Consultancy for Mission and Ministry

When?

There are 12 places available for those wishing to join the programme in September 2013. Please contact us for further details and an application form.

Format?

A two-year part-time programme leading to a Postgraduate Diploma or Masters Degree (Consultancy and Leadership for Mission and Ministry). Students study from their home base and attend three residentials in Yorkshire each year.

Who is it for?

This course is for anyone who helps others think about their work! For example, people involved in

• community work
• local church ministry
• mission consultancy
• pioneer ministry
• regional ministerial roles
• training and development roles
• giving stewardship advice
• working in para-church agencies
• senior church leadership

We also envisage the course being useful for people

• involved in supporting new forms of church
• running work consultancy or appraisal schemes
• undertaking evaluations of church and community work
• running or supporting community, youth or regeneration projects

What is the course about?

Consultancy is a skilled process that enables you to work with others to help them analyse and reflect upon their work. People working in church and community contexts need consultants who understand their mission, know about the particular features of their work, and can help them think theologically about it.

There is a growing interest in processes that help people work together more effectively including mentoring, coaching, mission accompaniment, evaluation and supervision. This course uses a non-directive approach to help you develop a model of working that best suits your context. The course focuses on you and your needs and offers an opportunity to develop your practice in context with support from experienced consultants.

The course handbook can be downloaded here

Who is the course run by?

York Institute for Community Theology

Who is the course leader?

The course is delivered by a team of three people: Revd Richard Andrew, Revd Dr David Dadswell and Dr Alison Le Cornu. We are committed to working collaboratively to enable students to achieve their academic and personal goals.

How much will it cost?

Fees for 2013-14 Postgraduate Diploma are £2226 per academic year, including all residentials.

How do I find out more?

To discuss whether the course would meet your needs, telephone or e-mail:

Richard Andrew
tel: 01904 876518
email: r.andrew@yorksj.ac.uk