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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190502T130000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190507T093000
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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/2019-05-09/
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:20190509T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
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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:20190510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
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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:20190516T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190204T230500Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190523T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
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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/2019-05-23/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190328T031200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015528Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190607T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190622T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190410T035920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015703Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190711T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190717T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190607T014116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T020412Z
UID:10000189-1562837400-1563381000@victas.uca.org.au
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
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pilgrim Theological College 29 College Crescent Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=29 College Crescent:geo:144.9619031,-37.7922071
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190719T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190423T002413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015711Z
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SUMMARY:Liturgy Lab with Stephen Burns
DESCRIPTION:SEMESTER 2 INTENSIVE: JULY 19\, 20\, 21 & 22.\nA wonderful Continuing Education opportunity from PILGRIM THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE\nCourse code: DL2400P-DL9400P \nHave you spent time recently reflecting theologically on your community’s liturgical life? Would you like outside input to deepen your approach to liturgy in the 2st Century church? In this unit you will explore kinaesthetic and other arts used in worship\, and reflect on the pastoral\, public and representative vocation of the one who presides. \nThis unit will expose you to insights from ecumenical liturgical renewal and liturgical theology as these relate to the missional vocation of the church. Special attention is given to Anglican and Uniting contexts of worship\, and a significant portion of the unit will be given to embodied and enacted liturgical practice. \nConsider enrolling (as a full credit or audit student) with a few colleagues\, then forming a Peer Learning Group afterwards focussing on exploring\, in an ongoing way\, your liturgical practice in the light of the insights from the unit. There are Continuing Education grants to assist with both auditing costs\, and to support a Peer Learning Group. https://ctm.uca.edu.au/resources/funding-scholarships/ \nFor further information\, contact Rev Fran Barber\, Continuing education Coordinator\, fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au. \nTo enrol in this unit\, please contact the Registrar of Pilgrim Theological College\, Erlinda Loverseed: Erlinda.loverseed@pilgrim.edu.au \nDownload the event flyer \n  \nImage: www.JohnAugustSwanson.com – copyright 1997 by John August Swanson
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/liturgy-lab-with-stephen-burns/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190720T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190720T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190304T034421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015406Z
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SUMMARY:Space for story: Playfulness and Story
DESCRIPTION:Do you need some story nurture?\nWould you like to dedicate some undistracted time to dwelling\, soaking and basking in story? \nWell-crafted words can speak to the soul and call forth new awareness. Join us on a Storytelling Retreat. \n\n2019 Storytelling Retreats across the year:\nFour Saturdays\n20 July\, 21 September\, 19 October\, 23 November. Enrol in the full series\, or any single day(s). \nTimes:\n9.30am-3.30pm \nThree beautiful venues:\nRiddells Creek\, Phillip Island\, Parkville. Led by teachers\, alumni and friends of Art of Story. \n\nFormat:\nStorytelling\, artmaking\, journaling\, walking\, stillness and silence. An undistracted space will be hosted and held for you. Feel welcomed\, relaxed\, nourished. \n\nHow the day unfolds:\nThe first hour will hold a morning telling led by skilled storytellers\, followed by the opportunity to bring the stories and your own experience into your inner conversation as you choose – go for a solo walk\, write and use art materials. For the final hour we re-gather and are free to share some of the gifts of the day should we choose. Delicious treats\, teas and coffee will be provided. Simple artmaking materials are included in the price. \nBYO packed lunch to eat in the venue or have as a solo picnic on\nyour walk. \n\nWhat to bring/wear:\n\nLoose\, comfortable clothing\nWalking shoes\nJournal and pens\nBYO packed lunch\n\n\nRegistration:\nEarly bird package discounts – pay before 21 Feb and receive a complimentary ticket to Pádraig Ó Tuama’s seminar “Theology as Story: Believing in the Truth of People” on 9 May. \nEarly Bird payments are non-refundable \n\nBook all four Space for Story Retreat days for $300 per person (fully waged)\nor $500 for two people – bring a buddy.