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SUMMARY:DA1/8000P Children and Families Ministry: Core issues in diverse contexts
DESCRIPTION:Get equipped for even more effective ministry with children and their families!\n\n\n\n\nThe unit examines the theological\, developmental and methodological resources for contextual children and families ministries across the spectrum of Australian church based\, community based and para-church expressions. Addressing the theology\, spirituality and sociology of the child in relation to family\, church\, faith\, culture\, technology\, history and philosophical discourse\, the unit develops critical skills for evaluating and designing robust\, contextual processes for discipleship\, pastoral care\, safe practice\, mission and leadership with children and their families. \nFor more information visit: https://pilgrim.edu.au/courses \n\n\n\n\nDates: 11-13\, 15-17 July (9.30am to 4.30pm each day) \n\n\n\n\nDownload post card / digital flyer \n\n\n\n\nEnrol now
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/da1-8000p-children-and-families-ministry-core-issues-in-diverse-contexts/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Theological College\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erlinda Loverseed":MAILTO:erlinda.loverseed@pilgrim.edu.au
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SUMMARY:Stories of Childhood 2019
DESCRIPTION:The annual Stories of Childhood conference is suitable for anyone – including Playgroup leaders\, Pre-school music program leaders\, Messy Church leaders\, Sunday program leaders/teachers\, ministers\, pastors\, church leaders\, worship leaders\, program leaders/volunteers – involved in ministry with children 0-5 and their families. \nGather others from your congregation or team and come along for a fantastic day of learning\, sharing and growing together. \n  \n\n\n\nElectives\n\n1A Making music meaningful\n1B Pathways from playgroup to congregation\n1C Being alongside families experiencing trauma\n1D Safe conversations – Part 1 (Building connections)\n2A Creative craft that communicates\n2B Inclusion and engagement for all abilities\n2C Being alongside families experiencing trauma (rpt)\n2D Safe conversations – Part 2 (Deepening connections)\n3A Using puppets with purpose\n3B Super story-telling for all ages\n3C Identifying and responding to family violence\n3D Safe Conversations – Part 3 (Faith connections)\n\nNB: All electives subject to sufficient numbers \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nProgram\n9.45     Registration and resource viewing 10.00 Connecting and engaging together 10.40 Electives block 1\n11.45    Electives block 2 \n12.45    Lunch\n1.25      Electives block 3\n2.25      Gathering and reflecting together 3.00 Finish \n\n\n\n\n  \nElective presenters are drawn from a range of denominations and organisations including the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne\, Christian Playgroup Network\, Baptist Union\, Uniting Church Synod of Victoria and Tasmania and Intergen. \nThe Christian Playgroup Network includes members from Australian Christian Churches\,Anglican\, Baptist\, Catholic\, Christian Community Churches\, Churches of Christ\, Presbyterian\, Salvation Army\,\nUniting and Wesleyan Methodist congregations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nEvent Details\nWhat: Playgroup & Preschool Conference Date: Saturday\, 22 June.\nTime: 10.00am – 3.00pm \nCost. If registered by 17 April $35/person\, or $30/person for CPN members or Messy Church leaders; $30/person for groups of 4 or more\nIf registered after 17 April $40/person\, or $35/ person for CPN members or Messy Church leaders \nRegister and pay online: \nhttps://ucavt.goregister.com.au/storiesofchildhood2019 \nRegistrations appreciated by \nWednesday\, 12 June \nLocation: Centre forTheology & Ministry 29 College Crescent\, Parkville Vic 3052 \nContact: 9340 8800; ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au \n\nDownload event flyer \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/stories-of-childhood-2019/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190607T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190610T160000
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SUMMARY:Finding a home in the Uniting Church
