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New this week:
Invitation to Tender
Safeguarding Officer Position
In case you missed it:
Methodist Conference Summary
Children and Youth Development Officer needed
Community Centre Co-ordinator needed
3Generate newsletter
Journey of the Magi
SAC Panel Vacancies
Trust Training for Managing Trustees
3Generate Bookings Update
Save the Date
Families Outreach Worker Needed
Latest Safeguarding Training Info
District Children's Activities Support Fund

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Invitation to Tender

                                                            
West Midlands Methodist District Merger Project
A Project Management Contractor is sought to support the District Leadership Teams and Merger Task Group to enable the merger of the Birmingham District and Wolverhampton & Shrewsbury Districts into the Combined West Midlands District by 1st September 2025.
The role is envisaged to require 15-20 hours a week to deliver the implementation plan.   The contractor can be based outside of the district but will need to attend some in person meetings across the West Midlands Region  
Key skills Required
- Capacity to deliver consultancy on time and within budget.
- Expertise in change management, HR and personal management, communication, negotiation, and facilitation.
- Awareness of issues, group dynamics, effective use of information and communication technology.
- In-depth knowledge of Methodist church processes.
Further Details of the project and how to apply can be found here
Interested candidates should submit their proposals to synod@birminghammethodist.org.uk  by 5th August 2024.
Interviews - 13th August at Coventry Central Hall, CV1 2HA, Coventry
The Project is already underway having been given formal approval at Methodist Conference on 2nd July.  The contractor is sought to start as soon after 13th August as possible.
Invitation to tender                                                            
West Midlands Methodist District Merger Project
Position: Project Management Contractor


 

 

Safeguarding Officer Position



 

 

Methodist Conference Summary


The District at the Methodist Conference; brief summary from the Chair

The Methodist Conference met at the Royal Armouries in Leeds this year.  It was the first year the Conference had been a reduced size, meaning the District representatives were also fewer in number, but as a group we were pleased with the significant contributions we were able to make.  In the Presbyteral Session, Rev’d Julia Skitt made a presentation on “Doing Things Right or Doing the Right Thing” which drew a lot of positive feedback.  Deacon Helen Webster and Keith Walton made moving contributions to the report on Singleness whilst Denis Beaumont and Lesley Cook reminded Conference of the important of commitment to Fairtrade through a Notice of Motion.  I presented the report from the Joint Advisory Committee on the Ethics of Investment.
We also celebrated not only the ordination of Rev’d Juliet Kisob from the Black Country Circuit, but also the ordination of four other ministers who candidated from the District: Tiras Dainty-Share and Rachel Moss from Dudley and Netherton; Stephen Donnison from Gornal & Sedgley and Deacon Suzanne Sale from Wolverhampton.
 
 

 

Children and Youth Development Officer  needed

The West Midlands Synod of the United Reformed Church is seeking to appoint a
Children and Youth Development Officer (Ref CYDO)
 
This is a full-time post for 35 hours per week including evening and weekends on an open-ended contract.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
 
Salary: £40,000 depending on experience and qualifications
 
This post offers a challenging opportunity for an experienced and professionally qualified Children’s and Youth Worker with training (or development) skills.  We are looking for an enterprising Christian to serve the churches of the Synod in offering advice and support to those working with children and young people and to build up a Synod Youth Executive.
 
The Officer appointed will be a member of a professional Assembly team and a large lay Synod team; good team working skills are essential.
 
If you share our passion for children and young people playing their part in the mission of God, please download the job description, person specification and application form.

Click to download the Job Description
Click to download the Person Specification
Click to download the Application Form

Closing date for applications: noon on Thursday 15 August 2024
Shortlisting: Monday 19 August 2024
Interview date: Monday 2 September 2024

In accordance with the Equality Act 2010: Part 1, Schedule 9, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian.
 
We are committed to diversity and equality of opportunity. We especially welcome applications from women and Black and Minority Ethnic Groups who are currently under-represented in this area of work in the Church.
 