\n\nIndividual days\nThese can be booked as follows: \n\n$85 per person per Saturday\, waged ($340 for all four)\n$65 part-waged\, (part time students and Seniors Card pay part-waged rate) ($260 for all four)\n$45 full-time students or pension concession card holders ($180 for all four)\n\nRegister online at: https://ucavt.goregister.com.au/spaceforstory \n\nInformation:\nBYO packed lunch for the day retreats in Riddells Creek and Parkville. We will supply teas and coffee and generous snacks. You may like to find overnight accommodation to extend the spaciousness of these retreats. See suggestions on the registration website. \nLunch will be provided for Playfulness and Story in Cowes. We will head out for dinner after the workshop at your own cost. Staying at Phillip Island is recommended. You may organise your own accommodation or check the options listed on the registration website. \nHosted by:\nJulie Perrin\, Fiona Bottcher\, Katherine Jones\, Jess Holt\, Annette Buckley\, Christina Rowntree and Ian Turnnidge. \nNote these dates too:\nOn 9-10 May we will be hosting Irish poet and storyteller Pádraig Ó Tuama at the Centre for Theology and Ministry\, College Cres\, Parkville. \nSave these dates and go to https://ucavt.goregister. com.au/spaceforstory/info/storywork/ for separate enrolment/registration \nDownload the event flyer
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/space-for-story-playfulness-and-story/
LOCATION:Cowes Uniting Church\, 86 Chapel Street\, Cowes\, Victoria\, 3922\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Theology and the Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-38.4500718;145.2370409
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cowes Uniting Church 86 Chapel Street Cowes Victoria 3922 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=86 Chapel Street:geo:145.2370409,-38.4500718
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190808T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190808T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190425T235108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015736Z
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SUMMARY:Northey Lecture: Citizens of Heaven: Identity\, Inclusion and the Church by Rev Dr Samuel Wells
DESCRIPTION:Samuel Wells is a preacher\, writer and theologian. He has served as Church of England parish priest in England for over 20 years\, often in places of social disadvantage. Dr Wells spent seven years as Dean of Duke University Chapel in the US. He is currently priest at St Martin-in-the Fields\, London\, and visiting Professor of Christian Ethics at King’s College London. He has published 30 books\, including academic studies and textbooks in Christian ethics\, explorations of social mission\, liturgy and faith\, and four collections of sermons. \nHis most recent book is Incarnational Mission: Being with the World. \nWhere: Brunswick Uniting Church\, 214 Sydney Rd\, Brunswick (public car park on Edwards St just off Sydney Rd). \nThis lecture will be live-streamed and recorded. Light refreshments available. \nCost: Free. Please register for seating and catering purposes. \nRegister online \nDownload event flyer
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/northey-lecture-citizens-of-heaven-identity-inclusion-and-the-church-by-rev-dr-samuel-wells/
LOCATION:Brunswick Uniting Church\, 214 Sydney Road\, Brunswick\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Featured,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.772608;144.9613464
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brunswick Uniting Church 214 Sydney Road Brunswick Victoria Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=214 Sydney Road:geo:144.9613464,-37.772608
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190809T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190809T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190426T012605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015736Z
UID:10000187-1565343000-1565353800@victas.uca.org.au
SUMMARY:Preaching in a diverse culture: a morning for preachers and worship leaders with Rev Dr Samuel Wells
DESCRIPTION:School of Ministry with Rev Dr Samuel Wells\nSamuel Wells is a preacher\, writer and theologian. He has served as Church of England parish priest in England for over 20 years\, often in places of social disadvantage. Dr Wells spent seven years as Dean of Duke University Chapel in the US. He is currently priest at St Martin-in-the Fields\, London\, and visiting Professor of Christian Ethics at King’s College London. He has published 30 books\, including academic studies and textbooks in Christian ethics\, explorations of social mission\, liturgy and faith\, and four collections of sermons. \nHis most recent book is Incarnational Mission: Being with the World. \nWhere: Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Cres\, Parkville \nCost: $10\, includes morning tea \nRegister online \nDownload event flyer
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/preaching-in-a-diverse-culture-a-morning-for-preachers-and-worship-leaders-with-rev-dr-samuel-wells/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Centre for Theology & Ministry 29 College Crescent Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=29 College Crescent:geo:144.9619031,-37.7922071
