Seminars
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I offer online training seminars for the wider church in Aotearoa.
My goal is to get the best speakers on the topics of most interest, to equip the church for mission and ministry in these tough times. |
May the God of peace –
who brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus – the great Shepherd of the sheep – through the blood of the everlasting covenant – equip you with all that is good – to live out God’s intentions and bring him joy – through Jesus Christ. Glory to God, forever and ever, amen! Hebrews 13:20-21 |
Pastoral Care training: 2 and 9 September 2025
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Training for: Anyone who offers pastoral care: e.g. people on pastoral teams, pastors, chaplains, volunteers. Seminar lead: Courtney Brown When: Two 1-hour webinars: Tuesday 2 and Tuesday 9 September at 9.00am Cost: $40 Register here |
Courtney Brown is a dynamic trainer, highly experienced in family and somatic therapy, and a passionate Christian. Her speciality is equine therapy, and she calls her work 'Holistic Horse Wisdom'. These two online sessions with Courtney will re-envigorate you for vital work of pastoral care!
Compassionate Reflective Listening is a heart-centered communication practice that fosters deeper connection, mutual understanding, and healing through presence, empathy, and intentional response. It’s especially powerful in pastoral care, church leadership, therapeutic settings, and personal relationships where spiritual and emotional integrity are essential.
Compassionate Reflective Listening is a heart-centered communication practice that fosters deeper connection, mutual understanding, and healing through presence, empathy, and intentional response. It’s especially powerful in pastoral care, church leadership, therapeutic settings, and personal relationships where spiritual and emotional integrity are essential.
Ministry Transitions: 17 September 2025
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Training for: Pastors and leadership who are considering, in, or recovering from a time of change.
Seminar lead: Rev. Silvia Purdie When? Wednesday 17 September, 1.30-3.00pm 1.5 hours webinar Cost: $30 Register here |
This 90 minute online seminar will cover the emotional, spiritual and pastoral aspects of concluding a ministry. Drawing deeply on Biblical themes, Silvia Purdie will present from her research into the unique challenges of ministry transitions. Includes practical pointers for ending well.
Silvia Purdie is a Presbyterian minister, counsellor and supervisor, based in Upper Hutt. Three years of extensive research and interviews formed her book, ‘Moving On: Grief in Ministry Transitions’. Purchase of Moving On is recommended:
e-book $20: https://philipgarsidebooks.com/products/moving-on-ebooks
Print book $38 from Silvia: [email protected]
Silvia Purdie is a Presbyterian minister, counsellor and supervisor, based in Upper Hutt. Three years of extensive research and interviews formed her book, ‘Moving On: Grief in Ministry Transitions’. Purchase of Moving On is recommended:
e-book $20: https://philipgarsidebooks.com/products/moving-on-ebooks
Print book $38 from Silvia: [email protected]
Faith-based Practice in Bicultural Space: 23 August 2025
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Training for: Counsellors, Pastors and Chaplains In-person event at Te Kakano o te Aroha marae in Lower Hutt Run by the NZ Christian Counsellors Association When? Saturday 23 August, 9.30am-3.30pm (5 hours PD) Cost: $65 (student discount available) Register here |
And more to come next year ...!
Links to other ministry training providers
Heaps of awesome people are doing cool things offering training for people in Aotearoa in ministry and leadership. Here's some to check out:
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Discipleship Pathway is a series of top-quality videos by Aotearoa's top people on various topics in mission, especially youth ministry. Brought to you by the Nelson Anglican Diocese.
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The Waiapu Certificate is designed as a pathway to introduce those without formal theological or biblical education to the language of the church. From the Anglican Diocese of Waiapu
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Webinars/Courses/Small Group Resources from the Baptist Centre for Lifelong Learning. Excellent webinar recordings and live training events coming up.
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