Truro Diocese

Becoming a Community Changer
2022-03-17 09:30 - 11:00 (Europe/London) | online
Join Joff Phipps, Social Justice Missioner, All Saints Church Truro, as he chats to Ian Curnow, Chief Executive of Konnect Communities CIC about his work, empowering local communities and creating social enterprises. They’ll discuss how to make a difference, what are the first steps and who are the organisations that can help.
Konnect Communities works to enable, motivate and inspire people in our communities who are seeking to improve their skills, develop their opportunities and maximise their potential.

Minute taking with John Truscott
2022-03-15 18:30 - 20:30 | online
Why we need minutes, the skills we require, the preparation, how to write accurate, clear and effective minutes and more.
Register here: Meeting Registration – Zoom

A Generous Welcome
2022-03-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Cornwall
Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind’ and ‘Love your neighbour as yourself’, are the focus of Jesus’ teaching. But how do we leave that lasting impression on visitors to our churches? This webinar will look at 4 areas of welcome: outside, inside, spiritual guidance and communication and will help you to realistically evaluate your own ‘Welcome’.

Book here

Loss and bereavement awareness training
2022-03-10 10:15 - 12:45 | Zoom
Cruse Bereavement Care will lead this session, which is open to lay or ordained ministers who meet with bereaved people. A helpful session for anyone who wants to understand the issues surrounding bereavement and how to communicate with people after someone close to them has died.
The session will be run by Cruse Bereavement Care and there is a maximum of 10 places available to book. Cruse Bereavement Care offer support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies. They work to enhance society’s care of bereaved people.

Talking Pioneering
2022-03-08 19:30 - 20:30 | online
Join our Pioneer Network Facilitator, Lindsey Morgan-Lundie for our third Talking Pioneering session.

Data Protection for Safeguarding Officers
2022-03-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Cornwall
Revd Mark James and diocesan training officer Mandy Wells lead a session on what do you need to do, record keeping, what should be in place and FAQs.
Register here: Meeting Registration – Zoom

How to do your APCM from start to finish
2022-02-22 14:00 - 15:30, 2022-01-18 10:00 - 11:30 | online
Short training session to include a Q&A and a chance to share with others.
Including getting ready, who does what, paperwork and what happens after.

Register here: Meeting Registration – Zoom

Knowing Your Herods by Revd Professor Andrew Lewis
2022-02-19 10:00 - 15:00 | St Endellion Hall, St Endellion, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Endelienta’s new Reflective Day: Knowing Your Herods by Revd Professor Andrew Lewis
“We have all heard of the Massacre of the Innocents by king Herod. But how did he become king of the Jews? Weren’t the Romans in charge? And how is he connected with the Herod who married his brother’s wife and put John the Baptist to death? And who was the Herod who put St James to death and was then eaten up by worms and died? Is the Herod Agrippa who is found trying the case against St Paul a relative? And what can we usefully learn about the writing of Scripture and its message from all this?”

Anti-Racism: Worship, Advocacy and Curriculum
2022-02-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Cornwall
The second of two online workshops support us all as we seek to address racial injustice and asks; “Why does it matter to us here in Cornwall and what can we do?”
The workshops are designed for all members of staff, school leaders and governors and anyone wishing to know more about how we can address racism today.
This second session will include a presentation from Aleisha Lewis will look into ‘Why should anti-racism be included in the curriculum‘ and Domini Leong (BAMEED SW) will lead a session on ‘Where to make a start‘
This free seminars will be online via Zoom – 4 to 7 pm
Session 2 – Wednesday 16th February with Aleishia Lewis and Domini Leong

Anti-Racism Seminar: Worship, Advocacy and Curriculm
2022-02-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Cornwall
The first of two online workshops support us all as we seek to address racial injustice and asks; “Why does it matter to us here in Cornwall and what can we do?”
The workshops are designed for all members of staff, school leaders and governors and anyone wishing to know more about how we can address racism today.
The first session will include a presentation from Emily Norman (CEFEL) asking ‘Why do we need to include antiracism in our schools?’ Professor Paul Miller (Educational Equity Services) will explore the questions ‘Why do we need to do this, why in Cornwall and why now?‘
During the second session Aleisha Lewis will look into ‘Why should anti-racism be included in the curriculum‘ and Domini Leong (BAMEED SW) will lead a session on ‘Where to make a start‘
These free seminars will be online via Zoom – 4 to 7 pm
Session 1 – Tuesday 15th February with Emily Norman and Professor Paul Miller
Session 2 – Wednesday 16th February with Aleishia Lewis and Domini Leong