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190809T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190613T024902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T020417Z
UID:10000190-1565344800-1565355600@victas.uca.org.au
SUMMARY:Thriving Ministry Leadership: lessons from a duck\, an echidna and a tree (Tasmania - North West)
DESCRIPTION:Andrew McDonough\, best known as the author and illustrator of the Lost Sheep books\, is coming to Tasmania! According to Andrew…“Jesus’ best command ever is ‘look at the birds’. It’s where to start if you’re following Jesus. Now\, if you’re in ministry leadership\, we recommend you pay attention to all of God’s creatures. If people drive you bonkers\, if you’re exhausted from helping everyone\, if your last sermon was described as ‘nice’ and if the phrase ‘fruitful ministry’ fills you with determination and despair then join the duck\, an echidna\, a caterpillar\, a tree\, Andrew McDonough and other new ministry friends in a workshop that will be fun and possibly of some value.”  \nFocused on those in ministry leadership\, such as ministers\, deacons\, pastors\, chaplains\, lay preachers\, church council members  and those with specific responsibility for children\, young people and families\, these sessions will be immensely inspiring\, encouraging and practical. Andrew will also highlight his latest book – Jesus was a refugee. Watch out for more information as it comes to hand or e-mail anthea.maynard@victas.uca.org.au. \n  \n\nCost: $10 \nDuration: 3 hours \nMorning Tea will be provided \n\nDownload the event flyer \nRegister online \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/thriving-ministry-leadership-lessons-from-a-duck-an-echidna-and-a-tree-tasmania-north-west/
LOCATION:Penguin Uniting Church)\, 50 Main Road\, Penguin\, Tasmania\, 7316\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-41.1118977;146.0705172
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Penguin Uniting Church) 50 Main Road Penguin Tasmania 7316 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=50 Main Road:geo:146.0705172,-41.1118977
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190810T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190613T025610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T020417Z
UID:10000191-1565431200-1565442000@victas.uca.org.au
SUMMARY:Thriving Ministry Leadership: lessons from a duck\, an echidna and a tree (Tasmania - North)
DESCRIPTION:Andrew McDonough\, best known as the author and illustrator of the Lost Sheep books\, is coming to Tasmania! According to Andrew…“Jesus’ best command ever is ‘look at the birds’. It’s where to start if you’re following Jesus. Now\, if you’re in ministry leadership\, we recommend you pay attention to all of God’s creatures. If people drive you bonkers\, if you’re exhausted from helping everyone\, if your last sermon was described as ‘nice’ and if the phrase ‘fruitful ministry’ fills you with determination and despair then join the duck\, an echidna\, a caterpillar\, a tree\, Andrew McDonough and other new ministry friends in a workshop that will be fun and possibly of some value.”  \nFocused on those in ministry leadership\, such as ministers\, deacons\, pastors\, chaplains\, lay preachers\, church council members  and those with specific responsibility for children\, young people and families\, these sessions will be immensely inspiring\, encouraging and practical. Andrew will also highlight his latest book – Jesus was a refugee. Watch out for more information as it comes to hand or e-mail anthea.maynard@victas.uca.org.au. \n  \n\nCost: $10 \nDuration: 3 hours \nMorning Tea will be provided \n\nDownload the event flyer \nRegister online \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/thriving-ministry-leadership-lessons-from-a-duck-an-echidna-and-a-tree-tasmania-north/
LOCATION:Launceston North Uniting Church\, 128-132 George Town Road\, Newnham\, Tasmania\, 7248\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-41.3872965;147.1277978
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Launceston North Uniting Church 128-132 George Town Road Newnham Tasmania 7248 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=128-132 George Town Road:geo:147.1277978,-41.3872965
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190810T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190426T013001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015735Z
UID:10000188-1565431200-1565452800@victas.uca.org.au
SUMMARY:Reclaiming the Missional Heart of the Church with Rev Dr Samuel Wells
DESCRIPTION:At the heart of the Church lies a call to mission\, to engage with the world. Dr Wells affirms the world as part of the kingdom\, the sphere of\nthe Spirit’s work beyond the Church.With the introduction of the welfare state\, the Church retreated from social engagement and “by concentrating on personal faith and spirituality\, the churches denied themselves the lifeblood that social engagement had long given them” (For Good: The Church and the Future of Welfare). \nWhere: Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Cres\, Parkville \nCost: $80\, includes lunch\, morning and afternoon tea. \nSchool of Ministry with Rev Dr Samuel Wells\nSamuel Wells is a preacher\, writer and theologian. He has served as Church of England parish priest in England for over 20 years\, often in places of social disadvantage. Dr Wells spent seven years as Dean of Duke University Chapel in the US. He is currently priest at St Martin-in-the Fields\, London\, and visiting Professor of Christian Ethics at King’s College London. He has published 30 books\, including academic studies and textbooks in Christian ethics\, explorations of social mission\, liturgy and faith\, and four collections of sermons. \nHis most recent book is Incarnational Mission: Being with the World. \nDr Wells will help us to articulate a theological narrative about who we are as a missional church\, called to be with the world. \nThis will be a day of input from Dr Wells\, with a panel discussion and conversation about mission in your context. \nThe keynote address(es) will be recorded. \nRegister online \nDownload – Event flyer \nDownload – Aim and Schedule for the day