DESCRIPTION:2nd Biennial History Conference  \nUniting Church National History Society \nWhat does it mean to belong to the Uniting Church? Many grew up Congregationalist\, Methodist or Presbyterian. Others have grown up in the Uniting Church. Some have only ever known the Uniting Church as their spiritual home and others have transferred in from other denominations. What does it mean to find a home in a church that describes itself as Evangelical and Reformed and is at the same time committed to theological diversity? \n \nKeynote Speakers: \n\nDr Meredith Lake\, host of ABC Radio’s Soul Search programme\, Honorary Associate of the Department of History\, Sydney University\, and author of the 2018 Australian Christian Book of the Year\, The Bible in Australia: A Cultural History.\nDr Joanna Cruickshank\, Senior Lecturer in History at Deakin University\, author of Pain\, Passion and Faith: Revisiting the Place of Charles Wesley in Early Methodism and editor of The Journal of Religious History.\nDr Graeme Davison\, Emeritus Sir John Monash Distinguished Professor\, Monash University.\n\nREGISTRATION PRICES:\nFull event (Fri evening through Sunday evening):\nFull price: $150\nEarlyBird (to 26 April): $120\nConcession rate: $130/$100 earlybird  (ENTER CODE “CONC” when prompted during registration)\nUCNHS Members: $130/$100 earlybird  (ENTER CODE “UCNHS” when prompted during registration)\nSingle Day: $65\nFriday evening only: $20\nMonday UCNHS Meeting: no charge \nTo register for the full event or  for any part visit http://www.trybooking.com/BBQBE \nDownload manual registration form
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/finding-a-home-in-the-uniting-church/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190606T130000
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Social Media in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:With Rev Jay Robinson\, representatives from the Synod comms unit\, and input from ministers about their adoption and use of social media in their ministry. \n“Social media for beginners: no question too simple” \nAre you wanting to learn more about the pitfalls and wonders of Facebook\, Twitter\,\nInstagram\, etc? Are you wondering what makes an effective church website? \nCome and explore how and why we might – or might not – adopt various forms of\nsocial media for mission and communication in different ministry contexts. \nWhen: Thursday 6 June\, 10am-1pm\nVenue: Centre for Theology and Ministry\, Parkville\nCost: $10 (includes morning tea)\nBring your own device \nRegister at www.trybooking.com/BBSES or by email to ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/workshop-on-social-media-in-ministry/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190523T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190523T170000
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SUMMARY:Art of Belief
DESCRIPTION:A unique Continuing Education opportunity from Pilgrim Theological College at the NGV: \nArt of Belief \nAR/CH 211oP-31\, 10P-9110P \nKatherine Massam and Howard Wallace \n(Classes Thursdays 1- 5pm on May 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, Sept 5\, 12 & Oct 17) \nDo you use art as a way of engaging your community/congregation in liturgy or preaching and teaching? Or would you like to use art more readily to enhance your church’s life and witness\, but are not confident in how to do this?  Art is a powerful medium through which to understand both our surrounding culture and the faith of the church\, and how those aspects relate to each other.  In this unit you will gain greater understanding of the impact European and Aboriginal traditions of art have had on Australian Christianity.  You will develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of the representation of selected key aspects of Christian belief\, by drawing specifically on the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria – in dialogue with other images.   The majority of class time will be at the Gallery itself. \nConsider enrolling (as full credit or audit) with a few colleagues\, and then forming a Peer Learning Group afterwards focussing on developing your use of art in ministering with your congregation/community.  There are Continuing Education grants to assist with both auditing costs\, and to support a Peer Learning Group. \nFor further information\, contact Rev Fran Barber\, Continuing Education Coordinator\, fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/art-of-belief/2019-05-23/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Featured,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190516T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T114919
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SUMMARY:Art of Belief
DESCRIPTION:A unique Continuing Education opportunity from Pilgrim Theological College at the NGV: \nArt of Belief \nAR/CH 211oP-31\, 10P-9110P \nKatherine Massam and Howard Wallace \n(Classes Thursdays 1- 5pm on May 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, Sept 5\, 12 & Oct 17) \nDo you use art as a way of engaging your community/congregation in liturgy or preaching and teaching? Or would you like to use art more readily to enhance your church’s life and witness\, but are not confident in how to do this?  Art is a powerful medium through which to understand both our surrounding culture and the faith of the church\, and how those aspects relate to each other.  In this unit you will gain greater understanding of the impact European and Aboriginal traditions of art have had on Australian Christianity.  You will develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of the representation of selected key aspects of Christian belief\, by drawing specifically on the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria – in dialogue with other images.   