A First Move in Ministry? – for those in years 4&5 of Ministry
A First Move in Ministry? is a fully funded, reflection and conversation space for Ministers considering a move or re-invitation for the first time. The gathering comes in the spring of a minister's fourth year in ministry, at the point where decisions are being made about whether to seek a re-invitation or to enter stationing.
The space is structured around facilitated small group conversation & peer review and of course, includes time for personal reflection and worship. The aim is to provide time and space for ministers to reflect on their present experiences and consider their aspirations for the future.
Circuits have been asked to encourage Ministers affected to get involved as indicated in the Code of Practice for stationing and this is a very strongly recommended event for anyone in this phase of ministry. You may value a conversation with your District Chair who will be aware that such an event is happening.
If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to contact us via email at cdim@methodistchurch.org.uk
We are currently considering venues for an event to be held 7-8 April 2027.
Comments from previous participants
“All very helpful! Continue all that you have been doing! Group sessions – great! Cell group sessions – great! Creative worship – great! Information sessions – great!”
“Overall this was an excellent retreat. Please keep going with the wonderful worship, the small groups, the opportunities for reflection and the tools for reflection. Also the session on how the stationing process works”
This work has been made possible by generous funding from Benefact Trust.