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/reclaiming-the-missional-heart-of-the-church-with-rev-dr-samuel-wells/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Leadership Development,Pilgrim Theological College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190811T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190811T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190613T030424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T020416Z
UID:10000192-1565523000-1565533800@victas.uca.org.au
SUMMARY:Thriving Ministry Leadership: lessons from a duck\, an echidna and a tree (Tasmania - South)
DESCRIPTION:Andrew McDonough\, best known as the author and illustrator of the Lost Sheep books\, is coming to Tasmania! According to Andrew…“Jesus’ best command ever is ‘look at the birds’. It’s where to start if you’re following Jesus. Now\, if you’re in ministry leadership\, we recommend you pay attention to all of God’s creatures. If people drive you bonkers\, if you’re exhausted from helping everyone\, if your last sermon was described as ‘nice’ and if the phrase ‘fruitful ministry’ fills you with determination and despair then join the duck\, an echidna\, a caterpillar\, a tree\, Andrew McDonough and other new ministry friends in a workshop that will be fun and possibly of some value.”  \nFocused on those in ministry leadership\, such as ministers\, deacons\, pastors\, chaplains\, lay preachers\, church council members  and those with specific responsibility for children\, young people and families\, these sessions will be immensely inspiring\, encouraging and practical. Andrew will also highlight his latest book – Jesus was a refugee. Watch out for more information as it comes to hand or e-mail anthea.maynard@victas.uca.org.au. \n  \n\nCost: $10 \nDuration: 3 hours \nBYO Lunch \n\nDownload the event flyer \nRegister online \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/thriving-ministry-leadership-lessons-from-a-duck-an-echidna-and-a-tree-tasmania-south/
LOCATION:Clarence Uniting Church\, Cambridge Road and York Street\, Bellerive\, Tasmania\, 7018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-42.8731803;147.369266
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Clarence Uniting Church Cambridge Road and York Street Bellerive Tasmania 7018 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Cambridge Road and York Street:geo:147.369266,-42.8731803
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190824T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190824T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190702T025220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T021103Z
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SUMMARY:Make it Messy!
DESCRIPTION:Messy Church Training Day\nMake it Messy! will assist those already engaged in Messy Church\, churches contemplating beginning a Messy Church and people genuinely curious about the Messy Church phenomenon take the next step in their Messy journey. \nJoin with others from churches across the state for a day of active engagement\, stimulating discussions\, encouraging stories and helpful electives that will empower your\nministry in your local context. \nAcross the day you will have the opportunity to connect with experienced Messy Church leaders and engage with… \n\nStarting a Messy Church\nPractical ideas for Messy Worship\nDeveloping Messy pathways for faith\nMessy Church and Intergenerationality\nDiscipleship in the Messy Church context\n\nCost: $30 (Register by Monday August 19 $25)\n$20/person if already part of a registered Messy Church. \nRegister and pay online: https://www.trybooking.com/BCWLV\nRegistrations appreciated: Monday August 19 \nDownload event flyer \n\n  \nMessy Church logo © The Bible Reading Fellowship 2019. See messychurch.org.uk
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/make-it-messy/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Leadership Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190827T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190704T020657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T021141Z
UID:10000196-1566900000-1567008000@victas.uca.org.au
SUMMARY:An Intercultural and Intergenerational Church
DESCRIPTION:The Uniting Church seeks to be an intercultural and intergenerational church\, with people of different cultures and ages\, being God’s people together.\nWhat does this look like in practice?\nWhat are the challenges and – more importantly – how do we work towards addressing them together? \n  \nPresenters\nRev Dr Apwee Ting\nApwee has extensive experience in intercultural ministry including 3 years as National Director of the Assembly’s Multicultural and Cross Cultural Unit. \nRev Charissa Suli\nCharissa is a second generation Tongan Minister of the Word with significant experience in mentoring youth and young adults. \n  \nTopics\n\nHow the Uniting Church is distinctive\nWhat we mean by multi\, cross and intercultural\nHow we understand intergenerational\n1st Gen\, 2nd Gen and Next Gen realities\, exploring identity\nCommunication\, conflict and choices\nCultural and generational intelligence\n\n  \n\nCost:\nEarly bird discount rate:\n$60/person (individual)\n$50/person (group of 3 or more) \nAfter July 31:  $70/person \nLunch\, morning and afternoon teas included \nRegister and pay online \nRegistrations appreciated by Friday 16 August \nDownload event flyer \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/an-intercultural-and-intergenerational-church/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Intercultural,Leadership Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190830T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190704T025321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T021141Z
