Faith and Ministry Directory ADULT FORMATION FORUM September 2018 - February 2019
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FOREWORD "Formation is not the privilege of a few, but a right and duty of all." (Christifideles Laici, 63) Welcome to the second edition of the formation booklet which details the opportunities that are available in the Diocese of Hexham and over the coming months. The overall aim of the formation team is to help the baptised live out their calling and to equip them with the training to do so. In this edition you will find many opportunities for individuals, parishes and partnerships to deepen their understanding of what it means to be a disciple today and to grow in their ministry. This second edition details where and when different formation is available and it also includes formation opportunities that are bookable for a Partnership - bringing formation to you on a local level. The booklet covers the period from September to February and has some key dates for later in 2019 where you will see there are some very exciting developments well worth noting in your diaries. All of the information included here is available on the Diocesan website and will be updated if any changes need to occur. If you have any queries or suggestions please get in touch with Amy McDonagh on 0191 243 3316 or email adult.formation@diocesehn.org.uk We look forward to seeing you at some of these events. Fr Michael McCoy Head of Adult Formation and Evangelisation Fr Michael McCoy Head of Adult Formation and Evangelisation Amy Cameron Discipleship Co-ordinator Unless otherwise stated all courses must be booked by email: adult.formation@diocesehn.org.uk Should you have any queries or need assistance, please contact us by telephone on 0191 243 3316 or email adult.formation@diocesehn.org.uk 3
CONTENTS ADULT FORMATION AND EVANGELISATION What shall we do with the Good News? 6 The Summits 6 Pastoral Ministry Certificate Open Meeting 7 Certificate in Pastoral Ministry from Loyola University Chicago 7 Made in God s Image: Finding the Feminine in God through Art and Scripture 8 Catholic Charismatic Renewal - The Gathering 8 A to Discern: Emmanuel; God is with Us as We Listen 9 Catholic Charismatic Renewal Seminars 9 Celebrate North East 2018 10 CENTRE FOR CATHOLIC STUDIES Catholic Theology Research Seminars 11 Ushaw Lecture Series 12 JUSTICE AND PEACE Justice and Peace 13 Catholic Worker Groups National Gathering 13 LITURGY Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training (Darlington) 14 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training (Hexham) 14 Day of Reflection for all Ministers 14 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest 15 Day of Reflection for Lay Leaders 15 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training (Gateshead) 15 Training for Readers 16 Training for Sacristans 16 Day of Reflection for Funeral Assistants 16 MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE Preparing Together - Marriage Preparation Days 17 MINSTERACRES RETREAT CENTRE Walking Retreat 18 Sacred Journey Themed Retreat 18 Day of Prayer 19 The Way of the Embodied Contemplative 19 4
CONTENTS MINSTERACRES RETREAT CENTRE Quiet Day 20 Songs for the Journey 20 On Pilgrimage While Standing Still 21 Taizé Retreat 21 SPIRITUALITY The Ministry of Consolation 22 An Advent Day with Mary 22 Advent Resources 22 YOUNG PEOPLE The Source 23 Youth Sunday Preparation 23 In Pursuit 24 The EVENT 25 DEVELOPING LAY LEADERSHIP The Discipleship Partnership Conference 26 Certificate in Pastoral Ministry from Loyola University Chicago 27 BOOKABLE THROUGH YOUR PARTNERSHIP Evangelisation Team 28 The Ministry of Consolation 28 Tyne and Wear Citizens 29 Catholic Social Teaching 29 A to Reflect 30 Join the Conversation 31 The Summits 32 SAVE THE DATE The Ministry of Consolation Day at Ushaw College 33 Diocesan Festival 2019 33 The Summits 34 The Source 34 The EVENT 34 5
Adult Formation and Evangelisation WHAT SHALL WE DO WITH THE GOOD NEWS? Who is it for? Open to all An invitation to answer the question - What are the best ways that ordinary Catholics can share the Good News? Venue St Cuthbert s House NE15 7PY Following on from Home Mission Sunday, we will use the Institute of Cultural Affairs Consensus Workshop Method to bring our shared wisdom and fresh ideas to guide the Diocese home mission over the next twelve months. Cost No cost Date 20th September 2018 7.00pm - 8.30pm No booking required The Summits THE SUMMITS Who is it for? Open to all The Summits are an opportunity for people to come together from around the Diocese to praise God and to join with others who want to grow as a worshipping community. With formation in mind, the inspiring talks are delivered in a down to earth, accessible manner with a recognition that we are all children of God in need of the Holy Spirit. Venues dates and 17th October 2018 - St Mary s Cathedral NE1 5HH 12th December 2018 - St Joseph s Church Sunderland SR4 6HP 13th February 2019 - St Augustine s Church Darlington DL3 7RG For further information on the Summits and how to book a Summit event for your Partnership, please see page 32. Cost No cost 7.00pm - 8.30pm No booking required 6
Adult Formation And Evangelisation Pastoral Ministry Certificate PASTORAL MINISTRY CERTIFICATE OPEN MEETING Who is it for? Anyone interested in this qualification for themselves or their Partnership This is an open invitation to come and hear more abut this new initiative to train and disciple people in pastoral ministry. Venue SS William and Francis De Sales Church Hall Darlington DL1 2NL Come and hear from people on this year s course and find out how this qualification from Loyola University Chicago fits in with plans for developing disciples across the Diocese of Hexham and. Cost No cost Date 3rd November 2018 10.00am - 12.30pm Email: adult.formation@diocesehn.org.uk Telephone: 0191 243 3316 PASTORAL MINISTRY CERTIFICATE FROM LOYOLA UNIVERSITY The Pastoral Ministry Certificate is a bespoke qualification for those in the Northern Dioceses of England who wish to understand how they are called to serve. This certificate has been custom designed to meet the need of those wishing to learn more about serving in a faith setting in our Diocese. It is a non - degree certificate that will monitor progress through practice. Integrating online learning with the chance to meet face to face for support, this certificate provides flexibility and accessibility. This exciting opportunity offers world class teaching and resources current to the needs of our Partnerships and would be an ideal platform for those wanting to take more of a lead in their faith community. Modules covered include: CHICAGO Holiness and Wholeness - How we grow as people of faith Missionary Disciples : The story of the Church in Britain Building parish communities Serving and leading skills and strategies for ministry To find out more and to register your interest for January 2019 contact Amy Cameron on adult.formation@diocesehn.org.uk 7