Giving Mechanisms
2022-02-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Cornwall
In this session we will explore mechanisms including regular giving, online and contactless and legacy giving, to equip your church and facilitate giving both in your congregation and community.
Register here: Meeting Registration – Zoom

Talking Pioneering
2022-01-31 19:30 - 20:30 | online
Pioneering with families and children explored in conversation with Becky Lines from Camborne TM Project.

Building Communities of Hope with Transformation Cornwall
2022-01-27 09:30 - 11:00 | online
Join Transformation Cornwall as they lead this 90 minute workshop that will look at how faith based social action brings and sustains hope within our communities. The workshop will provide practical resources and ideas on how to offer practical support within communities and work with local partners to build communities of connection for positive change.
In this workshop we will look at:
• Establishing your vision
• Project planning
• Practical support & resources to help you on your journey

Completing your Parish Return drop-in for parishes
2022-01-25 14:00 - 15:00 | online
Practical help to complete Statistics for Mission and Return of Parish Finance.
Register here: Meeting Registration – Zoom

Lambing Service
2022-01-23 15:30 - 16:00 | Frogmore Farm, Lanteglos, PL23 1NP, Frogmore Farm, Lanteglos, Cornwall, PL231NP, United Kingdom
Looking for something a little different this Sunday? Join in Trelawny Benefice‘s Lambing Service and meet newborn lambs, ewes, shepherds and sheep dogs.

Exploring International Links for your Church
2022-01-19 19:00 - 20:30 | online
Would you like to explore ways of setting up an international link in your church and connecting with God’s church around the world? This session looks at why international links are important, how they can benefit your church, and things to think about when setting one up. We will briefly look at the links we have as a diocese and how you may connect with them, as well as introducing ways of setting up your own links with different mission organisations. There will also be a chance for discussion and to hear from two churches who have links in the USA and Tanzania.
Please book using the link below or contact melanie.pomery@truro.anglican.org

Finance Drop-in session
2022-01-18 14:00 - 15:00 | online
Open session to ask questions about parish finances including preparing accounts and reports.
Register here: Meeting Registration – Zoom

St Just Church Gardens Festival of Light
2021-12-29 17:00 - 2021-12-30 20:00 | St Just Parish Church, St Just, Cornwall, TR19 7HA
December 29 & 30, 5pm – 8pm.
Light trail, music, refreshments
Free entry & parking (donations welcome).

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” Advent Quiet Day for Clergy
2021-12-16 09:30 - 16:00 | Epiphany House, Truro, TR1 3DR, United Kingdom
A reflective day for clergy at Epiphany House led by the Revd Jane Horton, in which we’ll think about letting go, ‘ending well’, new beginnings and hope on the horizon – about past, present and future – all set in the context of the Advent mystery of incarnation.
O come, O come, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.
Please book via the link in the details box below or contact melanie.pomery@truro.anglican.org
Bookings cannot be made through Epiphany House.

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” Advent Quiet Day
2021-12-11 09:30 - 16:00 | Epiphany House, Truro, TR1 3DR, United Kingdom
A reflective day at Epiphany House led by the Revd Jane Horton, in which we’ll think about letting go, ‘ending well’, new beginnings and hope on the horizon – about past, present and future – all set in the context of the Advent mystery of incarnation.
O come, O come, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.
This day is open to all, especially those in leadership (including Readers, LWLs, LPMs, PCC members and clergy) or exploring vocation.
Please book via the link in the details box below or contact melanie.pomery@truro.anglican.org
Bookings cannot be made through Epiphany House.

