The second of five Lent sermons based around the God for All Vision Refresh and recorded by Bishop Emma is now available.
The recording is recommended for Sunday 28 February, the second Sunday of Lent, and includes a reading from Mark 8: 31-38. It explores the theme of 'Follow Daily'.
All five sermons have now been recorded and have been shared with all clergy via a downloadable link, allowing them to use the films in forthcoming services. All five sermons are also uploaded to the God for All YouTube channel and further website resources are available here.
Lent Interviews - BBC Radio Cumbria
Meanwhile click above to watch the first in a series of five interviews between Bishop Emma and BBC Radio Cumbria's Richard Corrien which explore the God for All Lent resources.
APCM - Important Information
The Diocese has today (Friday 26 February) written to all incumbents, Priests in Charge, PCC Secretaries and Rural Deans, providing new advice for Annual Parochial Church Meetings, Vestry Meetings, the Admission of Churchwardens in 2021 and a Parochial Data Audit.
The letter explains that, under the Church Representation Rules 2020, all APCMs should be completed by 31 of May 2021. Where possible, this should be adhered to.
If not possible, a Bishop’s Instrument will be in place to allow an extension of this deadline to 30 June 2021.A Bishop’s Instrument is also in place to allow APCMs (along with other meetings) to be held virtually, using video or phone technology, or a mixture of face to face and virtually. Please follow all necessary COVID guidance at the time of the meetings.
During the last few weeks the team at the diocese's Christian retreat and conference center, Rydal Hall, have been working behind the scenes and are excited to announce the launch of a revamped new website.
It provides a brand new look and feel, with new features to showcase all that Rydal Hall has to offer, providing a more user-friendly website that allows all guests to navigate and book online in just a few clicks.
The Archbishop of York's latest book will be published on Thursday 4 March
In the book - Dear England: Finding Hope, Taking Heart and Changing the World - Archbishop Stephen Cottrell writes a letter to the country on why the Christian narrative still makes sense today.
To launch the book, the Archbishop will be in conversation with Adrian Chiles on Wednesday 3 March at 7pm. To receive access to this FREE event register here.
Tickets are free but you may like to consider donating to the Archbishop of York Youth Trust. Find out more and donate here.
Richard Passmore, Northern Mission Centre Director, writes:
It has been great to see churches either replicate or adapt their services into the online space during lockdown.
It so encouraging to see how we can all be a little bit more pioneering weather in a Time Honoured or Fresh Expression of church.
One tool that has been developed recently is the Pioneer Spectrum and the image shows how pioneering happens across a range of spaces not just done by a long haired weirdo over there.
I have shared this tool with a deanery Chapter and with the SSMs network both finding it really helpful. If you would like me to come (virtually or in person) to explore the spectrum more in your context do get in touch.
A Digital Helping Hand
The Church of England's Digital team is set to run two new digital webinars next month.
Digital in a Rural Parish explores the opportunities and challenges of digital media for rural churches, in partnership with Hereford Diocese. Up for discussion - tips on how to live stream, the essential basic equipment, and exploring how to simultaneously manage in-person and online services. Date: Wednesday, 3 March 2 - 3.45pm. Click here to register.
Digital Evangelism on TikTok includes input from the Rev Anne Beverley, who in the last year has grown her church TikTok channel to more than 50K followers (take a look here). Up for discussion - channel growth, content creation tips, secrets to going viral, and how to pastor to a christian and non-christian audience through the platform. Date: Friday, 12 March 11am - 12pm. Click here to register.
Diocesan Job Vacancies
The Diocese of Carlisle is looking for a Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor to be based in Penrith who will:
• Support the development of safeguarding arrangements, good practice, policy, and
training
• Advise the diocese on all safeguarding matters
• Work collaboratively with the National Safeguarding Team
• Refer allegations of abuse to statutory authorities and ensure the provision of appropriate
advice and support to survivors and victims of abuse
• Ensure those who pose a risk are appropriately supported and managed
The Diocese of Carlisle is looking for a Growing Younger Enabler to be based in Penrith who will:
• Support the development of youth and young adult ministries within the county
• Lead the Intern scheme
• Be responsible for Deanery Network Youth Church appointments and their support and
development
• Empower networks of local practitioners in Cumbria that support the implementation of
the Diocesan Strategy, including mission among children and young people and their
families
• Work with key colleagues to develop pathways for young adult leadership training and
vocations
This job involves managing a vibrant community based youth project delivering quality youth work in south Carlisle.
It is a rewarding role with a supportive board of trustees and experienced staff team. 20 hours per week, £15 per hour.
Deadline for applications is noon on Friday 19March, with interviews on Friday 26March.This post is subject to a DBS check and references will be taken.
To request an application form and more information, contact the Rev Alun Jones (Chair, The Rock Youth Project) at alun52@sky.com or 01228 523375.
Talking Toddlers Webinar
Explore ways to engage with families and their toddlers at this free webinar next week.
Join the Evangelical Alliance and HOPE Together for theTalking Toddlers event which will consider lockdown, wellbeing and Easter outreach opportunities and takes p[lace on Friday 12 March from 10am to 11.30am. Click here for more details.
Youth Confirmation Resource
’Live Life’ is fresh and flexible resource that introduces young people to the Christian faith and prepares them for Confirmation within the Anglican Church.
It is offered up by the Diocese of Bristol and through ten interactive and engaging sessions ‘Live Life’ aims to create safe spaces for young people to discuss, question and deepen their understanding of God.
Each session follows a familiar and flexible structure with practical guidance for enthusiastic volunteers through to experienced youth workers and church leaders. Click here for the downloadable resources.
Listed Place Of Worship Grants
The Historic Religious Buildings Alliance reports the Government has announced that the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme will be renewed this year, operating on the same terms as previously.
This is the scheme which allows listed places of worship to claim a sum equal to VAT which has been paid on repairs and alterations. It was due to cease running at the end of this financial year.
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During the last few weeks the team at the diocese's Christian retreat and conference center, Rydal Hall, have been working behind the scenes and are excited to announce the launch of a r
Richard Passmore, Northern Mission Centre Director, writes:
Explore ways to engage with families and their toddlers at this free webinar next week.
The Historic Religious Buildings Alliance reports the Government has 