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SUMMARY:An Intercultural and Intergenerational Church - Ararat
DESCRIPTION:The Uniting Church seeks to be an intercultural and intergenerational church\, with people of different cultures and ages\, being God’s people together.\nWhat does this look like in practice?\nWhat are the challenges and – more importantly – how do we work towards addressing them together? \n  \nPresenters\nRev Dr Apwee Ting\nApwee has extensive experience in intercultural ministry including 3 years as National Director of the Assembly’s Multicultural and Cross Cultural Unit. \nRev Charissa Suli\nCharissa is a second generation Tongan Minister of the Word with significant experience in mentoring youth and young adults. \n  \nTopics\n\nHow the Uniting Church is distinctive\nWhat we mean by multi\, cross and intercultural\nHow we understand intergenerational\n1st Gen\, 2nd Gen and Next Gen realities\, exploring identity\nCommunication\, conflict and choices\nCultural and generational intelligence\n\n  \n\nCost:\nEarly bird discount rate:\n$15/person (individual)\n$10/person (group of 3 or more) \nAfter July 31:  $20/person \nRegister and pay online \nRegistrations appreciated by Friday 16 August \nDownload event flyer \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/an-intercultural-and-intergenerational-church-ararat/
LOCATION:Ararat Uniting Church\, 55 Banfield St\, Ararat\, Victoria\, 3377\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Intercultural,Leadership Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.2791481;142.9198846
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ararat Uniting Church 55 Banfield St Ararat Victoria 3377 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=55 Banfield St:geo:142.9198846,-37.2791481
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190831T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190831T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190704T030302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T021141Z
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SUMMARY:An Intercultural and Intergenerational Church - Echuca
DESCRIPTION:The Uniting Church seeks to be an intercultural and intergenerational church\, with people of different cultures and ages\, being God’s people together.\nWhat does this look like in practice?\nWhat are the challenges and – more importantly – how do we work towards addressing them together? \n  \nPresenters\nRev Dr Apwee Ting\nApwee has extensive experience in intercultural ministry including 3 years as National Director of the Assembly’s Multicultural and Cross Cultural Unit. \nRev Charissa Suli\nCharissa is a second generation Tongan Minister of the Word with significant experience in mentoring youth and young adults. \n  \nTopics\n\nHow the Uniting Church is distinctive\nWhat we mean by multi\, cross and intercultural\nHow we understand intergenerational\n1st Gen\, 2nd Gen and Next Gen realities\, exploring identity\nCommunication\, conflict and choices\nCultural and generational intelligence\n\n  \n\nCost:\nEarly bird discount rate:\n$15/person (individual)\n$10/person (group of 3 or more) \nAfter July 31:  $20/person \nMorning and Afternoon Tea included \nRegister and pay online \nRegistrations appreciated by Friday 16 August \nDownload event flyer \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/an-intercultural-and-intergenerational-church-echuca/
LOCATION:Echuca Uniting Church\, 115-117 Hare St\, Echuca\, Victoria\, 3564\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Intercultural,Leadership Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose Broadstock":MAILTO:rbroadstock@icloud.com
GEO:-36.1287961;144.7494718
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Echuca Uniting Church 115-117 Hare St Echuca Victoria 3564 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115-117 Hare St:geo:144.7494718,-36.1287961
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190905T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190905T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
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/2019-09-05/
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
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Centre for Theology & Ministry 29 College Crescent Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=29 College Crescent:geo:144.9619031,-37.7922071
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190907T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190907T164500
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190617T060455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T020714Z
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SUMMARY:Justice & International Mission Conference 2019
