Safeguarding Online Training via Zoom 
Further training opportunities to ensure you are up to date. Please sign up with Nicola either to option 1 or option 2.
Monday 16th May - 2.30pm
Monday 23rd May - 2.30pm
Tuesday 17th May - 7.30pm + Tuesday 24th May - 7.30pm
The courses wll be delivered via Zoom with Nicola.
I have divided the course into two modules, to complete the course you will need to attend both parts one and two. Please contact
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to Register and book a place. If you would prefer to atend a course delivered in person, please contact Nicola.
Talking about Chaplaincy
Are you a chaplain? Have you considered chaplaincy as part of God’s call on your life? There are many kinds of chaplains, some are paid roles, many others are voluntary. In our Synod we have chaplains in hospitals, hospices, prisons, schools, markets, Councils, the Territorial Army… where are you serving, or would you like to serve? Come and share your experiences, make contact with others and pick up some tips. Register with
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Thursday 31st March 7.30pm, online
Worship Days Saturdays, 10am - 4pm
Leading worship in your church? On your own or as part of a team? Do you lack confidence, or are you looking for fresh ideas? Join the Moderator, Nicola and Lindsey for one of three in-person days to inspire you and give you practical help. Refreshments provided; bring a packed lunch. Register with
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and let us know if you can / need help with transport.
21st May – North Avenue Christian Centre, Chelmsford
10th September – Emmanuel, Bungay
26th November – Whiting Street, Bury St Edmunds
Health, Healing and Spirituality - 3rd Thursdays 7.30pm
Synod’s sessions exploring our spirituality and our health and wellbeing continue through the Spring. With advocates Geoff Wright and Jo Patel. If you are a regular attendee you will be sent the link automatically. If you want to join the fellowship of these deeply reflective and enriching sessions please register with
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Thursday 21st April
Elders Training Online - Mondays 7.30pm
For serving Elders, Stewards, Deacons, trustees, Ministers, and all those in Church Leadership teams.
Recently elected, re-elected, or long-serving and feeling a bit weary? Join us for an overview of the different aspects of church leadership. Recommended for whole teams, as well as individuals. Sign up with
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9th May - An Overview
13th June - Mission
11th July - Worship
12th September - Spirituality
10th October - Pastoral
14th November - The Secretary
Lay Preachers’ days - In-person
Save the dates! Are you an Assembly Accredited or Synod Recognised Lay Preacher? Are you a Worship Leader in your church? Come for a day of reflection and resourcing, with the Moderator, the Lay Preachers’ Advocate Faith Paulding, Lindsey and Nicola, plus expert speakers. Further details tba.
Saturday 14th May 10am – 4pm - Saturday 19th Nov. 10am – 4pm
Faith in Action Day - Saturday 17th September, Ipswich Road URC, Norwich
A day of worship and workshops, with a focus on how we can put our faith into action and come alongside those on the margins. For more information, please contact Synod’s Faith in Action convenor Robert Ogden, or
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