Adult Formation And Evangelisation Day of Recollection for Women MADE IN GOD S IMAGE: FINDING THE FEMININE IN GOD THROUGH ART AND SCRIPTURE Who is it for? Open to all women In partnership with the Diocese of Hexham and and the National Board of Catholic Women, we are offering women a day of recollection led by Reverend Caroline Worsfold. Venue Cost St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY No cost (there will be a collection) This day is an opportunity to reflect upon the Scripture, the writings of the saints and to look at art in order to uncover where we, as women, can find ourselves reflected within God. Date 17th November 2018 10.00am - 4.00pm Email: pat.kennedy@diocesehn.org.uk Telephone: 0191 243 3316 Tea and coffee will be provided, but please bring a packed lunch with you. THE GATHERING Diocesan Catholic Charismatic Renewal Who is it for? Open to all Every third Sunday of the month, we extend the invitation to join us as we gather together for a time of input, praise and healing prayer. Venue St Joseph s Church Gateshead NE8 1LX Led by Pat Kennedy, inputs will focus on themes such as: Cost No cost Healing my life s journey Healing of unforgiveness Dates 16th September 2018 18th November 2018 Talks will look at the ups and downs in our lives, the people and events that have hurt us, how they can affect us and how we can pray for the grace to let go. Please note there will be no meeting in October. 3.30pm 5.00pm No booking required 8
Adult Formation And Evangelisation Diocesan Catholic Charismatic Renewal A TIME TO DISCERN: EMMANUEL; GOD IS WITH US AS WE LISTEN Who is it for? Anyone interested in Charismatic Renewal from our Diocese and beyond This full day event is a follow up to our previous gathering led by David Wells. Venue St Joseph s Church Gateshead NE8 1LX Key inputs from Fr Sean Hall, Fr Chris Thomas, Amy Cameron and Pat Kennedy will help us focus on questions such as: Cost No cost (there will be a collection) Date 10th November 2018 Where is Renewal in the Church? What can we, as the body of Christ, offer and what is my role? The Bishop will also be in attendance. 9.45am for 10.00am - 4.00pm Email: pat.kennedy@diocesehn.org.uk Telephone: 0191 243 3316 Tea and coffee is provided, but please bring a packed lunch with you. CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC RENEWAL SEMINARS Who is it for? Open to all A series of seminars led by Fr Michael Whalen and Pat Kennedy who will explore how we can have a personal relationship with God through themes such as: God s grace and ongoing transformation Come Holy Spirit Venue St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY Cost No cost Dates 20th and 27th September 2018 Pope Francis encourages us all to deepen our relationship with Christ, explaining that, the Holy Spirit is the power of God, bringing new life and transformation of hearts, calling us to discipleship and service. 4th and 11th October 2018 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st January 2019 7th February 2019 7.00pm - 8.30pm Email: pat.kennedy@diocesehn.org.uk Telephone: 0191 243 3316 9
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Centre for Catholic Studies CATHOLIC THEOLOGY RESEARCH SEMINARS The Durham Catholic Theology Research Seminars is a forum for scholarly discussion of pertinent issues in the Catholic traditions in theology and Church. It ranges across the traditional theological disciplines (scriptural, historical, philosophical, systematic, liturgical, ethical and practical/pastoral), Catholic social thought and practice, and social-scientific approaches to Catholicism. There will be a variety of speakers at our seminars who will be discussing different topics within the Catholic traditions of theology. Who is it for? Open to all, with a focus on postgraduate students and beyond in theology and religion Venue Cost To be confirmed (please check the venue at the time of registering) No cost Dates 11th October 2018 8th November 2018 6th December 2018 17th January 2019 7th February 2019 October 2018: Communication and Cultural Change: Catholic Contributions from Marshall McLuhan and Walter Ong, by Prof. John Sullivan (Liverpool Hope University, Emeritus). November 2018: Creation Theology and the Medieval Tradition of Hexaemeron, by Dr Giles Gasper, of the Ordered Universe Project (Durham University). December 2018: Redistribution, Recognition and Catholic Social Teaching, by Dr Amy Daughton (Margrate Beaufort Institute of Theology, Cambridge). 5.00pm seminar followed by 6.30pm post - seminar drinks Please register for any of the seminars via www.centreforcatholicstudies.eventbrite.com Registration opens three weeks before each seminar. To receive notifications of these events, please register for the Centre of Catholic Studies mailing list at www.centreforcatholicstudies.co.uk January 2019: Is Christ s Beatific Vision Defensible Today? by Dr Simon Francis Gaine, OP (Blackfriars Hall, University of Oxford). February 2019: Annual Teilhard Seminar by Prof. Celia Deane - Drummond (University of Notre Dame and Durham University). Seminar title to be confirmed. 11
