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SUMMARY:Preparing a Missional Budget
DESCRIPTION:A good budget is about more than just balancing the books. Of course\, it is important to plan and allocate your finances properly\, but your budget is more important than the numbers on their own. Careful and prayerful preparation of a church budget will help you to capture the mission of your church and the resources you need to make it happen and unlock the financial resources that will make that mission possible. Chris Ottershaw\, Parish Resources Officer\, will take us through a step-by-step approach\, looking at how both to create a missional budget and how to use it during the financial year. \n\n\n\nTo book your place please click here \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/preparing-a-missional-budget/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T111500
DTSTAMP:20260928T154555Z
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SUMMARY:Martyn’s Law – A practical walk through the Terrorism Act
DESCRIPTION:Martyn’s Law – A practical walk through the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 \n\n\n\nThe Church of England and Community Security Trust (CST) are offering briefing webinars on Martyn’s Law\, with an emphasis on Standard Duty Premises. Martyn’s Law requires premises to be prepared for attacks\, ready to respond\, able to mitigate impact and reduce physical harm. Larger premises and events must also take steps to reduce vulnerability to attacks. It establishes who is responsible for considering risk and how to prepare. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nWe discuss what you will need to do to comply with Martyn’s Law – looking at which premises/events are ‘in-scope’ and the requirements for Standard and Enhanced Duty Premises\, and for Qualifying Events. We also look at the regulator’s responsibilities and enforcement. Finally\, we discuss some practical examples and suggestions. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThe Community Security Trust (CST) is a charity that protects British Jews from antisemitism and related threats. Our SAFE programme shares the CST’s security knowledge with vulnerable groups outside the Jewish community\, through its free programme of talks and webinars (minimum age 18). \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nTo register please click here
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/martyns-law-a-practical-walk-through-the-terrorism-act/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T133000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154555Z
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SUMMARY:Funding Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in to seek advice from the church buildings team on funding for your building projects\, including making applications to any of the following: \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n	The Places of Worship Renewal Fund (government funding)\n	Minor Repairs & Improvements Fund (diocese funding)\n	Net Zero Quick Wins Fund (diocese funding)\n	Parish Accessibility Fund (national church funding)\n\n\n\n\nTo book your place please click here
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/funding-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154548Z
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SUMMARY:Leading people in prayer
DESCRIPTION:Are you sometimes asked to lead the prayers in your church services? Or perhaps you have been asked and said no\, because you weren’t sure how to do it? Or have you been doing it for some time\, and would like to think about how you do it?\n\n\n\nThis workshop is intended first for those who are just starting or just considering leading prayers in their church. However\, it will also be of value to those who have been doing it for some time\, as we can all benefit from stepping back and reflecting on what we do. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will cover moving from reading prayers that are part of the authorised Common Worship provision\, through adapting them for particular occasions\, to writing your own from scratch. It will conclude with some ideas for more creative ways of developing them beyond words\, and for all-age congregations. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be led for the Malvern and Upton Deanery by Canon Doug Chaplin\, Discipleship and Lay Training Officer\, who is also the author of a short book on the subject\, Leading Common Worship Intercessions: A Simple Guide. (Church House Publishing\, 2009).  The event is being opened up to other Deaneries to ensure we have a good number attending for this workshop \n\n\n\nVenue: St James Church\, Upton Road\, Callow End \n\n\n\nPlease book via oldhillsmalvern@gmail.com
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/leading-people-in-prayer/
LOCATION:Callow End\, St James\, Upton Road\, Worcester\, Worcestershire\, WR2 4TE
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260928T154625Z
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SUMMARY:Ride & Stride 2026
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, people across the country take part in Ride & Stride to raise money for their local church and Historic Churches Trust. Most people cycle – but you can also walk\, horse ride or even drive – to as many churches as they can during the day\, and raise money through sponsorship. It’s a fun way to get out in our beautiful countryside\, see more of our wonderful historic churches and support a church of your choice. This year’s event takes place on Saturday 12th September. It doesn’t matter what age or ability you are – everyone is invited to participate and if the weather’s bad or you’re busy on 12th you can even move your cycle\, walk\, ride or drive to a different day. Individuals and groups are equally welcome. It’s really easy to take part – just download a sponsorship form from www.ridestrideworcs.org for more information. We are also thankful to churches which sign up as open to welcome participants on the day. You can do so at the same website.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/ride-stride-2026/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T155833Z
