Catalyst

Client: Church of England — The 30k Project Catalyst is a well-structured example of blended, competency-based ministry training: a small, consistent module template reduces cognitive and facilitation overhead while still allowing rich, optional depth for motivated learners. Programme Overview Catalyst is a free, fully-funded national training course equipping and connecting people who work with children …

Methodist Lay Ministry

Bob Bartindale (Ministry Development Officer for Local Preachers & Worship Leaders) Redesigning theological training from the ground up The Setting  The Methodist Church trains large numbers of lay preachers and worship leaders every year. As far as training goes, these volunteers need accessible, innovative solutions which fit around the pressures of everyday life. Previously, the …

CofE Safeguarding

Developing state of the art education and training solutions The Setting  The Church of England is a large, diverse, community-oriented organisation. It has in the region of 25,000 clergy and other ministers, 80,000 volunteers, and employs 2,700 staff. Over 100,000 children and young people engage with activities connected to it. It is also a highly …

Pathways

Consultancy and mentoring for change in a complex organisation The Setting  The Church of England, Birmingham, runs a bid-funded project called Leadership Pathways, which trains future leaders. It is a collection of blended courses hosted on Moodle. Since its inception, the project has gone through several phases of development.    The Challenge The courses under the …

Ridley Awards

The Setting  Ridley Hall Cambridge is a theological training college offering training for ordained ministry, as well as children’s, youth, and sports ministry. Students live and study on-campus and receive context-based training.    The Challenge Ridley Hall has always strived to improve the student experience in a changing educational landscape. The pandemic and the growth in …