Centre for Catholic Studies USHAW LECTURE SERIES The Ushaw Lecture Series celebrates the cultural and research significance of the remarkable bibliographical, archival and material - cultural collections at Ushaw, near Durham city, and the wider history of which they are expressions. The lectures cover music, art, drama, poetry and literature, architecture, material -culture, politics, science and theology. October 2018: Douai 450th Anniversary Lecture 3: The Hounding of Francis Thompson, by Prof. Keith Hanley (Lancaster University). Who is it for? Open and accessible to all Venue Cost Ushaw College Durham DH7 9RH No cost (there will be a small charge for the Bishop Dunn Memorial Lecture only) Dates 18th October 2018 27th November 2018 11th December 2018 22nd January 2019 26th February 2019 November 2018: Sir Edward Coleman, 1636 1678: Catholic Martyr as Newsletter Writer, by Prof. Stephen Taylor (Durham University, Joint IMES/CC Ushaw Lecture). December 2018: Reflecting Glory Born Amongst Us: Christmas in Sermons and Short Christian Writings, by Prof. Janet Soskice (University of Cambridge). This lecture is followed by the Ushaw Carol Service. January 2019: Home is Where We Start From; The Politics of Place, by Julian Coman (Assistant Editor, The Observer). 5.30pm drinks reception followed by 6.00pm lecture. Please check when booked for details of the drinks reception and lecture. Please register for any of the lectures via www.centreforcatholicstudies.eventbrite.com Registration opens three weeks before each lecture. To receive notifications of these events, please register for the Centre of Catholic Studies mailing list at www.centreforcatholicstudies.co.uk February 2019: Bishop Dunn Memorial Lecture 2019: Setting off to New Shores: Re Discovering the Local in Relation to the Universal, by Prof. Myriam Wijlens (University of Erfurt). 12
Justice and Peace The Hexham and Diocesan Justice and Peace Co-ordinating Council (HNJPCC) seeks to promote Pope Francis call to be a poor church for the poor. The search for justice is working for right relations between all people and respecting the God-given dignity and value of everyone. Justice and Peace oversees the Diocesan Refugee Project (DRP) which supports over 600 asylum seekers with projects in and Stockton, including many who are destitute. Assistance through small cash donations, bags of groceries and clothes are made possible through monthly parish and school collections and the Diocese of Hexham and Destitute Asylum Fund. There are approximately 50 volunteers working in the two projects. The new Partnerships with their dimension for social outreach is a great opportunity for the promotion of Justice and Peace in the Diocese. If your partnership would like to explore any of these issues or has any queries regarding the promotion of justice, peace and the integrity of creation please contact one of the following: HNJPCC email: jandp@diocesehn.org.uk Liz Archibald (Chair of the Justice and Peace Co-ordinating Council) Telephone: 07910 578 310 Fr Chris Hughes (Head of Department for Justice and Peace) Telephone: 0191 257 5801 John Dowling ( Refugee Project Manager) Telephone: 07427 838 813 Leah Stephenson ( Refugee Project Worker) Email: asylum.project@diocesehn.org.uk Rachel Wing (Stockton Refugee Project) Telephone: 01642 883 369 Catholic Worker Groups National Gathering The Catholic Worker was started in 1933 New York by Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin to explode the dynamite of Catholic Social Teaching, and has been comforting the afflicted and afflicting the comfortable ever since. Beginning with a newspaper and then the first house of hospitality for the poor and homeless, the movement has spread gradually. Catholic Worker communities are committed to nonviolence, voluntary poverty, prayer, and hospitality for the homeless, exiled, hungry, and forsaken. Catholic Workers continue to protest injustice, war, racism, and violence of all forms. Catholic Worker groups from across the country will be meeting in Darlington for a weekend organised by Fr Martin Newell, a Passionist priest and a founder of the London Catholic Worker. There will be inputs and chances for discussion throughout the weekend. The Catholic Worker National Gathering is being held in Darlington from 29th 30th September 2018. For further information or to register your interest in attending, please email Adam O Boyle adam.oboyle@googlemail.com There is no charge for the weekend, only donations to cover the cost of food which will be prepared together. Simple accommodation is available if required. 13
Liturgy EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION TRAINING (DARLINGTON) Attendance at all sessions is necessary in order to be commissioned. A participant can attend any missed sessions on future courses in order to complete the series. Who is it for? New Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Venue Cost 15 St Thomas Aquinas Church Darlington DL1 2PU Dates 11th, 18th and 22nd September 2018 7.00pm - 9.00pm (11th and 18th) 10.30am - 4.00pm (22nd) Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION TRAINING (HEXHAM) Attendance at all sessions is necessary in order to be commissioned. A participant can attend any missed sessions on future courses in order to complete the series. Who is it for? New Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Venue Cost 15 St Mary s Church Hencotes Hexham NE46 2EB Dates 27th September, 4th and 13th October 2018 7.00pm - 9.00pm (27th and 4th) 10.30am - 4.00pm (13th) Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk DAY OF REFLECTION FOR ALL MINISTERS Everyone involved with ministries in the Church is invited to attend this day of reflection, with an emphasis on Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion as this is part of their commitment to an annual time of reflection. This day of reflection will be led by Fr Andrew Downie who will be exploring the theme of Serve the Lord with Gladness. Tea, coffee and a light lunch are provided. Who is it for? Open to all ministries, but particularly Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Venue Ushaw College Durham DH7 7DW Cost 7.50 Date 29th September 2018 10.30am - 3.30pm Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk 14
Liturgy LAY LEADERS OF CELEBRATIONS IN THE ABSENCE OF A PRIEST TRAINING Training for new Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest. Who is it for? New Liturgical Lay Leaders Venue St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY Attendance at all sessions is necessary in order to be commissioned as a Lay Leader. A participant can attend any missed sessions on future courses held in order to complete the series. If you are interested, please book early as places are limited. Cost 25 Dates 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 27th and 29th October 2018 5th November 2018 (Commissioning Mass) 7.00pm - 9.00pm (1st,8th,15th,22nd,29th) 10.30am - 3.30pm (27th) 7.00pm (5th) Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk DAY OF REFLECTION FOR LAY LEADERS This day of reflection is for existing Lay Leaders of Celebration in the absence of a Priest as this is part of their commitment to an annual time of reflection. This day of reflection will be led by Fr Michael McCoy who will be exploring the theme of Gather my People. Who is it for? Existing Lay Leaders Venue St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY Cost 5 Date 3rd November 2018 10.30am - 3.30pm Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk Tea and coffee will be provided, but please bring a packed lunch with you. EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION TRAINING (GATESHEAD) Attendance at all sessions is necessary in order to be commissioned. A participant can attend any missed sessions on future courses in order to complete the series. Who is it for? New Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. Venue Cost 15 Dates St Joseph s Church Hall Gateshead NE8 1LX 7th, 14th and 17th November 7.00pm - 9.00pm (7th and 14th) 10.30am - 4.00pm (17th) Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk 15