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SUMMARY:Keith Hearnshaw\, acclaimed Concert Organist at St Andrew's Ombersley
DESCRIPTION:The St Andrew’s Association Presents: – An Afternoon Concert by Keith Hearnshaw\, nationally renowned concert organist\, who employs Big Screen Projection to show\, close up\, his flying fingers and fancy footwork so that the audience can fully appreciate the wonder of the king of instruments! His performances are majestic\, humorous\, soulful\, intriguing and fun in equal measure! The price of the Concert – £10 – includes afternoon Tea and Cakes! To book in advance (helpful for catering purposes) email Fiona fmdavies83@gmail.com Or pay on the door
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/keith-hearnshaw-acclaimed-concert-organist-at-st-andrews-ombersley/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T133000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154551Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Learning - How the Old Testament came together
DESCRIPTION:There is a complicated history behind the collection of books we call the Bible. Because we usually experience it as a single book between two covers\, we don’t often think about its complexity. But the history is fascinating\, and getting to understand that history can enrich our understanding of the scriptures we read. In this first session of the series\, Doug Chaplin will lead us in thinking about how the Old Testament came together. \n\n\n\nChristians don’t agree on how many books there are in the Old Testament. Jews and Protestants have the same books\, but arrange and count them differently – and for Jews\, of course\, these books are the entire Bible\, not the Old Testament. Catholics and Protestants have the same arrangement of books\, but Roman Catholics have some additional books which Anglicans put in a separate section called the Apocrypha. And if you’re an Ethiopian Orthodox Christian\, you have more books in both your Old and New Testaments than anyone else in the world. \n\n\n\nCome along and explore the history of how the Old Testament section of the biblical library was put together. \n\n\n\nDoug Chaplin is the Discipleship and Lay Training Officer for the Diocese. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nTo book your place please click here
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/lunchtime-learning-how-the-old-testament-came-together/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T160933Z
CREATED:20260928T154626Z
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SUMMARY:Prayer Evening: Praying through Change
DESCRIPTION:A Prayer Evening run by Worcester Deanery – open to all. \n\n\nVenue: St Martin’s Church\, Holt. WR6 6NJ (what3words///spelled.joggers.resettle) Field car park just past the church on the left \n\n\n\nChange touches all our lives\, our churches\, our communities. Some change involves loss; some creates burdens; some opens new possibilities. This evening provides space to bring all of that into prayer. \n\n\n\nFollowing a short introduction and worship\, participants are then free to explore six prayer points around St Martin’s Church. \n\n\n\nSt Martin’s Church is a Grade I listed gem nestling in the Worcestershire countryside\, a peaceful setting for our prayer evening. Refreshments and a space to chat will also be available. \n\n\n\nThe evening has been planned by the Leadership team for Worcester Deanery For further information contact: worcesterdeanery.laychair@gmail.com
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/prayer-evening-praying-through-change/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154544Z
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SUMMARY:Grow your church website
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to improve your church website so more people can find and engage with your content online. \n\n\n\nThis session will cover website best practices\, writing effective web content\, improving SEO (Search Engine Optimisation)\, and preparing your content for AI-powered search tools and assistants (AEO). \n\n\n\nPerfect for churches wanting to strengthen their digital presence and reach their community more effectively. \n\n\n\n\nThis training is being run by external agency Nexus in association with the diocesan communications team. It will be held online via Zoom. \n\n\n\nContact annika@nexuscl.com for more information and to book.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/grow-your-church-website/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154548Z
CREATED:20260928T154548Z
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SUMMARY:Finances for Church Council Members
DESCRIPTION:A chance for members of the Church Council\, who are not involved with the finances\, to find out what they need to know about their church finances to ensure your trustee duties are fulfilled and help better plan for mission and ministry. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will be looking at what your responsibilities are with the finances as a Church Council member. We will look at how to read accounts and interpret what they mean\, why budgeting is important and how to do it\, the different kinds of funds a PCC can hold\, and look briefly at how we integrate this into our faith. \n\n\n\nTo book your place please click here
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/finances-for-church-council-members/
LOCATION:Worcester\, Diocesan Office\, 16 Lowesmoor Wharf\, Lowesmoor\, Worcester\, Worcestershire\, WR1 2RS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T155833Z
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SUMMARY:Worcester Theological Society: Does Faith require Reason?
DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Worcester Theological Society will explore Does Faith require Reason? with theological educator\, Canon Roger Spiller.\n\n\n\nSt Andrew’s Methodist Church\, Pump Street\, Worcester\, WR1 2QT.  \n\n\n\n1.45pm for a 2pm start \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join this informal group of laity and clergy who enjoy exploring theology together.  \n\n\n\nFor more details contact Chris Liley on 01386 561608 or lileyc@aol.com \n\n\n\nDownload flyer \n\n\n\nFuture Date: \n\n\n\n\n	15th October: “Money – where it comes from\, where its going and why its all about faith?” Dr John Daniels
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/worcester-theological-society-does-faith-require-reason/
LOCATION:Worcester\, St Andrew’s Methodist Church\, Pump Street\, Worcester\, Worcestershire\, WR1 2QT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154558Z
CREATED:20260928T154558Z
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SUMMARY:DBE: Overview of SIAMS
DESCRIPTION:This course is particularly suitable for governors\, school leaders and clergy. \n\n\n\nThe session provides delegates with an overview of the SIAMS Framework for Inspection. It outlines the importance for each school in determining a distinctive Christian vision and gives a summary of the 7 questions which make up the Framework. \n\n\n\nTo book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/4p1bywUCHG
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-overview-of-siams-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154627Z
CREATED:20260928T154627Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Exhibition 'Patchwork Stories'
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition helping to illustrate the stories collected from local residents and organisations connecting them to the community and to the wider world. The stories join together like a patchwork quilt linking the people to each other and to the past\, the present and the future of Hanley Castle.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days-exhibition-patchwork-stories/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154625Z
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SUMMARY:Powick: Where England's troubles began and were happily ended
DESCRIPTION:This September sees the 375th anniversary of the Battle of Worcester and there are many events taking place to celebrate the event around the City.\nPowick village played a significant role in this pivotal event of the English Civil War: it was the site of the first skirmish in September 1642 at the  Battle of Powick Bridge then\, 9 years later\,  the village saw the start of the final battle on 3rd September 1651 when Oliver Cromwell’s Parliamentarian army marched up from Upton to St Peter’s Church and beyond\,  to invade Worcester itself\,  and defeat  Charles II. \n\nAs part of Powick Church’s programme of community and fund raising events\, Howard Robinson is giving  a talk on Friday 18th September in the Church\, starting at 7pm\, to tell more about the Battle of Worcester in general and the involvement of Powick in particular. \n\nHoward is a local authority on the Civil War and a direct descendent of Oliver Cromwell.\n\nThe talk is part of the Powick Church Unlocked project\, looking at how the church can better serve the community\, while raising funds for urgent repairs to this “at risk” Grade 1 listed building .\n\nEntry to the event is free but donations are welcomed towards the Unlocked project.  Refreshments will be available and all are very welcome.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/powick-where-englands-troubles-began-and-were-happily-ended/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154628Z
CREATED:20260928T154628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154628Z
UID:8916-1789815600-1789837200@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Exhibition 'Patchwork Stories'
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition helping to illustrate the stories collected from local residents and organisations connecting them to the community and to the wider world. The stories join together like a patchwork quilt linking the people to each other and to the past\, the present and the future of Hanley Castle.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days-exhibition-patchwork-stories-2/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154628Z
CREATED:20260928T154628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154628Z
UID:8917-1789902000-1789923600@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Exhibition 'Patchwork Stories'
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition helping to illustrate the stories collected from local residents and organisations connecting them to the community and to the wider world. The stories join together like a patchwork quilt linking the people to each other and to the past\, the present and the future of Hanley Castle.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days-exhibition-patchwork-stories-3/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154535Z
CREATED:20260928T154535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154535Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Art Journaling with Jenna Burne (Beginners)