DESCRIPTION:A Climate of Change: Tomorrow’s Moral Imperative Today\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUniting Church members have understood that preserving creation for future generations is an essential part of their faith. The Justice and International Mission Conference this year takes stock of where the Uniting Church can continue to make a difference on how Australia impacts on environmental issues\, including climate change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs the world discovers climate change as a moral prerogative that cannot be delayed\, younger generations are taking to the streets\, as we’ve seen with the school-strike movement\, to stand for what they believe in. With climate change becoming widely recognised as today’s moral imperative\, we become obliged to ask where we stand as individuals\, members of our community and global citizens? \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do we respond to the threats facing the natural environment as Christians?\nHow do we find hope in our faith to take what actions we can?\nHow do we empower our communities to face the threat of climate change?\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us and be part of the conversation to inform the future direction of the Uniting Church’s social justice mission as we unpack the urgency of climate change we are all facing. \nThis conference will examine a broad range of environmental concerns facing our planet\, including displacement of people as a result of climate change\, ecotheology\, electric vehicles\, illegal logging\, renewable energy\, ethical investments\, and Indigenous youth perspectives on climate change. \n\n\n\n\n\nCost: $40 for metropolitan participants\n$30 concession and non-metropolitan participants \n\n\n\n\n\nDownload brochure \nRegister online \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/jim-conference-2019/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Featured,Social Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190912T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190204T230500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015307Z
UID:10000169-1568293200-1568307600@victas.uca.org.au
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/2019-09-12/
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
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Centre for Theology & Ministry 29 College Crescent Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=29 College Crescent:geo:144.9619031,-37.7922071
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190915T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190915T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190730T052518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T021313Z
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SUMMARY:Launch of the Mental Health Kit for Congregations
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the launch of the Mental Health Kit for Congregations.\nTo be launched by Professor Allan Fels AO\, Former Chairman of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission\, now a Commissioner on the Victorian Royal Commission into Mental Health. \n  \n\nFor refreshment purposes\, RSVP Ann Byrne by 10 September at ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au or call 03 9340 8815. \nDownload event flyer \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/launch-mental-health-kit/
LOCATION:Brunswick Uniting Church\, 214 Sydney Road\, Brunswick\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Disability Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.772608;144.9613464
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brunswick Uniting Church 214 Sydney Road Brunswick Victoria Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=214 Sydney Road:geo:144.9613464,-37.772608
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190921T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190921T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190304T045337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T015406Z
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SUMMARY:Space for story: True Life Tales - Telling your own story
DESCRIPTION:Do you need some story nurture?\nWould you like to dedicate some undistracted time to dwelling\, soaking and basking in story? \nWell-crafted words can speak to the soul and call forth new awareness. Join us on a Storytelling Retreat. \n\n2019 Storytelling Retreats across the year:\nFour Saturdays\n20 July\, 21 September\, 19 October\, 23 November. Enrol in the full series\, or any single day(s). \nTimes:\n9.30am-3.30pm \nThree beautiful venues:\nRiddells Creek\, Phillip Island\, Parkville. Led by teachers\, alumni and friends of Art of Story. \n\nFormat:\nStorytelling\, artmaking\, journaling\, walking\, stillness and silence. An undistracted space will be hosted and held for you. Feel welcomed\, relaxed\, nourished. \n\nHow the day unfolds:\nThe first hour will hold a morning telling led by skilled storytellers\, followed by the opportunity to bring the stories and your own experience into your inner conversation as you choose – go for a solo walk\, write and use art materials. For the final hour we re-gather and are free to share some of the gifts of the day should we choose. Delicious treats\, teas and coffee will be provided. Simple artmaking materials are included in the price. \nBYO packed lunch to eat in the venue or have as a solo picnic on\nyour walk. \n\nWhat to bring/wear:\n\nLoose\, comfortable clothing\nWalking shoes\nJournal and pens\nBYO packed lunch\n\n\nRegistration:\nEarly bird package discounts – pay before 21 Feb and receive a complimentary ticket to Pádraig Ó Tuama’s seminar “Theology as Story: Believing in the Truth of People” on 9 May. \nEarly Bird payments are non-refundable \n\nBook all four Space for Story Retreat days for $300 per person (fully waged)\nor $500 for two people – bring a buddy.