Liturgy TRAINING FOR READERS The training sessions are being offered to all readers, with an emphasis on new readers. Existing readers may attend as a refresher course. Who is it for? New and existing readers Venue St Aloysius Church Hebburn NE31 1BE Cost 7.50 Dates 19th and 24th November 2018 7.00pm - 9.00pm (19th) 10.30am - 4.00pm (24th) Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk TRAINING FOR SACRISTANS This session is being offered as initial training for new sacristans. Who is it for? New sacristans Venue St Bede s Church Hall Jarrow NE32 3LX If you are interested, please book early as places are limited. Cost 7.50 Date 27th November 2018 10.00am - 3.30pm Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk DAY OF REFLECTION FOR FUNERAL ASSISTANTS This day of reflection includes some ongoing formation for existing funeral assistants. This day of reflection will be led by Joe James who will be exploring the theme of In Sure and Certain Hope. Tea and coffee will be provided, but please bring a packed lunch with you. Who is it for? Existing funeral assistants Venue St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY Cost 5 Date 26th January 2019 10.30am - 3.30pm Email: liturgy@diocesehn.org.uk 16
Marriage and Family Life PREPARING TOGETHER MARRIAGE PREPARATION DAYS Who is it for? All couples preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony The Preparing Together programme provides the various elements set out in Marriage Preparation Guidelines provided by the Catholic Bishops Conference of England and Wales (CBCEW) in Appendix One: s of Marriage Preparation. The content of marriage preparation provides the couple with the opportunity to explore what is needed in order to engage fully in the lived experience of marriage, as a life-long, faithful and fruitful partnership, communicating daily; I love you; I am sorry; please forgive me; thank you. Venues Dates Cost and 8th September 2018 St Mary s Church Bishop Auckland DL14 6PQ 13th October 2018 St Thomas Aquinas Church Darlington DL1 2PU 25 per person. The fee, payable to Marriage Care, covers the entire cost of the day including all of the resources and materials that will be provided for each couple. To be confirmed when booking Engaged couples can book onto one of the above marriage preparation days via the phone booking service on 0800 389 3801 Any other enquiries relating to Marriage Preparation can be directed to: Deacon Peter Lavery (Diocesan Co-ordinator for Marriage and Family Life) Email: laveryp@hotmail.com Telephone: 0191 410 2530/07743 807 312 Moira Graham (Marriage Care ) Email: marriagecare@tyneside.gmail.com Telephone: 0191 232 0342 17
Minsteracres Retreat Centre Minsteracres Retreat Centre provides a space where people feel welcome, can be themselves and are enabled to find healing and wholeness in their relationship with God, with themselves, with others and with creation. Sacred journey is the theme for 2018. We hope it will help you to connect with your unique individual life journey and offer nourishment for the collective journey of faith communities in this time of change for the Church. The suggested offerings indicated for each event help us to cover our costs. However, no one should feel excluded for financial reasons and concessions are available. WALKING RETREAT Who is it for? Open to all Enjoy a walk of seven to ten miles through the beautiful countryside around Minsteracres. Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT During the walk, there will be time for prayer, reflection and sharing of the beauty of creation. Cost 10 Dates 1st September 2018 3rd October 2018 17th November 2018 You will need suitable walking boots, warm weatherproof clothing and a packed lunch. 10.00am - 5.00pm The walk will be led by the Minsteracres team. Book online: www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673 248 SACRED JOURNEY THEMED RETREAT Who is it for? Open to all A weekend of prayer, reflection and nourishment on our life s journey. Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT This weekend is open to individuals, as well as groups from parishes and partnerships. Cost 125 Dates 7th - 9th September 2018 This weekend retreat will be led by the Minsteracres team. 5th - 7th October 2018 7.00pm (Friday) - 2.00pm (Sunday) Book online: www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673 248 18
Minsteracres Retreat Centre DAY OF PRAYER This day enables you to experience different ways of praying in a beautiful setting and gives you time for quiet personal prayer. Who is it for? Open to all Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT Cost 25 Tea, coffee and lunch will be provided. Dates 19th September 2018 This day of prayer will be led by Rosarie 10.00am - 4.00pm Spence RSM. Book online: www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673 248 THE WAY OF THE EMBODIED COMTEMPLATIVE Who is it for? Open to all This retreat, led by Terry Doyle, will explore how the practice of meditation can also be encountered through the language of the body using breathing exercises, gentle stretching and slow Tai Chi movements to complement the seated meditation periods. Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT Cost 135 Date 28th - 30th September 2018 This weekend is suitable for all ages and abilities, but please wear loose clothing for this retreat. 7.00pm (Friday) - 2.00pm (Sunday) Book online: www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Terry Doyle is a Benedictine Oblate with the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) and a founder member of Jason Chan s Light Foundation. He is an experienced Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673 248 workshop and retreat leader who also works in the area of homelessness, addiction and social justice. 19
