Sign up for our training courses
We would love as many people as possible to avail of three training opportunities coming up in February and March. The diocese is committed to resourcing the local church by training leaders, and by encouraging every member ministry.
Diocesan Course on Faith Sharing
This free short training course will take place over four consecutive Tuesday evenings in Magheralin from 14 February to 7 March at 7.00pm. The course is open to anyone but may be particularly useful for those of us who would struggle to naturally share our faith story with others.
It is a practical course (no assignments required!) led by the experienced Church Army evangelist, George Newell.
The four topics covered are:
- Session 1. Who, What & Why – Who we are in Christ / What is evangelism? / Why should we do it?
- Session 2. The Gospel, what is it? – Exploring together the Gospel message
- Session 3. How we share – Part 1 – Exploring Methods in sharing our faith
- Session 4. How we share – Part 2 – His story / Our story – How to share the Gospel simply / How to share our own faith story
To sign–up please register via Eventbrite HERE or for more information contact Andrew Brannigan at andrew@downanddromore.org or on 07950 846621.
Accredited Pastoral Care Course
The diocese commends an accredited Pastoral Carers Training Course which has been well received by our churches in previous years. Places are limited for the upcoming course so if you are interested, please book immediately.
The course begins on Tuesday 21 February 2023 in Carnmoney Presbyterian Church.
Download the course details here.
Prayer Ministry Training Day
Registration is open for this practical training with Glynis Matchett who leads the prayer ministry work of New Wine Ireland and is one of our Diocesan Evangelists. The training is suitable for newcomers to a prayer ministry team or as a refresher course.
When: Saturday 25 March from 9.30am–4.00pm
Venue: Drumbeg Parish Halls, 70 Drumbeg Road, Dunmurry, Belfast, BT17 9LE
Cost: There is no cost for the training and tea, coffee and lunch will be provided.
Register via Eventbrite HERE.
Note: Following this training, only those who are authorised by their rector or church leader will be able to be part of the prayer ministry teams in their local churches.