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SUMMARY:Cornerstone Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Cornerstone is an online generosity tool developed by the National Church to help parishes understand their financial situation\, identify highlighted areas\, and work together to promote greater generosity and improved giving. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in being part of the Cornerstone pilot workshops then please join this webinar to find out more about what’s involved and how this can benefit and influence your parish’s financial situation. \n\n\n\nPlease book your place and invite one or two key members from your church. \n\n\n\nThe webinar will take place on Microsoft Teams. A link will be provided after booking. \n\n\n\nBook your place on Eventbrite here \n\n\n\nIf you need any more information\, please contact nuala.salter@peterborough-diocese.org.uk \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/cornerstone-webinar-2/
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SUMMARY:Cornerstone Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Cornerstone is an online generosity tool developed by the National Church to help parishes understand their financial situation\, identify highlighted areas\, and work together to promote greater generosity and improved giving. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in being part of the Cornerstone pilot workshops then please join this webinar to find out more about what’s involved and how this can benefit and influence your parish’s financial situation. \n\n\n\nPlease book your place and invite one or two key members from your church. \n\n\n\nThe webinar will take place on Microsoft Teams. A link will be provided after booking. \n\n\n\nBook your place on Eventbrite here \n\n\n\nIf you need any more information\, please contact nuala.salter@peterborough-diocese.org.uk
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/cornerstone-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T130000
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Leadership Course - Online
DESCRIPTION:This online event will take place on Teams over two sessions\, starting on Tuesday\, 23rd June\, 2026 followed by a second session on Tuesday\, 30th June\, 2026\, both starting at 1pm. \n\n\n\nBook your place via the National Safeguarding Portal\, information can be found here on how to use the portal booking system. If you should encounter any problems please email Eve Copeland on training@peterborough-diocese.org.uk
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/safeguarding-leadership-course-online-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260706T132120Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Leadership Course - Single Day
DESCRIPTION:This face-to-face event will take place at Bouverie Court in two sessions with a lunch break.  This session will be on Monday\, 22nd June\, 2026 starting at 10am. There will be a 90 minute break between the sessions\, but during this time we will timetable in reflection and action planning. Please bring lunch with you. \n\n\n\nBook your place via the National Safeguarding Portal\, information can be found here on how to use the portal booking system. If you should encounter any problems please email Eve Copeland on training@peterborough-diocese.org.uk
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/safeguarding-leadership-course-single-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260706T132124Z
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SUMMARY:Extreme Right Aware - Christian Nationalism
DESCRIPTION:Run by the University of Northampton’s Extreme Right Research Network\, this course returns for 2026 and will introduce the key concepts and history of the extreme right\, it will discuss their language and narratives\, methods and routes of radicalisation\, and also their use of the online and other spaces to create communities. \n\n\n\nThis training will include a new focus on Christian Nationalism. Whether you are new to the area or want to refresh your knowledge\, these sessions have proven useful for educators\, police teams\, local government\, charities and religious organisations who engage with those vulnerable to radicalisation or Prevent duties. This is also useful training if you work in Safeguarding.\n \nTickets for the day are free and include lunch and parking on campus. \n\n\n\nSunley Hotel\, Waterside Campus\, University Dr\, Northampton NN1 5PH. \n\n\n\nPlease contact siobhan.hyland@northampton.ac.uk for further information and to book your place.
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/extreme-right-aware-christian-nationalism/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T190000
DTSTAMP:20260706T132119Z
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SUMMARY:Champions of Barbershop Concert
DESCRIPTION:A spectacular evening of a cappella singing: soul\, swing\, show tunes and barbershop ‘Hallmark of Harmony’ from Sheffield will be joined by ‘The Great Western Chorus’ from Bristol and ‘The Emerald Guard’ quartet\, making it an evening of Champions. \n\n\n\nKing’s Sutton Parish Church (OX17 3RJ). \n\n\n\nTicket prices are £15 for adults with children under 12 free. 
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/champions-of-barbershop-concert/
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SUMMARY:The John Warren Lecture 2026: Sancho & Me
DESCRIPTION:John Warren Lecture 2026 – Thursday 18 June \n\n\n\nSt Edmund’s Church\, Warkton is delighted to welcome Paterson Joseph\, actor and author of The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho.  \n\n\n\nCharles Ignatius Sancho was born on a slave ship on the Atlantic Ocean in 1729\, yet he became a writer\, composer\, shopkeeper and respected ‘man of letters’ in 18th century London – the first man of African heritage to vote in Britain.  \n\n\n\nSANCHO&ME – For One Night Only is an unmissable evening of storytelling with themes stemming from Ignatius Sancho’s 18th century letters intersecting with Paterson’s own story of growing up Black and British.\nThis is a vital story connecting a Black Life in the transatlantic world from nearly three hundred years ago with a modern-day Black Life in today’s UK. \n\n\n\nDescribed as ‘remarkable’ and perfect for all ages 12 and upwards\, this live show uses Sancho’s compositions and original music by co-creator\, composer and musician Ben Park. \n\n\n\nPaterson Joseph’s novel ‘The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho’ won the RSL Christopher Bland Prize and The Historical Writer’s Association Debut Novel Prize in 2023.  \n\n\n\nTickets £20 (seating unreserved\, some views restricted) \n\n\n\nU16 concession £15Tickets from: Edward lamb c/o Lamb & Holmes\, West Street\, Kettering NN16 0AZ              Tel: 01536 513195  email: edward.lamb@lamb-holmes.co.uk  \n\n\n\nand also from Michael Moore\, Tel: 01536 483505/ 07887 845778  email: operalad@me.com \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThe John Warren Foundation are sponsoring this event. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/the-john-warren-lecture-2026-sancho-me/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T132122Z
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SUMMARY:Bubble Church - Peterborough Diocese Webinar
DESCRIPTION:We’d love to invite you to an information webinar hosted by the National Bubble Church Team alongside local Bubble Church leaders. This is a relaxed and practical opportunity to explore all things Bubble Church and to discern whether it might be a good fit for your context.\nWhether you’re just beginning to think about how to connect with young families\, or are looking for a fresh\, accessible way of being church together\, this session is for you. We’ll unpack: \n\n\n\n•    what Bubble Church is;\n•    what it looks like in practice;\n•    how it works on the ground in different church settings;\n•    the types of churches and teams where it’s really flourishing. \n\n\n\nYou’re very welcome to come on your own or bring others from your church or ministry team. There’ll be space to hear real stories\, ask questions\, and to get a feel for whether Bubble Church could work in your parish. \n\n\n\nCome along\, be inspired\, and find out more about a growing way of welcoming children and families into the life of the church. \n\n\n\nClick here to book your place.