St Columb Major Church Christmas Tree Festival
2021-12-09 | St Columb Major Parish Church, Market Square, St Columb Major, Cornwall, TR9 6AA, United Kingdom
Grand Switch-on Ceremony – Thursday 9th December at 7.00pm with St Columb Major Academy choir
Late Night Opening – Tuesday 14th & 21st December 6.00pm to 8.30pm, (Last entry 8pm) with entertainment from the Intune Choir & Wadebridge Male Voice Choir respectively. Mulled Wine & Mince Pies
Further information can be found here.

Make the most of your A Church Near You page
2021-12-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Cornwall
In this one-hour webinar, the Church of England Digital Team will take you through the steps to making the most of your A Church Near You page this year.
In 2020, A Church Near You received more than 70 million-page views, as people were searching for their local church service or event to attend online or onsite. Each of the 16’500 Church of England churches has a free page on the site, which can be customised and personalised for their community.
In this live demonstration we’ll show how you can:
• Create a warm and friendly welcome
• Invite viewers to your online and onsite services and events
• Make easy updates for your home page
• Add and format new pages
• Access the free resources found in the Resource Hub
During the webinar, you’ll be able to ask questions which will be answered live.
Afterwards, you’ll receive an email with the presentation slides and useful links.

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” Quiet Day for Clergy and Readers (online)
2021-12-07 09:30 - 16:00 | online
A reflective day (held on Zoom) led by the Revd Jane Horton, in which we’ll think about letting go, ‘ending well’, new beginnings and hope on the horizon – about past, present and future – all set in the context of the Advent mystery of incarnation.
O come, O come, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.
This day is open to all, especially those in leadership (including Readers, LWLs, LPMs, PCC members and clergy) or exploring vocation.
Please book via the link in the details box below or contact melanie.pomery@truro.anglican.org

Festival of Christmas Trees at St Denys Church
2021-12-04 - 2021-12-05 | Cornwall
The Festival of Christmas trees will be taking place at St Denys Church, St Dennis from the 4th to the 5th December from 10am to 4pm.
Further information can be found here.

Using Zoom for interactive events and meetings
2021-12-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Cornwall
Come along to this one-hour webinar to learn how to get the most out of the platform, whether you are hosting a prayer meeting, interactive family session, or coffee morning.
In this webinar the team will take you through:
• Meeting set-up and controls
• Safety and security during meetings
• Easy ways to interact with attendees
• Zoom breakout rooms, polls and whiteboards
During the webinar, you’ll be able to ask questions which will be answered live. Afterwards, you’ll receive an email with the presentation slides and useful links.
Register here

Facebook groups - keeping a church connected
2021-11-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Cornwall
Digital tools can help us keep connected with our community mid-week, supporting bible studies, prayer groups, or to share some fun and make friends!
Facebook groups are easy to set up and versatile. During this live demonstration, we’ll show you how to use Facebook groups to support your mid-week communities online.
In this one-hour webinar we’ll cover:
• Creating a group
• Group settings
• Moderator tools
• Safeguarding and dealing with negativity
During the webinar, you’ll be able to ask questions which will be answered live. Afterwards, you’ll receive an email with the presentation slides and useful links.

Service & 3-minute silence for Mother's Union 1 in 3 Day of Action
2021-11-27 12:30 - 13:30 | truro cathedral
Saturday, November 27, Truro Cathedral
#NoMore1in3
The focus of this Global Day of Action against Gender Based Violence is the disturbing reality that globally 1 in 3 women are victims of violence and abuse.
Join with Mothers’ Union members for a service at 12.30pm , followed by a ‘silence’ outside the cathedral at 1.03 pm.

Instagram for beginners - getting your church on Instagram
2021-11-23 11:00 - 12:00 | online
Are you looking to reach your local community using Instagram in 2021? With more than a billion users it makes sense that churches are thinking about how to build their community using the platform. But, where do you start? How do you create an account for your church, and what kind of content should you be posting? In this one-hour webinar, the digital team will answer all these questions, and more as you start out.

Bishop's Mission Order launch service
2021-11-18 19:30 - 20:30 | Truro Cathedral
You are welcome to join in the service to launch a new future for the Church of England churches in Truro.