The majority of class time will be at the Gallery itself. \nConsider enrolling (as full credit or audit) with a few colleagues\, and then forming a Peer Learning Group afterwards focussing on developing your use of art in ministering with your congregation/community.  There are Continuing Education grants to assist with both auditing costs\, and to support a Peer Learning Group. \nFor further information\, contact Rev Fran Barber\, Continuing Education Coordinator\, fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/art-of-belief/2019-05-16/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Featured,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T114919
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015353Z
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SUMMARY:Storywork: A full day workshop for storytellers
DESCRIPTION:Everywhere we are surrounded by story. Someone will say “You’ll never guess what happened me on the tram today”\, or “I can’t believe my boss is such an idiot”. Behind every statement lies a story\, and behind every story lies another story. This session\, led by Pádraig Ó Tuama\, will use narrative technique to bring stories out in the gathered room\, and share narrative techniques for use in congregational and community groups. \nThe Gospels as Story: Wandering through the Narrative Pathways of the Gospels. \nIf you were to tell the gospel as story\, where would you start? Whose voice would you use? What techniques would you employ for drama\, tension\, pain and insight? Which characters would you present sympathetically? How would you distinguish your use of narration? What would you imagine about your audiences\, and what would you hope your work in telling would achieve? \nThe four gospels are\, ultimately\, works of literature. Each has a particular style and the gospel writers craft their characters (Jesus\, Pharisees\, anonymous people) with distinction. This session will explore some of the literary and artistic particularities of the sketches of Jesus — and others — in the four gospels. \nMorning and afternoon tea with healthy snacks will be provided. \nPlan to arrive at 9.30am to settle in\, have a cuppa and meet other participants. \nWhat to bring: \n\nJournal and pens\nPacked lunch or purchase nearby. Fridge and microwave available.\n\nPádraig Ó Tuama\nPádraig is a peacemaker\, poet/prophet and artist/theologian. He writes poems\, prose and prayers\, and has led writing workshops and art retreats. He has also been artist in residence at Synod meetings. \nPádraig leads the Corrymeela Community in Northern Ireland and is committed to the healing of social\, religious and political divisions that exist in Northern Ireland and throughout the world. \nDuring the day\, Pádraig Ó Tuama will engage you in practices of using story in congregations and community groups. \n“Pádraig Ó Tuama is an extraordinary person\, whose influence extends quietly and gracefully across the world. His poetry bears these same qualities and brings him close. It is a gift to us all.” – Krista Tippett (Creator and host of ‘On Being’) \nFor full bibliography here. \nREGISTRATION: \nStorywork special combined price: Seminar and Storywork\n$120 full price (waged)\n$90 (part-waged\, part-time students\, seniors card) $75 (full-time students\, pension card holders) \nSeminar only:\n$15 waged\n$10 concession (students\, pension card\, part-time workers) \nStorywork only:\n$110 waged\n$70 concession (students\, pension card\, part-time workers) \nEnquiries:\nChristina Rowntree\, Theology and the Arts Ministry\, P: 9340 8813\, E: chris.rowntree@victas.uca.org.au or contact Ann Byrne for help with registration at ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au or 9340 8815 \nPlease register online. \nDownload event flyer \nSee the connected event: Seminar: Theology as Story: Believing in the Truth of People
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/storywork-a-full-day-workshop-for-storytellers/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Theology and the Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Rowntree":MAILTO:chris.rowntree@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190509T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T114919
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SUMMARY:Seminar - Theology as Story: Believing in the Truth of People
