Church of Ireland Children's Ministry Certificate
Who is the Church of Ireland Children's Ministry Certificate for?
Anyone (over the age of 18) working in children’s ministry as either a volunteer or paid role.
When is it taking place?
Over a number of Saturdays from October 2011 to May 2012 from 10am -1pm
15th October
12th/19th November (Building Blocks Conference)
10th December
14th January
11th February
10th March
Where is it running?
(in two venues at the same time)
Church of Ireland Theological Institute, Braemor Park, Dublin
Christ Church Parish Halls, Lisburn
What is expected of attendees?
The Certificate will be awarded for attendance at all the sessions of the course and attendance at the Building Blocks conference (Belfast or Dublin) (cost of Building Blocks included in course fee).
There is an option to obtain 20 University CAT points through completing a short reflective journal and two essays.
Who is delivering the course?
Members of the Church of Ireland Children’s Ministry Network who are all experienced trainers and practitioners in children’s ministry in local parishes.
How much does it cost?
The course costs €95 or £80. We would hope that parishes pay this fee for their leaders attending.
What is covered?
Most of the training is based on Core Skills for Children's Work*. This exciting training scheme seeks to resource all those who work with children in the church. The material is creative and interactive, and is designed for children's leaders within the local church. Devised and developed by members of CGMC, the modules cover key areas of children's ministry:
Child Development
Leadership Skills
Programme Planning
Children and Community
Pastoral Awareness
Spirituality and the Bible
How do I apply?
Contact Mrs Lynda Levis
Church of Ireland Theological Institute, Braemor Park, Dublin 14
01- 4923506 0035314923506
lyndalevis@theologicalinstitute.ie
*Core Skills for Children's Work is devised and developed by members of the Consultative Group on Ministry among Children (CGMC). All material has been piloted by a wide network of church traditions, drawn from Churches in Britain and Ireland. During each session there will be an opportunity to look at current resources in music, prayer, craft, courses, games, and story-telling.