Minsteracres Retreat Centre QUIET DAY Who is it for? Open to all An opportunity to step aside, listen to God in scripture and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the countryside. Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT This day will be led by Rosarie Spence RSM. Cost 15 Date 17th October 2018 Tea and coffee will be provided but please bring a packed lunch with you. 21st November 2018 10.00am - 4.00pm Book online: www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673 248 SONGS FOR THE JOURNEY Who is it for? Open to all We all make journeys in life in many different ways. Songs and poems from around the world express the experience and can help us to give meaning to our own spiritual journey. Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT Use this weekend as a way to help you find some space to reflect, while enjoying the fellowship and fun of learning new songs. Janet Swan invites you to come and sing no matter what others tell you, or you tell yourself about your voice! Janet Swan is an experienced choir leader and member of the Natural Voice Network. She leads a number of chairs and events. The emphasis is always on singing in the voice you were born with and building your confidence and love of singing. Cost 135 Date 26th - 28th October 2018 7.00pm (Friday) - 2.00pm (Sunday) Book online: www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673 248 20
Minsteracres Retreat Centre ON PILGRIMAGE WHILE STANDING STILL Who is it for? Open to all A series of reflections on how, throughout our lives, we are gradually moving to deeper understandings of ourselves, our world and our Maker. Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT Cost 140 This weekend retreat will be led by John Bell. Date 9th - 11th November 7.00pm (Friday) - 2.00pm (Sunday) Book online: John Bell is a member of the Iona Community s Wild Goose Resource Group, hymn writer, author and occasional broadcaster. www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673248 TAIZÉ RETREAT Who is it for? Open to all. The Advent retreat, led by the Minsteracres team, offers space to prepare for the coming of the Lord. Venue Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT It will be conducted in Taizé style with scripture reflections, Taizé chants and time of silence. Cost 125 Date 30th November - 2nd December 2018 7.00pm (Friday) - 2.00pm (Sunday) Book online: www.minsteracres.org/come-on-retreat/ Email: info@minsteracres.org Telephone: 01434 673248 21
Spirituality THE MINISTRY OF CONSOLATION Who is it for? Open to all The Ministry of Consolation is a course for people who are interested in supporting families during times of loss and bereavement. Venue St Anne s Church Hall Darlington DL1 2DR The course focuses on listening skills, input on transition, change, loss and bereavement, and practical ideas that can be taken back to your Partnership. Cost No cost Date Taster session 16th October 2018 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th November 2018 6.30pm - 8.30pm (16th October) 10.00am for 10.30am - 1.30pm Email: spirituality@diocesehn.org.uk Telephone: 0191 243 3302 AN ADVENT DAY WITH MARY Who is it for? Open to all There will be more information about this day, along with a promotional poster, will be sent out to Partnerships with the Advent resources pack in September. Venue To be confirmed when booking Cost No cost Date 8th December 2018 10.00am refreshments for 10.30am - 1.30pm Email: spirituality@diocesehn.org.uk Advent Resources Telephone: 0191 243 3302 Every Advent, the Department for Spirituality produces a range of resources for Partnerships, worshipping communities, groups and individuals to use to deepen their experience of the Season. They are designed to be easy to use - you do not have to be an expert! This Advent, we are linking Pope Francis recent exhortation with one of the great themes of Advent - Rejoice and be glad!. The pack of resources will be ready from mid October (the First Sunday of Advent is 2nd December). They will be available on the Diocesan website or directly from the Department. Please note that Partnerships will be mailed a CD with the material as soon as it is ready. Our Lent resources will be available early in January in good time for the start of Lent on 6th March. Contact the Department for Spirituality by email on spirituality@diocesehn.org.uk or by telephone 0191 243 3302. 22
Young people THE SOURCE Who is it for? Young people in Year 9 and above The Source is the youth event organised by the Youth Ministry Team, the youth service of the Diocese of Hexham and. Venue St Mary s Cathedral NE1 5HH The Source brings young people, Year 9 and above, together for an evening of inspiring talks, praise and worship and socialisation. Cost No cost Dates 3rd October 2018 5th December 2018 6th February 2019 7.00pm - 8.30pm No booking required YOUTH SUNDAY PREPARATION A preparation afternoon to help parishes engage with their young people by preparing together their Youth Sunday celebration. The session will explore the theme of Youth Sunday through input, multimedia and music. This afternoon will also be an opportunity to meet with other young people and groups in your Partnership. Who is it for? Each parish is invited to attend with a group of young people (Year 9 and above) and adults Venue Cost To be confirmed No cost Date 7th October 2018 3.00pm - 5.15pm Email: admin@ymt.org Telephone: 01207 592244 23
Young people IN PURSUIT In Pursuit is an engaging and exciting programme for young people aged between sixteen to twenty one years old. Aimed at young people with a grounding in faith - from a school or parish context - this programme aims to develop, deepen and progress a young person s sense of commitment, discipleship, community, service and belonging. With the intention of developing leaders, In Pursuit will: Build a community identity Inform and educate young people Lay and build upon foundations of faith Instil in young people a sense of their contribution to the Church today and in the future Explore faith through inspiring and informed speakers Encourage commitment, growth and exploration together Supported by an experienced group of adults and young leaders, young people involved with In Pursuit will participate in a series of residential weekends, personal reflection, regular support groups and more. Developed by the Diocesan Youth Ministry Team and Amy Cameron (Discipleship Co-ordinator) and supported by Partnerships, this programme is a great opportunity for young people in our Diocese to grow, contribute and flourish. There are a limited number of places on In Pursuit, so if you have any queries about the programme or would like to know more, please contact Phill Salkeld by telephone on 01207 592244 or by email inpursuit@ymt.org 24