DESCRIPTION:In realms of religion\, the word “belief” is often used. What do you believe? Do you agree with this belief? Or that belief? Do you think what\nyou believe is true? This seminar\, led by Pádraig Ó Tuama\, will move the focus of belief away from what we believe to who we believe. Focusing on a central question of “tell us a time when you were believed” we will uncover the power of belief when it’s enacted as a reciprocal and life-giving gesture\, especially when it is least expected. \nFor: Storytellers\, artists\, poets\, writers and those who lead congregations in ministry and mission. \nWine and nibbles will be available from 6.30pm. \nPádraig Ó Tuama\nPádraig is a peacemaker\, poet/prophet and artist/theologian. He writes poems\, prose and prayers\, and has led writing workshops and art retreats. He has also been artist in residence at Synod meetings. \nPádraig leads the Corrymeela Community in Northern Ireland and is committed to the healing of social\, religious and political divisions that exist in Northern Ireland and throughout the world. \n“Pádraig Ó Tuama is an extraordinary person\, whose influence extends quietly and gracefully across the world. His poetry bears these same qualities and brings him close. It is a gift to us all.” – Krista Tippett (Creator and host of ‘On Being’) \nFor full bibliography go to: https://bit.ly/2UVeEcT \nREGISTRATION:\nStorywork special combined price: Seminar and Storywork\n$120 full price (waged)\n$90 (part-waged\, part-time students\, seniors card) $75 (full-time students\, pension card holders) \nSeminar only:\n$15 waged\n$10 concession (students\, pension card\, part-time workers) \nStorywork only:\n$110 waged\n$70 concession (students\, pension card\, part-time workers) \nEnquiries:\nChristina Rowntree\, Theology and the Arts Ministry\, P: 9340 8813\, E: chris.rowntree@victas.uca.org.au or contact Ann Byrne for help with registration at ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au or 9340 8815 \nPlease register online at https://www.trybooking.com/BBOWW \nDownload event flyer \n  \nSee the connected event: Storywork: A full day workshop for storytellers
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/seminar-theology-as-story-believing-in-the-truth-of-people/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Featured,Theology and the Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Rowntree":MAILTO:chris.rowntree@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190509T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T114919
CREATED:20190204T230500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015307Z
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SUMMARY:Art of Belief
DESCRIPTION:A unique Continuing Education opportunity from Pilgrim Theological College at the NGV: \nArt of Belief \nAR/CH 211oP-31\, 10P-9110P \nKatherine Massam and Howard Wallace \n(Classes Thursdays 1- 5pm on May 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, Sept 5\, 12 & Oct 17) \nDo you use art as a way of engaging your community/congregation in liturgy or preaching and teaching? Or would you like to use art more readily to enhance your church’s life and witness\, but are not confident in how to do this?  Art is a powerful medium through which to understand both our surrounding culture and the faith of the church\, and how those aspects relate to each other.  In this unit you will gain greater understanding of the impact European and Aboriginal traditions of art have had on Australian Christianity.  You will develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of the representation of selected key aspects of Christian belief\, by drawing specifically on the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria – in dialogue with other images.   The majority of class time will be at the Gallery itself. \nConsider enrolling (as full credit or audit) with a few colleagues\, and then forming a Peer Learning Group afterwards focussing on developing your use of art in ministering with your congregation/community.  There are Continuing Education grants to assist with both auditing costs\, and to support a Peer Learning Group. \nFor further information\, contact Rev Fran Barber\, Continuing Education Coordinator\, fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/art-of-belief/2019-05-09/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Featured,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190507T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T114919
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015350Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Transitional Ministry: The work of the leader
DESCRIPTION:This is a three-day program designed to give you an introduction to the key concepts and practices of ministering with congregations and agencies in times of transition. (Isn’t that all of them nowadays?). While it is a stand-alone program\, it is also the first phase of training that leads to being qualified as an Intentional Interim Minister. Thus\, it is useful for anyone in lay or ordained ministry who is dealing with change\, transition and new opportunities\, and also for those exploring a call to Intentional Interim Ministry. \nThe FTM will be lead by Rev Sharon Hollis (UCA Moderator) and Rev Fran Barber (Continuing Education Coordinator) at the Centre for Theology and Ministry\, Melbourne. \nRegister Online \nDownload flyer and postal registration form \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/fundamentals-of-transitional-ministry-the-work-of-the-people/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Featured,Leadership Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:Art of Belief