DESCRIPTION:Are you frustrated that you can’t prioritise time for personal prayer and worship? Whilst perhaps at the same time feeling guilty about doing other things\, such as arts and crafts?  Let me show you how to harness the power of your creative playfulness to deepen your relationship with God.\n\nMy name is Jenna Burne and I use mixed media art journaling as a form of prayer\, praise and prophetic expression. This type of art is messy\, fun\, spontaneous and accessible to all ages and abilities -no need to be able to draw or even hold a paintbrush! I will be there to coach\, guide and encourage all day.\n\nBy the end of the course you will have:\n\n–       an introduction to mixed media art journaling including different ways of applying paint\, ink and other colourful supplies\, collage\, written journaling and borrowed words.\n\n–       learnt how to express yourself to God through art\n\n–       learnt how to listen to what God may be saying to you\n\n–       learnt to start to trust the Holy spirit to guide your art making\n\n–       rediscover a childlike approach to art and faith full of curiosity and freedom\n\n–       a toolkit for devotional art journaling so that you can continue in your own time   \n\nFind out more at www.jennaburne.com\n\nAll art materials including your own journal are included. Please bring an apron. This course is for a full day of practical teaching in a small group and runs 10-4pm and includes a two course lunch and refreshments\n\nPlease note that Holland House does not provide a choice menu at meal times and it is therefore very important that you note any food types that you are unable to eat due to an allergy or you can advise of a dietary preference of vegetarian\, pescatarian\, dairy free\, gluten free or vegan.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/introduction-to-art-journaling-with-jenna-burne-beginners-2/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154559Z
CREATED:20260928T154559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154559Z
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SUMMARY:DBE: SIAMS Framework Day 1 - Vision and Leadership
DESCRIPTION:This course focuses on inspection question 1\, Vision and Leadership\, helping schools to interpret the requirement of adopting a vision rooted in theology. \n\n\n\nQuestions 2\,4 and 5 will also be explored in detail\, as well as systems for self-evaluation. \n\n\n\nThis course is run in conjunction with SIAMS Framework Day 2: The Impact of Collective Worship and SIAMS Framework Day 3 The Effectiveness of Religious Education. \n\n\n\nSuitable for Clergy and Governors. \n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/7bmriDW56A
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-siams-framework-day-1-vision-and-leadership-2/
LOCATION:Worcester\, Diocesan Office\, 16 Lowesmoor Wharf\, Lowesmoor\, Worcester\, Worcestershire\, WR1 2RS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T155833Z
CREATED:20260928T154625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T155833Z
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SUMMARY:Tewkesbury Abbey Theology Forum
DESCRIPTION:Rebecca is Canon Chancellor and Director of Learning and Participation at Gloucester Cathedral. She has a lifelong passion for music and holds a doctorate in historical musicology\, awarded by King’s College London for a thesis on theological approaches to the music of JS Bach. She says “Drawing on musicological study and experience as a priest I will argue that we can and must go beyond metaphor and analogy into a way of understanding music’s power as invitation into a drama\, one which opens up to us the mystery of God’s love. She is uniquely qualified to talk to us about Music and Theology. This really should be a fascinating talk and I do hope you will be able to make it. Drinks and nibbles from 7:00 pm.
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/tewkesbury-abbey-theology-forum-3/
LOCATION:Worcestershire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T183000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154603Z
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SUMMARY:DBE: Overview of Governance in a Church School - Maintained
DESCRIPTION:This course is mandatory for all foundation governor roles where you are new or have been reappointed to a church school board. It is also encouraged for those who wish to refresh their knowledge and understanding. \n\n\n\nNew for this year: separate sessions will be offered for foundation governors in maintained schools\, foundation directors on academy trust boards\, and foundation governors serving at local school board level within an academy trust. \n\n\n\nThis training session will address the following key areas: \n\n\n\n\n	statutory responsibilities and core function of governance – links to key documents\n	a history of church schools and how context is key\n	Church of England and national developments in education\n	structure of governing boards- your role as a governor and how it fits in\n	particular responsibilities of a foundation governor\n	SIAMS church school inspection: increase your understanding and discover how to strengthen\n	your role in this process.\n\n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/EKNKjr5zwB
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-overview-of-governance-in-a-church-school-maintained/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154603Z
CREATED:20260928T154603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154603Z
UID:8838-1790182800-1790191800@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:DBE: Effective Monitoring of the School Development Plan
DESCRIPTION:This session is aimed at school leaders and governors. We will share how the school development plan is monitored by governors\, looking at evidence and impact of the agreed school improvement foci. Please bring your school’s development plan and specific SIAMS development plan if a separate document. \n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/J3KbDULiRr
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-effective-monitoring-of-the-school-development-plan-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260928T155833Z
