Reaching those who engage in youth and children’s work is paramount to the work of Dan Jones, the Youth and Children’s Adviser. ‘Newslink’ is a free newsletter produced by Dan three times a year at Easter, Harvest and Christmas, providing youth and children’s leaders with relevant articles, stories, ideas, new resources and training opportunities in and around the diocese. Read the latest and back issues here.
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The Key 2 is the second in the series of interactive and informative training resources which aims to equip those who work with children and young people in a variety of church settings.
From time to time individuals and parishes ask for help in developing their youth and children’s work. Sometimes, we can recommend specific training packages - see The Key Training - however Dan is more than happy to work with you to develop a training session(s) that meet your specific needs.
The DCYP's course programme for 2012-13 is now available to download here and the website is ready to take bookings here. An exciting range of courses at highly competitive rates is planned for headteachers, senior staff, teachers, governors, clergy and TAs/HLTAs.
If you are catering or cooking for events and especially residentials, then a Food Hygiene Certificate is a REALLY good idea to improve competence and safety!
For up-to-date ideas, resources and guidance for youth ministry check out Youthwork magazine every month at www.youthwork.co.uk
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