Young Leader training opportunity 8th-10th July

There’s a fantastic opportunity for two young leaders in our diocese to get a whole weekend of leadership training and experience at Oxford Diocese’s Yellow Braces residential (originally named as an event for those too young to attend Greenbelt!).

Young Leaders are given training in leadership and youthwork separate from the residents and then, as part of the leadership, work alongside an incredibly experienced group of youth leaders in creating a Christian community of over 50 teenagers from across the diocese over one weekend.

Do you have any young leaders aged 16-18 who would benefit from some training and mentoring in their youth leadership?

I worked with the young leaders’ training programme at Yellow Braces last year and saw how much the young leaders grew through the experience so asked if I could bring some young leaders with me this year to benefit from the fabulous scheme. If you have someone in your group who could really do with some wider experience, get in touch with me as soon as possible.

Call Waiting Conference

There is a special conference for those aged 16-19 who are considering going into ministry.

Take a look at their website or download the application form.

It costs just £50 and bursaries are available towards that too.

If you're a little outside that 16-19 age bracket they also run another conference for you! Details on the same page.

The Christian Apprentice

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

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