REGIONAL NETWORKING MEETINGS
Wednesday July 16, 7:30 to 9:30pm at the Romiley Life Centre, 1-5 Stockport Road, Romiley, SK6 4BN - just off Junction 25 of the M60. Hosted by Susie Mapledoram, Schools-based youth officer for the Diocese of Blackburn, and Lydia Corbett, youth pastor of St Chad's Church in Romiley. A chance to meet other female youth workers, to network, share stories and make connections. Please sign up to let us know you're coming. For more information, get in touch with Susie Mapledoram susiemapledoram@yahoo.co.uk
BOURNEMOUTH RETREAT DAY
A time of focus, vision and encouragement for women in leadership.
Saturday 13 September
10am to 4pm
At Moorlands College, Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 7ET
£10 for members and £15 for non-members, both to include lunch.
To book your place, please send a cheque made payable to The Sophia Network, to Sharon Prior, 6 Avon Gardens, Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 8HA along with your name, address, phone number, email and any dietary requirements. If you have any questions, please email sharonprior1@btinternet.com.
Directions to Moorlands are here: www.moorlands.ac.uk/location_directions.htm
Monday 27 – Wednesday 29 October 2008
Venue: The Shepherd’s Buildings, Pattingham, near Wolverhampton.
For girls aged 14 and over who want to develop their leadership skills.
You’ll take part in creative activities that increase your experience of leadership and teamwork. You’ll get individual feedback for effective leadership development.
The course will cover:
• the Bible on leadership
• the importance of character in effective leadership
• how you can be a good leader
• what your strengths and weaknesses are
• how to handle conflict situations
• how you relate to others on your team
Cost: £60 per person to include accommodation in dormitories, food and all training.
Leaders: come with your girls to get the most out of the event, but girls can also attend on their own.
For more details and a booking form, contact Sharon Prior 01425 674112; sharonprior1@btinternet.com
An initiative of The Sophia Network
run under the banner of Urban Saints
LEADING YOUNG PEOPLE INTO THE PRESENCE OF GOD
A one-day training conference on contemplative spirituality for youth and children's leaders seeking renewed spiritual direction for themselves and their groups. Organised by Urban Saints and led by Jenny Baker. Full details on the Energize website, including how to book.Next few dates:
- Bristol - 20 September
- Durham - 4 October
- Guildford - 18 October
- Lymm - 8 November
- Bury St Edmunds - 15 November
If you would like to put details of your events on this site, please send us a message with further details.
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