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SUMMARY:Churchwarden Training
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are a newly elected Churchwarden or have been in the role for longer and would like a refresher\, you are invited to come along to a Churchwarden training day on Saturday\, 10th January. \n\n\n\nThe training will be delivered by the Archdeacons and will cover topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nworking with your clergy\n\n\n\nwhat happens during an Interregnum\n\n\n\nsafeguarding\n\n\n\nworking with your PCC and Sidespeople in a Mission Community context\n\n\n\nfaculties\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is free\, and you can reserve your place here:
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/churchwarden-training/
LOCATION:St John’s House\, 155-163 The Rock\, Bury\, BL9 0ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Churchwarden Training
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SUMMARY:Ministry Exploration Group - 21st January
DESCRIPTION:Is God calling you? \n\n\n\nNot quite sure which way to go? \n\n\n\nWhy not join us for the Ministry Exploration Group? \n\n\n\nFormerly known as the Vocation Support Group\, the Ministry Exploration Group brings together people from across Manchester Diocese who are currently exploring vocation\, providing a space to share experiences and support one another.Meetings run from 7pm – 9pm\, and are informal and welcoming. Sometimes the group will focus on specific topics\, and at other times\, it will simply be a space to reflect\, ask questions\, and share where you are on your journey. Whether you are currently exploring or exercising some form of ministry\, or are just embarking on this journey of discovery and discernment\, all are welcome. \n\n\n\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 \n\n\n\nDetails of upcoming meetings can be found here: \n\n\n\nDate Venue SpeakerThemeWed 21st January 2026St Matthew’s Little Lever BL3 1HHVen Dr John ApplegateLooking at Life TheologicallyMon 16th March 2026 St Hilda’s\, Audenshaw M34 5EURev Canon Dr Michael LeydenEmmanuel Theological CollegeWed 20th May 2026St Stephen’s Elton BL8 2PU Rev Canon Rachel WattsAll Things VocationThur 9th July 2026St Michael’s\, Tonge-cum-Alkrington M24 1BTDr Mike Stuckey & Carole GallagherLay Ministry
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/ministry-exploration-group-3/
LOCATION:St Matthew\, Little Lever\, Market Street\, Bolton\, BL3 1HH
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SUMMARY:Emergency First Aid at Work\, Basic Life Support and Paediatric First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Please note this course is now FULL \n\n\n\nLocation: St John’s House\, BuryOpen to: Clergy and lay leaders\, MDBF staff\, parish workers / volunteersProvider: Thrive Together TrainingFurther info: This certificated course equips participants with essential first aid skills\, including CPR\, managing injuries\, using defibrillators and conducting primary assessments\, ensuring confidence to respond effectively to adult and paediatric emergencies.
URL:https://www.manchester.anglican.org/event/emergency-first-aid-at-work-basic-life-support-and-paediatric-first-aid/
LOCATION:St John’s House\, 155-163 The Rock\, Bury\, BL9 0ND\, United Kingdom
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