DESCRIPTION:A unique Continuing Education opportunity from Pilgrim Theological College at the NGV: \nArt of Belief \nAR/CH 211oP-31\, 10P-9110P \nKatherine Massam and Howard Wallace \n(Classes Thursdays 1- 5pm on May 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, Sept 5\, 12 & Oct 17) \nDo you use art as a way of engaging your community/congregation in liturgy or preaching and teaching? Or would you like to use art more readily to enhance your church’s life and witness\, but are not confident in how to do this?  Art is a powerful medium through which to understand both our surrounding culture and the faith of the church\, and how those aspects relate to each other.  In this unit you will gain greater understanding of the impact European and Aboriginal traditions of art have had on Australian Christianity.  You will develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of the representation of selected key aspects of Christian belief\, by drawing specifically on the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria – in dialogue with other images.   The majority of class time will be at the Gallery itself. \nConsider enrolling (as full credit or audit) with a few colleagues\, and then forming a Peer Learning Group afterwards focussing on developing your use of art in ministering with your congregation/community.  There are Continuing Education grants to assist with both auditing costs\, and to support a Peer Learning Group. \nFor further information\, contact Rev Fran Barber\, Continuing Education Coordinator\, fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/art-of-belief/2019-05-02/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Featured,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Responding to Conflict
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Facilitators: Terrence Corkin & Julia Kuhn Wallace\, authors of\n“The Church Guide for Making Decisions Together”\n\n		Aims\n	\n\nResource leaders to understand the different types of conflict\nProvide resources that assist a constructive response to conflict\nRaise awareness to cross cultural considerations when addressing conflict\nHelp leaders to understand their preferred response to conflict\nProvide a framework for conflict transformation\nOffer practical advice on a specific conflict situation that participants face\n\n\n		Outcomes for participants\n	\nBy the end of the workshop participants will … \n\nunderstand the different types of conflict and how to make a constructive response in different contexts\nhave increased awareness of cross cultural considerations when addressing conflict\nrecognise their preferred response to conflict and how it affects their ability to be effectively involved\nhave access to a framework for conflict transformation\nhave worked on a conflict\n\n\n		Method\n	\n\nPresentation of material on:\nthe drivers of conflic\nthe 7 stages of conflic\nhow to constructively respond in a variety of situations\nInteractive engagement on real life situations with a particular focus on how leaders can constructively engage with conflict\nThrough use of worksheets\, questions\, dialogue and workshopping a practical example of conflict\, empower leaders to confidently engage with conflict\n\nABOUT THE FACILITATORS\nJulia is a layperson in the United Methodist Church who has served on the staff of the (Global) General Board of Discipleship based in Nashville Tennessee. \nHer areas of expertise include: mediating disputes\, assessing Congregational vitality\, transforming conflict\, and leading strategic change and visioning. \nTerence was the UCA Assembly General Secretary for 15 years. Since then he has provided leadership\, support and teaching in consensus discernment and has led seminars and facilitated meetings around the world. \nTerence is a nationally accredited mediator and has worked in conflicted congregations seeking to\nresolve their conflict. \nFEEDBACK ON WORKSHOPS\nRev Sandy Boyce\, Pilgrim Uniting Church (Adelaide); and President of the DIAKONIA World Federation Terence is diligent in his preparation to tailor it for a particular context. The input is highly relevant\, and the approach he uses is engaging and creative. It provides ideas and tools that local church leaders can use straight away. \nRev Dr John Squires\, Director of Education and Formation Uniting Church\, Western Australia\nThe seminar was very helpful … and his interaction with participants was consistently positive. The\nseminar has helped a number of church leaders to be more deliberate in the way they lead church\nmeetings. \n			\n						Download Flyer: Understanding and Responding to Conflict
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/understanding-and-responding-to-conflict/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Leadership Development
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