With thanks for your help in sharing these details
Lindsay
_____________________________
 
Lindsay Peniston (she/her)
Office Manager & PA to the Moderator
West Midlands Synod of the United Reformed Church
Digbeth-in-the-Field United Reformed Church, Moat Lane, Yardley, BIRMINGHAM B26 1TW
Office: 0121 783 1177 | moderatorspa@urcwestmidlands.org.uk | www.urcwestmidlands.org.uk
 

 

Community Centre Co-ordinator needed

Stratton Street Methodist Church Community Centre.
Experienced Part- time Community Centre Coordinator
Situated in the heart of Park Village, Wolverhampton, the community centre has a long history in the development and delivery of educational, social and support services tailored to the needs of the local community.
We are seeking an experienced, part time coordinator with a passion for community services.
Supporting the overall vision of an open and inclusive Christian centre within a multicultural and multifaith community.
Business management, in particular a proven track record of experience in income generation through a variety of sources as this will prove vital to the financial stability of the centre
20 hours per week including school holidays. Flexible working hours as agreed with line manager.
The salary/rate of pay will be: £15,600 - £17.024 pro-rata depending on experience.
To request a job description and person specification or an informal visit to the Stratton Street Methodist Church Community Centre please contact Richard Stanton 01902 453234/strattonstreetcc@gmail.com
 
Deadline for applications: 22/07/2024
 Stratton St Methodist Church Community Centre
Park Village
Wolverhampton
WV10 9AJ
 01902 453234
strattonstreetcc@gmail.com
 

 

3Generate newsletter

If you are still thinking about volunteering or bringing a group to 3Gnererate you can find out more here.

 

Journey of the Magi - Spring Dance Company

Anybody who came to Walsall Central Hall last year will know what an impressive presentation this is for all ages. Spring Dance Company have availability for this year in any church is looking to put on such an event.

Journey of the Magi– a much-loved, family-friendly, festive frolic with a profound message for your church to host.

“Absolutely fabulous show. Wonderful mix of fun, wit, and meaning. It made me laugh and it made me cry all in a couple of minutes. (Hope you'll come back)" Richard, Poynton Methodist Church   

Share the joy and wonder of Christmas with your church and local community through this fast-paced, brilliantly witty yet poignant performance. The show offers a contemporary comparison between the journey the wise men took 2000 years ago and our own preparations in the run up to Christmas today. With sparkle, a soundtrack to keep toes tapping and awe-inspiring dance, Journey of the Magi delights audiences of all ages.

“The show was wonderful and it was such a thrill to have the hall buzzing - everyone was captivated. Inspired visual storytelling" Sue, Central Hall Methodist Church, Walsall 

“This event doubled our record church attendance. Our attendees really enjoyed it. Wonderful dance relating complex story concepts.” Revd Brian, St Chad’s Church, Coventry   

Springs is inviting churches to host a performance of Journey of the Magi, which will be available nationally from 22nd November – 22nd December 2024.  

Further information can be found on the Springs Dance Company website page:https://springsdancecompany.org.uk/productions/journey-of-the-magi/ by emailingtouring@springsdancecompany.org.ukor by calling 07775 628442. 

 

Stationing Advisory Committee Panel vacancies

We are particularly looking for new lay members of the SAC Panels, so if you are aware of anyone who may have the gifts as outlined here and so be able to serve in this way, please  get in touch with the District Office.
This is rewarding work and is restricted to a couple of days a year and only on Zoom!
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Trust Training for Managing Trustees

Calling all Treasurers, Finance Stewards, Ministers and anyone else who deals with, or is interested in, trusts that are held with TMCP.

TMCP are asked a variety of recurring questions about the trusts which we hold for you and so we are pleased to introduce our planned live and interactive training sessions for Managing Trustees regarding the various types of trusts that they may hold.  The sessions will cover the following areas:

  • The different types of trusts;
  • New bequests;
  • The relevant Standing Orders you need to know about;
  • Model Trust Directions; what they are and why are they needed;
  • Withdrawing funds;
  • The effects of the Charities Act 2022;
  • Merging Churches and
  • Shared churches & LEP’s.