Young people The EVENT is a free, monthly event held at St Joseph s Catholic Academy, Hebburn between 6.00pm - 7.30pm for all young people in the Diocese from years 5, 6, 7 and 8. The EVENT is completely free of charge and complimentary pizza and refreshments are provided afterwards so the young people can get to know others from different schools across the Diocese. Why not join us for our second birthday on 17th October 2018? All school groups, parish groups, parents, parishioners, staff and clergy are welcome to come along and join in! For more details or to book (numbers are needed for catering purposes), contact Andrew Young on 0191 428 2700 or email younga@stjosephs.uk.net We look forward to seeing you at the EVENT on: 17th October 2018 21st November 2018 19th December 2018 16th January 2019 13th February 2019 We are also holding an EVENT roadshow in Escomb Partnership on 7th November 2018 at St Cuthbert s Primary School, Crook, DL15 9DN. 25
Developing Lay Leadership The Discipleship Conference for Partnership Development The Discipleship Conference for Partnership Development is being held on 15th September 2018, 10.00am - 3.30pm at Sacred Heart High School, upon Tyne and the conference is for all those involved with Partnership Development. There is no cost to attend the conference, but booking is essential. You can book online at https://partnershipconference2018.eventbrite.co.uk The deadline for booking your place is 5th September 2018. 26
Developing Lay Leadership A BESPOKE QUALIFICATION DESIGNED FOR THE NORTHERN DIOCESEs OF ENGLAND A NEW PASTORAL MINISTRY CERTIFICATE FROM CHICAGO LOYOLA UNIVERSITY A qualification for those wishing to understand how they are called to serve. This certificate has been custom designed to meet the needs of those wishing to learn more about serving in a faith setting in our Diocese. It is a non - degree certificate that will monitor progress through practice. Integrating online learning with the chance to meet face to face for support, this certificate provides flexibility and accessibility. This exciting opportunity offers world class teaching and resources current to the needs of our Partnerships and would be an ideal platform for those wanting to take more of a lead in their faith community. Modules covered include: Holiness and Wholeness - How we grow as people of faith Missionary Disciples: The story of the Church in Britain Building parish communities Serving and leading skills and strategies for ministry To find out more and to register your interest for January 2019 contact Amy Cameron on adult.formation@diocesehn.org.uk 27
Bookable through your partnership This section of the booklet advertises opportunities that are available to book for your partnership. This allows parishes and groups within your partnership to decide what sort of development you need and when you need it. There are a wide range of events on offer, so there will be something for everyone. Evangelisation Team Equip your Partnership for Missionary Discipleship Every Catholic is a missionary disciple (Pope Francis tells us as much in his encyclical Evangelii Gaudium) but not many of us are sure how to go about it. That s where the Diocesan Evangelisation Team can help. They re offering to visit Partnerships with a half day workshop that will allow people to come together to unpack what it means to be a missionary disciple. As Partnerships begin to look at their future development, evangelisation and outreach have been clearly pointed out as a priority in accordance with the central teaching of the Church. These half - days offer an opportunity for Partnerships to reflect upon the Joy of the Gospel and practical ways that they can begin to both reach out and welcome into their parish communities across their Partnership. The workshops aim to be reflective and offer practical suggestions and resources. If you would like to find out more, or to book their services, please contact Fr Michael Griffiths via adult.formation@diocesehn.org.uk The Ministry of Consolation In response to requests from many of our parishes during Forward Together in Hope, we have been looking at ways in which people in our communities can better support those facing terminal illness and bereavement. After a day devoted to this in 2017, a course on The Ministry of Consolation was developed. It has now been piloted and is ready to share around the Diocese. It runs for five sessions and includes practice in listening skills, input on transition and change and, particularly, on loss and bereavement, personal reflection, interaction with others and practical ideas. It has been very well received by those who have attended the first two courses. If your Partnership would be interested in running the course, or for more information, please contact the Department for Spirituality by email on spirituality@diocesehn.org.uk or by telephone 0191 243 3302. 28
Bookable through your partnership Tyne and Wear Citizens The Diocese of Hexham and has become a strategic partner of Tyne and Wear Citizens. This is a broad community based organising alliance that seeks to improve the lives of those in the region, such as campaigning for the Living Wage (the Diocese is now an accredited member of the Living Wage Foundation), improving mental health provision and preventing hate crime in the region. We believe that developing leaders is a key part of Tyne and Wear Citizens, so the following training is available to you. We are hosting two days of training in September for members and we plan to host this as both two consecutive days and as an evening course. There will also be a six day training course in Leeds for Tyne and Wear Citizens on 7th 12th October 2018. If you would like further details on any of the training, please contact Fr Chris Hughes by email chris1707hughes@live.co.uk or by telephone on 0191 257 5801. Catholic Social Teaching Catholic Social Teaching (CST) touches upon many different aspects of life, from the individual and family to international development, from how we think of those who are homeless to how we care for the environment, and how we should shop and consume to the right of workers and the dignity of work. It is based on four principles: 1. Human Dignity: Every person has equal value and dignity, regardless of circumstances. 