CREATED:20260928T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T155833Z
UID:8914-1790242200-1790258400@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:Green Investment Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:The transition to a low-carbon economy represents the greatest investment opportunity of our generation. It is also a moral imperative\, and churches and faith institutions are in a unique position to demonstrate leadership in stewarding their assets in a way that honours God’s creation. \n\n\n\nToday’s event will explore how to move money into solutions that tackle the climate and nature crisis\, from renewables\, low-carbon technology to nature-based solutions. These all represent investments that don’t just offer a healthy financial return\, but have a real-economy climate impact. \n\n\n\nThe day includes: – Hearing from inspiring leaders in Worcester Diocese\, Community Energy Birmingham\, A Rocha\, JustMoney Movement and Operation Noah – Gaining actionable steps for ensuring church money and investments are working for God’s creation. – Learning from Hope for the Future on how to use churches’ voices to influence local authority investments. – Connecting with like-minded Christian decision-makers and organisations that can encourage green investment. \n\n\n\nFind out more and book your free ticket
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/green-investment-roadshow/
LOCATION:Worcester Cathedral\, College Yard\, Worcester\, Worcestershire\, WR1 2LA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T153000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154603Z
CREATED:20260928T154603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154603Z
UID:8836-1790326800-1790350200@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:DBE: Newly Appointed Headteachers Welcome & Induction Day 1
DESCRIPTION:This two-day course welcomes new headteachers into our family of church schools and provides opportunities for personal and professional networking\, whilst covering the following topics over the three days: \n\n\n\n\n	the history of church schools\n	church schools in The Diocese of Worcester\n	categories of a church school\n	overview of being a church school from a SIAMS perspective\n	the Diocesan Education Team and services provided\n	the SLA and signposting to essential courses\n	the role of the Diocesan Board of Education\n	new headteacher mentoring\n	leadership: forming and sharing the school vision\n	vision into values: making your church school distinctive\n	understanding relationships of key partnerships\n	governance of church schools including being an Ex-officio\n	sustainability of church schools\n	church school land and buildings\n	sustainable school structures\n	compliance.\n\n\n\n\nWe conclude day two with a Commissioning Service\, welcoming headteachers to our church school family.  \n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/pRGFvGxBnR
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-newly-appointed-headteachers-welcome-induction-day-1/
LOCATION:Worcester\, Diocesan Office\, 16 Lowesmoor Wharf\, Lowesmoor\, Worcester\, Worcestershire\, WR1 2RS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T143000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154601Z
CREATED:20260928T154601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154601Z
UID:8827-1790602200-1790605800@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:DBE: Headteachers’ Briefings
DESCRIPTION:Attendance each term is strongly encouraged as the team will share essential updates and other significant information; please note\, delegates need only attend one briefing per term. We will share updates on the following: \n\n\n\n\n	SIAMS\n	Ofsted\n	Governance\n	DfE/National Society for Education\n	Data\, attainment and progress\n	Policy and practice\n\n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/KKfTfTMHfy \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-headteachers-briefings/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154601Z
CREATED:20260928T154601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154601Z
UID:8828-1790676000-1790679600@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:DBE: Headteachers’ Briefings
DESCRIPTION:Attendance each term is strongly encouraged as the team will share essential updates and other significant information; please note\, delegates need only attend one briefing per term. We will share updates on the following: \n\n\n\n\n	SIAMS\n	Ofsted\n	Governance\n	DfE/National Society for Education\n	Data\, attainment and progress\n	Policy and practice\n\n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/KKfTfTMHfy
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-headteachers-briefings-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154548Z
CREATED:20260928T154548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154548Z
UID:8777-1790708400-1790715600@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:Finances for Church Council Members
DESCRIPTION:A chance for members of the Church Council\, who are not involved with the finances\, to find out what they need to know about their church finances to ensure your trustee duties are fulfilled and help better plan for mission and ministry. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will be looking at what your responsibilities are with the finances as a Church Council member. We will look at how to read accounts and interpret what they mean\, why budgeting is important and how to do it\, the different kinds of funds a PCC can hold\, and look briefly at how we integrate this into our faith. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nTo book your place please click here
