Pastoral Care Training – Part One
Below is the information sent out by the diocesse but you can also visit the diocesian web site were the role of Pastoral care is discussed.
https://www.chelmsford.anglican.org/lay-ministry/pastoral-assistant
The next Pastoral Care course starts in January 2023
This pastoral care course is an introduction to pastoral care skills rooted in a Christian context and is suitable for all who are in some way involved in caring informally for others and wish to develop their pastoral skills and grow their pastoral role within their church.
This is the first of two pastoral courses leading to becoming an Authorised Pastoral Assistant in the Chelmsford Diocese.
How do I apply?
For an application form contact Diane Hardy, Course Administrator, by phone on 01245 294449 or by email to [email protected]
Revd Caroline Brown will also need to email Diane Hardy supporting your application.
How long is the course?
There are seven sessions in all, which may be spread over seven weeks or four full days.
What will I learn?
The course content includes:
- Understanding what pastoral care comprises
- The Christian basis of pastoral care
- Offering pastoral care in our churches
- Qualities of a good listener
- Listening and responding skills
- A holistic approach to pastoral care
- Prayer in pastoral ministry
- Expectations and boundaries in pastoral ministry
- Supporting the bereaved
- Safe practice
How will I be assessed?
There are two assessed activities which are about your pastoral care experience within your church. Full attendance at course sessions is also necessary to complete the learning.
What next?
On successful completion of this course, you may further develop your pastoral care role within your church and may then progress onto the Part 2 Pastoral Care Course leading to becoming an Authorised Pastoral Assistant.
For more information please contact Diane Hardy, Course Administrator Tel: 01245 294449 or Email: [email protected]
Alternatively contact Hazel Kempton, Pastoral Assistant Training Co-ordinator Tel: 01245 294456 or Email: [email protected]