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Every
year, the Ministry Division at the Church of England
organises a weekend Vocations Conference for men and
women who want to explore the idea of ordained
ministry.
NEW for 2009 is also a
conference for young people aged 16-19. You are
welcome to attend either or both of these events.
| THE 2009 CALL WAITING…
CONFERENCE |
THE 2009 VOCATIONS CONFERENCE |
Our own conference just for
young people, aged 16-19, who would
like to explore the idea of being ordained
into the Church of England.
WHERE?
Westcott House, Cambridge (a college which trains people for
ministry)
WHEN?
Friday to Sunday, 17 to 19
April 2009 (the weekend after Easter)
HOW
MUCH?
£50 all-in. Bursaries are available on
request; please
email us.
WHAT? Getting
to know young ordinands (student vicars),
lots of activities, interesting and
inspirational speakers, worship,
information, exploration, fellowship and
fun!
APPLY: If you’d like to come along,
please print, complete and return the
application form. If you have any questions,
please email us. |
A general conference for
anyone of any age who would like to
explore the idea of being ordained into the
Church of England. If you can't make the
CALL WAITING... Conference, why not come to
this one?
WHERE? Whirlow Grange,
Sheffield
WHEN? Friday Nov 6 at 18:00
to Sunday Nov 8 at 14:00
WHAT? Among other topics, a
range of speakers will talk about the
spirituality of vocation; the 'being' and
the 'doing' of a priest'; the
criteria for selection; and what happens at
a Bishops' Advisory Panel. There will also
be an opportunity for a visit to a parish to
look at different models of ministry and
mission.
HOW MUCH? The full price
for the weekend is £155. (Concessions are
available, so please
email us.)
APPLY: Complete an
application
form and mail it to:
The Revd Jules Cave Bergquist
National Vocations Officer
Ministry Division
Church House
Great Smith Street
London SW1P 3AZ
Tel: 0207 898 1395
email:
jules.cavebergquist@c-of-e.org.uk |
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Vocations events are held regularly by all sorts of Christian organisations,
including theological colleges & religious orders.
 Once you've completed your initial training, what sort of jobs
might be open to you?
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Meet some ordinands who’ve been selected for training...
is a great way to explore your calling. Check out our list of
recommended reading, or ask around. |
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