\n\nIndividual days\nThese can be booked as follows: \n\n$85 per person per Saturday\, waged ($340 for all four)\n$65 part-waged\, (part time students and Seniors Card pay part-waged rate) ($260 for all four)\n$45 full-time students or pension concession card holders ($180 for all four)\n\nRegister online at: https://www.trybooking.com/BBRPR \n\nInformation:\nBYO packed lunch for the day retreats in Riddells Creek and Parkville. We will supply teas and coffee and generous snacks. You may like to find overnight accommodation to extend the spaciousness of these retreats. See suggestions on the registration website. \nLunch will be provided for Playfulness and Story in Cowes. We will head out for dinner after the workshop at your own cost. Staying at Phillip Island is recommended. You may organise your own accommodation or check the options listed on the registration website. \nHosted by:\nJulie Perrin\, Fiona Bottcher\, Katherine Jones\, Jess Holt\, Annette Buckley\, Christina Rowntree and Ian Turnnidge. \nNote these dates too:\nOn 9-10 May we will be hosting Irish poet and storyteller Pádraig Ó Tuama at the Centre for Theology and Ministry\, College Cres\, Parkville. \nSave these dates and go to: https://www.trybooking.com/BBOWW \nDownload the event flyer
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/space-for-story-true-life-tales-telling-your-own-story/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Theology and the Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.7922071;144.9619031
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Centre for Theology & Ministry 29 College Crescent Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=29 College Crescent:geo:144.9619031,-37.7922071
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191007T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T084424
CREATED:20190730T013726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T021311Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Transitional Ministry – Part 2: The Work of the Congregation
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Transitional Ministry\nThe Work of the Congregation (FTM-C) offers you the opportunity to build on your own experience as you develop expertise in the specialised ministry of the Transitional Minister. \nFTM-C is the second part of FTM training. FTM-C builds on the work begun in the first class\, Fundamentals of Transitional Ministry: The Work of the Leader (FTM-L). You need to have completed FTM –L in order to enrol in FTM-C. \nThis is a five-day program designed to provide information and experiences that will be helpful to people who\nplan to function in a congregational leadership role especially during a time of clerical transition or other major transition time. \nAs the role of an Intentional Interim Minister (IIM) is extremely demanding\, to enter this specialist program recommendations from presbytery or synod staff\, or appropriate committee chairpersons are essential (see relevant application form and referee’s report on back of this page. \nExperience of at least two ministry placements is essential. This is a demanding one-week full-time program. The five-day program is followed by a supervised project. \nYou can enrol in this course and not participate in the assessment/fieldwork\, given the content is useful for anyone in ministry. \nHowever\, to be an accredited IIM you need to complete the more formal application process\, assessment and fieldwork. \nThe course emphasises the work of the congregation. The fundamental tasks of the congregation\, framed as Focus Points\, are to successfully navigate the transition period: \n► HERITAGE\nReviewing how the congregation has been shaped and formed. \n► LEADERSHIP\nReviewing the member needs and its ways of organising and developing new and effective leadership. \n► MISSION\nDefining and redefining sense of purpose and direction. \n► CONNECTIONS\nDiscovering all the relationships a faith community builds outside of itself. \n► FUTURE\nDeveloping congregational and pastoral profiles. \nPhase 2 Fieldwork\nThis gives you the opportunity to use the skills and principles acquired in FTM-L and FTM-C in their own ministry settings. Fieldwork is supervised by a member of our training team or a trained and experienced IIM practitioner in your own Synod. The whole package of FTM-L\, FTM-C and Fieldwork may be taken for academic credit as an independent study unit in ministry or leadership at certain theological colleges. A possible avenue for assistance with costs is the Continuing Education Grant for ministers in placement \nClick here for Grants and Scholarships – Application \n\n\nApplication Forms\nIf\, at the conclusion of FTM-C\, you are seeking the Interim Ministry Network qualification for accreditation as an IIM\, please fill in the following application forms through these links: \nClick here for the FTM-C Application Form \nClick here for the FTM-C Referee’s Report \nWhen competed\, please email both forms (marked “confidential”) to the course lead trainer:\nParramatta Nepean Presbytery\nPresbytery Ministry Leader\nRev. Dr Robert McFarlane\nrob@pnpuca.org.au \n\n  \nCOST: $500 for metro\, $400 for non-metro. Includes lunches\, morning and afternoon tea \nREGISTER ONLINE: www.trybooking.com/BEHED \nDOWNLOAD: Flyer with all the details \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/fundamentals-of-transitional-ministry-part-2-the-work-of-the-congregation/
LOCATION:Altona Uniting Church\, 7 Seves St\, Altona\, Victoria\, 3018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Featured,Leadership Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Byrne":MAILTO:ann.byrne@victas.uca.org.au
GEO:-37.869816;144.836528
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