As we start a new year we have plenty of key dates for you and your parish diaries. This list is a basic overview to get us started at the beginning of 2023. We will add to this page as more events are announced and confirmed.
Key dates
Event | Date and Time |
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Bishop John's Installation service | 22nd April, 3 pm Liverpool Cathedral |
Chrism Eucharist | 3rd April, 10:30 am Liverpool Cathedral |
Ordinations to Priest | 10th June 3 pm, Liverpool Cathedral |
Ordinations to Deacon | 24th June 3 pm, Liverpool Cathedral |
Clergy Study Day | 25th September, 9:30 am to 4 pm (Venue to be confirmed) |
Reader Licensing Service | 30th September, Liverpool Cathedral (Time and details to be confirmed) |
Clergy Retreat Day | 8th November, 9:30 am to 4 pm. (Venue to be confirmed) |
LifeCall
Directions
A new Directions course is beginning this month starting on January 18th giving you the chance to explore what God wants for you, grow your Christian calling and equip you for the next stage of your journey. Find the course dates and how to apply for your place here
Worship course:
First three Tuesdays of March (7, 14 & 21) 7pm at St Thomas Ashton.
Preaching course:
First three Tuesdays of May (2, 9, 16) 7pm at St Nathaniel’s Platt Bridge.
Contact Sam Stanford for more information
Eco Diocese and Net Zero
Faiths4Change are working in partnership with the Diocese of Liverpool to achieve the aim of tackling climate change by reaching Net Zero Carbon as a diocese by 2030. They have organised three online events to help us on our way.
Divestment & Carbon Fasting: 1st Feb 6.15-7.15 pm. Register here.
Fairtrade Fortnight & LOAF : 1st Mar 6.15-7.15pm. Register here.
Energy Footprint Tool drop-in: 29th Mar 6.15-7.15pm. Register here.
Talking Money
The resources team is planning a range of support for stewardship within parishes. Contact the resources team for more info and to sign up for the Talking Money bulletin.
My Fund Accounting Training
New in-person training dates are planned for early in the New Year. To register your interest in a place on this training please email Gordon Fath from the Resources Team at St James' House