developments – My Fund Accounting software. It will enable you to ask questions and gain assistance for the system you are using. Book your place here.\n\n\n\nFrom 1.30pm until 4.30pm we will be hosting a brief information / training session for anyone interested in starting to use the software from 2026. Book your place here. \n\n\n\n\nIf you’d like more information prior to the event please contact Carolyn McGloughlin\, Parish Support Officer at carolynmcgloughlin@manchester.anglican.org
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/data-developments-training-sessions/
LOCATION:St John’s House\, 155-163 The Rock\, Bury\, BL9 0ND\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T160000
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SUMMARY:Being a Treasurer: The Basics
DESCRIPTION:The role of a Treasurer varies between churches and can cover a wide range of responsibilities. This training is designed to equip new and old treasurers with the core knowledge needed to carry out their role.During the day we will look at the treasurer as trustee\, bookkeeper\, planner\, tax optimiser and compliance officer. \n\n\n\nThis course is structured around these five key areas: \n\n\n\n\nTreasurer as Trustee – this section outlines the legal framework for charities and the duties of charity trustees\, of whom the Treasurer may be one.\n\n\n\nTreasurer as Bookkeeper – this section addresses day-to-day management of church finances and accounting\, exploring the systems a church may have in place for routine operations and the basic principles of charity accounting.\n\n\n\nTreasurer as Planner – this section is primarily about budgeting but also addresses some concepts of risk management.\n\n\n\nTreasurer as Tax Optimiser – this section covers what charities need to know to take advantage of Gift Aid and GASDS\, as well as a few points about VAT.\n\n\n\nTreasurer as Compliance Officer – this section covers the requirements on charities for preparation of their year-end documents and external scrutiny.\n\n\n\n\nThe training will be delivered by the Association of Church Accountants and Treasurers (ACAT)\, and staff from the Diocese of Manchester Finance Team will also be present to answer any questions relating to our local procedures. \n\n\n\nIf you are not already aware of the diocese’s block membership with ACAT this will be covered as well. Block membership provides Treasurers with free access to ACAT’s full range of services\, without the need to payLunch and refreshments will be provided. Sign in from 09:30am.This training is open to all within the Diocese\, not just those who are involved with parish finance.
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/being-a-treasurer-the-basics-2/
LOCATION:St John’s House\, 155-163 The Rock\, Bury\, BL9 0ND\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T190000
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SUMMARY:Vocation Support Group meeting (Wardley)
DESCRIPTION:With Lucie Reilly & Abi Bouchier\nDifferent aspects of Lay Ministry \nJoin us for the Vocation Support Group \nThe purpose of the Vocation Support Group is to meet with others in the diocese who are currently exploring vocations and to share our experience of the journey. \nAnyone can attend these meetings which run from 7- 9pm and are very informal. The aim is to offer an opportunity to meet with others\, some of whom are currently exploring or exercising some form of ministry\, and some who are just embarking on this journey of discovery and discernment. \nIf you would like any further information or have any questions\, please do not hesitate to email Bishop’s Chaplain\, Revd Canon Anne Edwards at bishopschaplain@manchester.anglican.org
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/vocation-support-group-wardley/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Waterhead\, Church St East\, Waterhead\, OL4 2JQ\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Revd Canon Anne Edwards (Bishop%E2%80%99s Chaplain)":MAILTO:bishopschaplain@manchester.anglican.org
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