2. The Common Good: The conditions of any society should allow all to participate and live a fully human life. 3. Solidarity: We are all members of one human family and we are called to work for the elimination of injustices and inequality. 4. Subsidiarity: Generally speaking, decisions should be made at the lowest level, by people who are directly affected by them. If you would like to know more about Catholic Social Teaching, there is a CST group in the Diocese that can help. We are willing to do talks after mass, to parish or partnership groups or to offer advice on study of CST. For more information, please email Louise Harrison maryalicelouise@outlook.com 29
Bookable through your partnership A to Reflect Sr Sheila McNamara, a Sacred Heart sister in the Diocese, is available to Partnerships to lead and train people to lead sessions on prayer and reflection. Maybe your Partnership would like to try a short course, day or evening, on different ways into prayer. 'Come to the Well and Pray' is a popular, flexible prayer resource on offer to Partnerships. Perhaps you may like to gather your Partnership for a quiet day or a day of retreat and spend a day together reflecting on a theme such as: Touching the heart space Come away and rest a while Encounters with grace Bloom where you are planted Finding God in all things Walking with Gospel women Journeying to wholeness Living reflectively If you would like to find out more, talk about what might be suitable for your needs or to make a booking, please contact Sr Sheila by telephone on 07872948350 or by email at sheilamac8@aol.com 30
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Save the Date In this section of the booklet, we are advertising a selection of events that are coming up over the next few months that you may be interested in. The Ministry of Consolation day at Ushaw College Following on from the success of the first Ministry of Consolation day, the Department for Spirituality is pleased to announce that another day is planned for 23rd March 2019 at Ushaw College, County Durham. The theme for this second Ministry of Consolation day will be Spirituality in a time of trauma and our keynote speaker will be Bishop John Wilson, Assistant Bishop in Westminster. He will be sharing his experiences and wisdom gained from his involvement in the aftermaths of the murder of teacher Ann Maguire at her school Corpus Christi, Leeds in 2014 and the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. Diocesan Festival 2019 We will be hosting the seventh Diocesan Festival on 22nd - 23rd June 2019 at the Emmaus Village, Consett. We are thrilled to be welcoming international speaker Sherry Weddell from the Catherine of Siena Institute to our Diocesan Festival from the Catherine of Siena institute. Sherry has developed numerous formation resources which are used worldwide by thousands of lay, religious and ordained members of the Church over five continents. In addition to Sherry Weddell, there will be other speakers, time for prayer, reflection and socialising. There are also a range of activities for children and young people who can unpack the festival theme at their own level. To add to the festival feel, there are games on the campsite, the popular ice cream van and the Saturday night ceilidh. Why not book a coach for your Partnership and join us! Register your interest for the Diocesan Festival 2019 by emailing festival@diocesehn.org.uk 33
Save the Date The Summits The Summits are an opportunity for people to come together from around the Diocese to praise God and to join with others who want to grow as a worshipping community. With formation in mind, the inspiring talks are delivered in a down to earth, accessible manner with a recognition that we are all children of God in need of the Holy Spirit. Our fourth Summit event of the year will be held on 13th March 2019, 7.00pm - 8.30pm at St John Vianney, Hartlepool, TS24 9LX. The Source is the youth event organised by the Youth Ministry Team, the youth service of the Diocese of Hexham and. The Source brings young people, Year 9 and above, together for an evening of inspiring talks, praise and worship and socialisation. The Source The fourth and final Source of the academic year will be held on 3rd April 2019, 7.00pm - 8.30pm at St Mary s Cathedral,. We look forward to seeing you for an evening of inspiring talks, praise, worship and socialising with other young people from around the Diocese. The EVENT The EVENT is a free, monthly event held at St Joseph s Catholic Academy, Hebburn between 6.00pm - 7.30pm for all young people in the Diocese from years 5, 6, 7 and 8. The EVENT is completely free of charge and complimentary pizza and refreshments are provided afterwards so the young people can get to know others from different schools across the Diocese. For more information or to book your place, contact Andrew Young on 0191 428 2700 or email younga@stjosephs.uk.net Our dates for later in 2019 are: 20th March 2019 24th April 2019 19th June 2019 We are also holding a second EVENT roadshow in Pontop Partnership on 13th March 2019 at St Mary s RC Primary School, South Moor, DH9 6PH 34
Yearly Planner Date Event Start Finish Venue SEPTEMBER 2018 01/09/2018 Walking Retreat 10.00am 5.00pm Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT 07/09 09/09/2018 Sacred Journey Themed Retreat 7.00pm 2.00pm Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT 08/09/2018 Preparing Together Marriage Preparation Day TBC TBC St Mary s Church, Bishop Auckland DL14 6PQ 11/09/2018 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training Session 1 7.00pm 9.00pm St Thomas Aquinas Church, Darlington DL1 2PU 15/09/2018 The Discipleship Partnership Conference 10.00am 3.30pm 16/09/2018 Catholic Charismatic Renewal The Gathering 3.30pm 5.00pm 18/09/2018 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training Session 2 7.00pm 9.00pm 19/09/2018 Day of Prayer 10.00am 4.00pm 20/09/2018 What shall we do with the Good News? 7.00pm 8.30pm Sacred Heart Catholic High School NE4 9YH St Joseph s Church, Gateshead NE8 1LX St Thomas Aquinas Church, Darlington DL1 2PU Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT St Cuthbert s House, NE15 7PY St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre 20/09/2018 Catholic Charismatic Renewal Seminar 7.00pm 8.30pm NE15 7PY 22/09/2018 27/09/2018 28/09 30/09/2018 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training St Thomas Aquinas, Darlington 10.30am 4.00pm Session 3 DL1 2PU Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training St Mary s Church, Hexham 7.00pm 9.00pm Session 1 NE46 2EB Minsteracres Retreat Centre The Way of the Embodied Contemplative 7.00pm 2.00pm Consett DH8 9RT Ushaw College, 29/09/2018 Day of Reflection for all minsters 10.30am 3.30pm Durham DH7 7DW 29/09 30/09/2018 Catholic Worker Groups National Gathering 1.00pm 1.00pm To be confirmed OCTOBER 2018 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest 01/10/2018 7.00pm 9.00pm Training Session 1 35 St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY
