Tag Archives: Lichfield Diocese

Developing leadership in a changing church

Posted on June 9, 2011 by neilrobbie

I am one of 12 new incumbents (vicars) on an 18-month training programme called “developing leadership in a changing church.”  The programme has been run for ten years by four Church of England dioceses; Lichfield, Coventry, Birmingham and Worcester.  The … Continue reading →

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Christian Vision for Men – Men and Motives #1

Posted on April 5, 2011 by neilrobbie

Here’s my notes from last Saturday’s “Men and Motives” day delivered by Andy Drake from Christian Vision for Men (CVM) in conjunction with the Diocese of Lichfield. If a child comes to faith, 3% of their families follow. If a … Continue reading →

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Ministry Development Review and the danger of high expectations

Posted on February 23, 2011 by neilrobbie

I’m doing my bi-annual MDR (Ministry Development Review).  It’s a useful process which identifies my strengths and weakness, highlights areas for training, gives the church the opportunity to feedback and sets priorities for the next two years.  The 180° review … Continue reading →

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Job ad: Ministry trainee at Holy Trinity

Posted on June 16, 2009 by neilrobbie

If you are someone, or know someone, who is looking for experience in Christian ministry, training in bible teaching and who wants to make a difference for Christ in West Bromwich where social deprivation is relatively high, we have a … Continue reading →

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