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MA Lecturer @CMSpioneer and Postdoctoral Research Fellow @roehamptonUni. Currently working on @edgylearning project. On @TARN_Roe steering committee.

Reading, uk
Joined February 2009
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Thinking about engaging with theological action research and the four voices of theology in your research? The theological action research training run by TARN might be just what you're looking for. The next training takes place on 3rd and 4th June via Zoom.
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Still some places for a June start.
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Still time to book:
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⏰23 April 2-3pm. There is still time to register for this free taster session with @Helen4voices @_jamesb & David Dadswell: Enabling good conversations. eventbrite.com/e/discover-yo…
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Some of the TARN team are involved in running a free webinar on enabling good conversations. In TARN we're all about having good conversations - do check it out.
Are you in a role where you offer help? Do you have to communicate clearly & with care? We are offering a free, one hour, interactive online session "Enabling good conversations" Register: eventbrite.co.uk/e/cmd-sessi…
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Looking forward to running this with @_jamesb and David Dadswell.
We are running a short, free session: Enabling Good Conversations. This session is particularly suited for those whose work in the church involves offering support to people or to churches. Thursday 23 April 2026 2pm-3pm. eventbrite.co.uk/e/cmd-sessi…
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What does it mean to be Christian in public life? Don't miss the 'Faith in Public' course by @CMSPioneer, equipping churches and Christian leaders to face the big political issues of our time. 📍Online + Manchester residential 🗓️ 21 and 28 April, 19 May; Residential 7 to 9 May 2026
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Wesley House is a great place to do online learning with a huge online library and a real welcome for those from different traditions.
Thinking about your professional development for 2026? We are taking applications now for the Enabling Skills in Ministry and Mission course. Just email [email protected] to set up an informal chat and see if it could be right for you.
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Latest enabling skills newsletter, out now. open.substack.com/pub/enabli…
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The next TARN training takes place on 20th November. Aimed at doctoral students and researcher, it will give you at taste of theological action research project through a participatory and conversational training day.
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Our latest newsletter is out including details of our upcoming training days, news of a new theological action research field guide, and how to get hold of Clare' and James' book at a much more reasonable price. mailchi.mp/2803b673db94/tarn…
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BOOKINGS NOW OPEN: The next TARN training run by @Helen4voices and @_jamesb takes place on 20th November. More details and how to register in the link in the thread.
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TARN Colloquium - Book now! Taking Stock and Moving Forward: Gathering – Discerning – Learning St John’s College, Durham Thursday 11th September to Friday 12th September 2:00 pm on Thursday – 3:30 pm on Friday theologyandactionresearch.ne…
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A great opportunity to meet and discuss Theological Action Research with those who have direct experience and those who are thinking of trying it. What would you like to discuss? Just drop us a line and we'll create the programme. @CBSOxford @TARN_Roe
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Latest Enabling Skills newsletter with a reflection on enabling as walking alongside from @_jamesb - open.substack.com/pub/enabli…
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Want to make a difference in your neighbourhood but not sure where to start? Join us for a webinar on 13 May, 1–2pm (UK). With Cathy Ross + guests sharing ways to begin local mission. James Butler @_jamesb Sheila Akomiah-Conteh John Wheatley Sign up: churchmissionsociety.org/blo…
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