Yearly Planner continued Date Event Start Finish Venue OCTOBER 2018 03/10/2018 Walking Retreat 10.00am 5.00pm 03/10/2018 The Source 7.00pm 8.30pm Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT St Mary s Cathedral NE1 5HH 04/10/2018 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training Session 2 7.00pm 9.00pm St Mary s Church, Hexham NE46 2EB 04/10/2018 Catholic Charismatic Renewal Seminars 7.00pm 8.30pm St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY 05/10 07/10/2018 Sacred Journey Themed Retreat 7.00pm 2.00pm Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT 07/10/2018 Youth Sunday Preparation 3.00pm 5.15pm To be confirmed 08/10/2018 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest Training Session 2 7.00pm 9.00pm St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY 10/10/2018 The Summits 7.00pm 8.30pm St Mary s Cathedral NE1 5HH Catholic Theology Research Seminar: Communication and 11/10/2018 Cultural Change: Catholic Contributions from Marshall 5.00pm 7.00pm To be confirmed McLuhan and Walter Ong by Prof. John Sullivan 13/10/2018 Preparing Together Marriage Preparation Day TBC TBC St Thomas Aquinas s Church, Darlington DL1 2PU 13/10/2018 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training Session 3 10.30am 4.00pm St Mary s Church, Hexham NE46 2EB 15/10/2018 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest Training Session 3 7.00pm 9.00pm St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY 16/10/2018 The Ministry of Consolation taster session 6.30pm 8.30pm 17/10/2018 Quiet Day 10.00am 4.00pm 17/10/2018 The EVENT 6.00pm 7.30pm St Anne s Church, Darlington DL1 2DR Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT St Joseph s Catholic Academy Hebburn NE31 2ET 36
Yearly Planner continued Date Event Start Finish Venue OCTOBER 2018 18/10/2018 20/10-21/10/2018 Ushaw Lecture Series: Douai 450th Anniversary Lecture 3: 5.30pm 7.30pm The Hounding of Francis Thompson by Prof. Keith Hanley Celebrate Conference North East 9.00am 1.00pm Ushaw College Durham DH7 9RH St Joseph s Catholic Academy Hebburn NE31 2ET 22/10/2018 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest Training Session 4 7.00pm 9.00pm St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY 26/10 28/10/2018 Songs for the Journey 7.00pm 2.00pm Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT 27/10/2018 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest Training Session 5 1030am 3.30pm St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY 29/10/2018 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest Training Session 6 7.00pm 9.00pm St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY NOVEMBER 2018 03/11/2018 Pastoral Ministry Certificate Open Meeting 10.00am 12.30pm 03/11/2018 Day of Reflection for Lay Leaders 10.30am 3.30pm 03/11/2018 The Ministry of Consolation Session 1 10.00am 1.30pm SS William and Francis De Sales Church Hall Darlington DL1 2NL St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY St Anne s Church, Darlington DL1 2DR 05/11/2018 Lay Leaders of Celebrations in the absence of a Priest Training Part 7 Commissioning Mass 7.00pm 8.30pm St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY 07/11/2018 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training Part St Joseph s Church, Gateshead 7.00pm 9.00pm 1 NE8 1LX 07/11/2018 The EVENT Road show 6.00pm 7.30pm St Cuthbert s Primary School Crook DL15 9DN Catholic Theology Research Seminar: Creation Theology 08/11/2018 and the Medieval Tradition of Hexaemeron by Dr Giles Gasper 5.00pm 7.00pm To be confirmed Minsteracres Retreat Centre 09/11 On Pilgrimage While Standing Still 7.00pm 2.00pm Consett 11/11/2018 DH8 9RT 37
Yearly Planner continued Date Event Start Finish Venue NOVEMBER 2018 A to Discern: Emmanuel; God is with us as we St Joseph s Church, Gateshead 10/11/2018 9.45am 4.00pm listen NE8 1LX 10/11/2018 The Ministry of Consolation Session 2 10.00am 1.30pm 14/11/2018 17/11/2018 17/11/2018 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training 7.00pm 9.00pm Part 2 Made in God s Image: Finding the Feminine in God 10.00am 4.00pm through Art and Scripture Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training 10.30am 4.00pm Part 3 17/11/2018 Walking Retreat 10.00am 5.00pm 17/11/2018 The Ministry of Consolation Session 3 10.00am 1.30pm 18/11/2018 Catholic Charismatic Renewal The Gathering 3.30pm 5.00pm St Anne s Church, Darlington DL1 2DR St Joseph s Church, Gateshead NE8 1LX St Hilda s Diocesan Resource Centre NE15 7PY St Joseph s Church, Gateshead NE8 1LX Minsteracres Retreat Centre Consett DH8 9RT St Anne s Church, Darlington DL1 2DR St Joseph s Church, Gateshead NE8 1LX 19/11/2018 Training for Readers 7.00pm 9.00pm St Aloysius Church, Hebburn NE31 1BE Minsteracres Retreat Centre 21/11/2018 Quiet Day 10.00am 4.00pm Consett DH8 9RT 24/11/2018 The Ministry of Consolation Session 4 10.00 1.30pm St Anne s Church, Darlington DL1 2DR 24/11/2018 Training for Readers 10.30am 3.30pm St Aloysius Church, Hebburn NE31 1BE 27/11/2018 Sacristans Training 10.00am 3.30pm St Bede s Church, Jarrow NE32 3LX Ushaw Lecture Series: Sir Edward Coleman, 1636 Ushaw College 27/11/2018 1678: Catholic Martyr as Newsletter Writer by Prof. Stephen Taylor 5.30 7.30pm Durham DH7 9RH Minsteracres Retreat Centre 30/11 Taizé Retreat 7.00pm 2.00pm Consett 02/12/2018 DH8 9RT DECEMBER 2018 05/12/2018 The Source 7.00pm 8.30pm St Mary s Cathedral NE1 5HH Catholic Theology Research Seminar: Redistribution, 06/12/2018 Recognition and Catholic Social Teaching by Dr Amy Daughton 5.00pm 7.00pm To be confirmed 38