It is proposed to initially hold three training sessions on the following dates and times, although more can be arranged if they prove to be in high demand:

  • Wednesday 24th July at 12:00pm
  • Thursday 8th August at 12:00pm
  • Monday 19th August at 18:30pm

It is not proposed to record these sessions but instead to record shorter videos on each of the topics listed above.  It would be helpful if you could send any questions which you wish to be covered ahead of the training sessions so that we build these into the sessions and videos.

Please register your interest by emailing legal@tmcp.org.uk and copying and pasting into the subject heading the unique reference in bold below:
NT – MT Trust Training 2024 [TMCP-M-03112-S207165]

Using the above reference in the subject line of your email, exactly as it appears above with the unique Tag in the square brackets, will ensure that all responses are automatically filed to this Matter on our Matter Management System and can be dealt with efficiently and responses reach you in good time.

 

If Managing Trustees have any queries then please contact TMCP for further assistance 

 

3Generate Bookings update

 

  • Volunteering We’ve been celebrating everyone who is part of the team at 3Generate during Volunteers Week recently. There are some crucial roles that still need filling. Come and be a village host in the camping area, guide others around the event as a steward or support children and young people with additional needs. You can make a real difference by joining the team. Find out more about the range of roles on offer here:  https://vimeo.com/954311225?share=copy

 

 

 

 
Many thanks,
 
Felix Hanif-Banks (he/him)
Administrator, Children Youth & Families
Mobile: 07985334810
 

 

Save the Date

The District is planning a gathering for all paid and voluntary lay people.
 
29th January 2025 10.00am – 2.30pm.

Venue to be decided.
 

 

Part-time Families Outreach Worker needed

Stafford Methodist Circuit seek someone to work alongside Berkswich Methodist Church, to be a Christian presence in the community, bringing the Gospel to children and families.

The Church is in an area comprising both existing, new, and growing housing estates with several local primary schools.

The role involves:
 - Working alongside the wider Church family,
- sharing the good news of the Gospel in the community,
- building on the existing relationships with the primary schools;
- Supporting existent and developing new children’s, youth, and family initiatives within the Church;
Are you able to develop friendly and supportive relationships?
Are you a good communicator and have a passion for sharing the love of Christ with children, young people, and their families?
Are you willing to support Stafford Methodist Circuit’s overall vision of an open and inclusive Christian Community?
If you would like to know more, please contact admin@staffmc.org.uk for Job Description & Person Specification
Families Outreach Worker 25 hours per week Salary: £16,315 per annum Fixed term – until August 2026
Closing date for applications: 23rd July 2024
 

 

Latest Safeguarding Training Dates

Advanced Courses arranged in the following Circuits in 2024.
Please contact Stephanie Bradley to book or for venue information and times via the following email address: stephaniebradley@birminghammethodist.org.uk
 
3/8 – Stafford – Trinity MC – ST16 2BZ – 0945 hrs registration
5/10 – Vale of Stour 0945hrs registration
12/10 – Wolverhampton – St Johns MC – 0945hrs registration
19/10 – Black Country Circuit – Leabrook MC – 0945hrs registration
9/11 – Carrs Lane Centre Birmingham – 0945hrs registration
 
Also for online courses use this link – its uploaded with new options regularly
 
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/neil-hutchinson-learning-and-development-officer-86574095023

New Foundation Training 
The new foundation training will be available soon – we are just waiting for Connexion to finalise & then myself & Sue Holder will deliver the training to all circuit trainers – hopefully around September time.  Also the new material is available to order from Methodist Publishing.
 

 

District Children's Activities Support Fund

As we have now spent all of the surplus District Children's Holiday monies I wanted to share with you some details of where and what it has funded in the hope that Churches will still apply for funding which is now available through the District Advance Fund.
 
Total amount Paid out to Churches since 2020  £16202
Number of Projects supported  39
Number of Churches supported 32
 
What types of projects have been approved?
Pop up Spaces
Holiday Clubs
Christmas Activity bags
Breakfast Clubs
Lego clubs
Books for reading initiatives
Summer Clubs
Special needs groups
After School clubs
 
So if you have a project coming up please apply for funding (up to £500) using the application form linked to this and forward to Tim Lorimer at childrensfunding2024@gmail.com
 
Note the change of email address.
 

 

 

 

 

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