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/finances-for-church-council-members-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T183000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154603Z
CREATED:20260928T154603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154603Z
UID:8841-1790787600-1790793000@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:DBE: Overview of Governance in a Church School - Trustees
DESCRIPTION:This course is mandatory for all foundation governor roles where you are new or have been reappointed to a church school board. It is also encouraged for those who wish to refresh their knowledge and understanding. \n\n\n\nNew for this year: separate sessions will be offered for foundation governors in maintained schools\, foundation directors on academy trust boards\, and foundation governors serving at local school board level within an academy trust. \n\n\n\nThis training session will address the following key areas: \n\n\n\n\n	statutory responsibilities and core function of governance – links to key documents\n	a history of church schools and how context is key\n	Church of England and national developments in education\n	structure of governing boards- your role as a governor and how it fits in\n	particular responsibilities of a foundation governor\n	SIAMS church school inspection: increase your understanding and discover how to strengthen\n	your role in this process.\n\n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/EKNKjr5zwB
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-overview-of-governance-in-a-church-school-trustees/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154603Z
CREATED:20260928T154603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154603Z
UID:8842-1790794800-1790800200@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:DBE: Overview of Governance in a Church School - LSB's
DESCRIPTION:This course is mandatory for all foundation governor roles where you are new or have been reappointed to a church school board. It is also encouraged for those who wish to refresh their knowledge and understanding. \n\n\n\nNew for this year: separate sessions will be offered for foundation governors in maintained schools\, foundation directors on academy trust boards\, and foundation governors serving at local school board level within an academy trust. \n\n\n\nThis training session will address the following key areas: \n\n\n\n\n	statutory responsibilities and core function of governance – links to key documents\n	a history of church schools and how context is key\n	Church of England and national developments in education\n	structure of governing boards- your role as a governor and how it fits in\n	particular responsibilities of a foundation governor\n	SIAMS church school inspection: increase your understanding and discover how to strengthen\n	your role in this process.\n\n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/EKNKjr5zwB
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-overview-of-governance-in-a-church-school-lsbs/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260928T154559Z
CREATED:20260928T154559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154559Z
UID:8817-1790848800-1790857800@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:DBE: SIAMS Self-Evaluation - Support in writing your SEF
DESCRIPTION:SIAMS inspection works on the expectation that schools will carry out ongoing self-evaluation of their effectiveness as a church school and that this evaluation will feed into the School Development Plan. Whilst schools are free to use any system they wish for self-evaluation; this session offers school leaders a format closely linked to the SIAMS Framework. The session will include input on principles of good self-evaluation and time for schools to work on their own self-evaluation with support from the course facilitator. \n\n\n\nTo Book: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/xGGm3SZS9w
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/dbe-siams-self-evaluation-support-in-writing-your-sef-2/
LOCATION:Worcester\, Diocesan Office\, 16 Lowesmoor Wharf\, Lowesmoor\, Worcester\, Worcestershire\, WR1 2RS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T134500
DTSTAMP:20260928T154556Z
CREATED:20260928T154556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T154556Z
UID:8802-1790857800-1790862300@cofe-worcester.org.uk
SUMMARY:Martyn’s Law – A practical walk through the Terrorism Act
DESCRIPTION:The Church of England and Community Security Trust (CST) are offering briefing webinars on Martyn’s Law\, with an emphasis on Standard Duty Premises. Martyn’s Law requires premises to be prepared for attacks\, ready to respond\, able to mitigate impact and reduce physical harm. Larger premises and events must also take steps to reduce vulnerability to attacks. It establishes who is responsible for considering risk and how to prepare. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nWe discuss what you will need to do to comply with Martyn’s Law – looking at which premises/events are ‘in-scope’ and the requirements for Standard and Enhanced Duty Premises\, and for Qualifying Events. We also look at the regulator’s responsibilities and enforcement. Finally\, we discuss some practical examples and suggestions. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThe Community Security Trust (CST) is a charity that protects British Jews from antisemitism and related threats. Our SAFE programme shares the CST’s security knowledge with vulnerable groups outside the Jewish community\, through its free programme of talks and webinars (minimum age 18). \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nTo register please click here 
URL:https://cofe-worcester.org.uk/event/martyns-law-a-practical-walk-through-the-terrorism-act-2/
LOCATION:Online
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