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/bubble-church-peterborough-diocese-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Teaching about Christianity in Schools
DESCRIPTION:Equipping clergy and church volunteers to support teaching on Christianity in schools through curriculum awareness and confident\, educational engagement in the classroom. This session draws on the Understanding Christianity resource and current RE expectations to help bridge church and school with clarity and purpose. \n\n\n\nClick here to reserve a spot
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/teaching-about-christianity-in-schools/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T133000
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Leadership Course - Online
DESCRIPTION:This online event will take place on Teams over two sessions\, starting on Friday\, 12th June\, 2026 followed by a second session on Friday\, 19th June\, 2026\, both starting at 11:30am. \n\n\n\nBook your place via the National Safeguarding Portal\, information can be found here on how to use the portal booking system. If you should encounter any problems please email Eve Copeland on training@peterborough-diocese.org.uk
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/safeguarding-leadership-course-online-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T132120Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Leadership Course - Online
DESCRIPTION:This online session will take place on Teams over two sessions starting on Thursday\, 11th June\, 2026 followed by a second session on Thursday\, 18th June\, 2026\, both starting at 7pm.\n\n\n\nBook your place via the National Safeguarding Portal\, information can be found here on how to use the portal booking system. If you should encounter any problems please email Eve Copeland on training@peterborough-diocese.org.uk\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/safeguarding-leadership-course-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260706T132118Z
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SUMMARY:Godly Play UK Conference 2026 - St Andrew's Church\, Rugby
DESCRIPTION:Featuring keynote speaker\, Stuart Lee. A former Godly Play Trainer and now a practising Psychotherapist\, Stuart brings a wealth of experience and rich insight into the therapeutic and spiritual aspects of play. \n\n\n\nThroughout the day\, you’ll also have the chance to take part in a range of workshops designed to deepen your understanding and practice of Godly Play. Topics include:  \n\n\n\n\n	– supporting neurodiverse children in the Godly Play space\, \n	– a Q&A workshop on all things Godly Play\,\n	– telling stories using new materials\, \n	– exploring the therapeutic nature of play.\n\n\n\n\nPlease make sure that\, when booking\, you complete all the details for each ticket holder. Tickets cost £50pp. ***Early Bird discount available until 5 April 2026*** \n\n\n\nBook your ticket(s) here: Godly Play UK Conference 2026 \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/godly-play-uk-conference-2026-st-andrews-church-rugby/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T150000
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SUMMARY:Godly Play UK Enrichment Day at St Andrew's Church\, Rugby
DESCRIPTION:The Godly Play UK Enrichment Day takes place on on Friday 5th June\, at St Andrew’s Church\, Rugby\, CV21 3PT\, with workshops running from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. You’re welcome to choose one of the following inspiring sessions: \n\n\n\nIntroduction to Godly Play – experience a full Godly Play session followed by space to reflect together\n“Jesus and the Women” – hear this powerful new story and create the materials used to tell it\nSitting with Children in Wonder – explore The Art of Godly Play and what it means to be truly present with children \n\n\n\nPlease bring your own lunch or take advantage of the local shops\, which are just a short walk away. \n\n\n\nTickets cost £40pp. Book here: Godly Play UK Conference 2026-Enrichment Day
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/godly-play-uk-enrichment-day-at-st-andrews-church-rugby/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260706T145050Z
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SUMMARY:St Giles Young Adults & Students Weekend Away 5 - 7 June
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy great food\, worship and teaching with guest speakers and local input.  An opportunity to relax and build community. This event is organised by St Giles\, Northampton. \n\n\n\nOrigin takes place between 5-7 June at The Chellington Centre\, St Nicholas Church\, Felmersham Road\, Carlton\, \n\n\n\nStudents : £60.00 \nGeneral Tickets : £80.00 \nLast booking date : 24 May 2026 \n\n\n\nBunkhouse style accommodation and onsite camping facilities are available. \n\n\n\nLimited availability. Click on the link now to book your place: https://stgilesnorthampton.churchsuite.com/events/wbymlc8o \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://peterborough-diocese.org.uk/events/st-giles-young-adults-students-weekend-away-5-7-june/
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