Update

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There are various training events booked - check out http://www.seba-baptist.org.uk/training.htm for more information

Events/Info/Resources:

Events

N:Vision – Leader’s Retreat Evening: Tuesday 24th January 2012 // Dalesdown - Another opportunity to spend an evening with fellow youth and children’s leaders whilst being pampered with good food, worship and lots of goodies too. This event was so popular last year we were over subscribed, so early booking is advised. More info soon from: www.nvision.uk.net

Hand in Hand / Children’s & Family Ministries Conference:
3rd – 5th February 2012 // Devonshire Theatre Complex, Eastbourne - Over fifty organisations and ministries working hand-in-hand with you: supporting your children's and family ministries in your local area through access to training and resources. For more information and details on how to book, go to:
www.familyministry.co.uk/Publisher/Article.aspx?ID=270467  

Hand in Hand / Schools: Saturday 4th February 2012 // Devonshire Theatre Complex, Eastbourne - If you are a primary school teacher who wants to know more about what Christian organisations and your local churches can offer your school then we’d be delighted to welcome you at Hand-in-Hand Schools. For more information and details on how to book, go to:
www.familyministry.co.uk/Publisher/Article.aspx?ID=270467

Naturally Supernatural: 15th – 18th February 2012 // Congress Theatre, Eastbourne - A conference for the whole church to learn more about the Holy Spirit, the gifts He gives and how we can use those gifts to see people’s lives changed. Hosted by Mike Pilavachi and Andy Croft, and featuring guest speaker Christy Wimber For more information and details on how to book, go to: www.naturallysupernatural.co.uk   

Toolbox The Conference: Saturday 3rd March 2012 // The Hayesbrook School, Tonbridge - A day full of ideas, inspiration, resources, workshops, worship and much more to inform your ministry amongst children and young people, all for just £15, or £12 if you book by 7th February. Organised by KEYCOG (Kent Ecumenical Youth & Children's Officers’ Group) the day will run from 9.30am until 5pm. For further information:  www.seba-baptist.org.uk/keycog.htm
To book please contact Sarah Cabella: 01634 560024 / sarah.cabella@rochester.anglican.org

N:Vision – ADORE: Sunday 11th March 2012 // Warden Park School, Cuckfield - Get the date in your diary now so that you don’t miss out. More information soon at www.nvision.uk.net

BigChurchDayOut: Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd June 2012 // Wiston House, West Sussex - The dates for 2012 have just been released and the event promises an outstanding lineup never seen before at any UK event! For 2012 the Main Stage programme will increase from 6 to 12 acts, with many different on each day. Tickets will go on sale in November.
www.bigchurchdayout.com   

N:Vision – ADORE Sunday 14th October 2012 // Warden Park School, Cuckfield - Get the date in your diary now so that you don’t miss out. More information soon at www.nvision.uk.net

“Lumen - Shine Brighter” - Youthwork The Conference: 23rd – 25th November 2012 // Devonshire Theatre Complex, Eastbourne - Book before the end of December and come for just £75! Book online or call 01825 746535 www.youthworkconference.co.uk

Info & Resources

Big Bible Verse Challenge - John Hardwick writes: I don't want you to miss the opportunity of learning a key Bible Verse each week by watching it on a video on the website, Facebook or Youtube. Each week I plan to upload a new video so by the end of 2012 you could have learnt 52 Bible Verses.

Please pass it on and tell a friend! Tell your church leadership as it's an ideal item to put into the all-age slot, this is for all-ages! Check it out on the website www.johnhardwick.org.uk/general/bbvc  Join the Facebook page and tell your facebook friends! www.facebook.com/groups/TheBigBibleVerseChallenge/
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Holiday Club Resource – The Sports Academy Holiday Club: A new book written by John Hardwick that is a five-day holiday club plan, complete and ready-to-run. www.barnabasinchurches.org.uk/9781841014333/?utm_source=bicenews&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=bicnov11

MiDAS Minibus Courses:
Here are some future dates for MiDAS courses all at KCVYS, Unit 17, 105 Hopewell Business Centre, Hopewell Drive, Luton, Chatham, Kent, ME5 7DX.
• January 2012     3rd / 12th / 20th / 25th / 30th
From the 1st April courses cost £52.50 for Voluntary Organisations / £65.00 for other groups. Please note a course will only take place if we have sufficient numbers of candidates. Candidates must take their drivers license with them on the day. Midas Restrictions require you to be over 21 and held a full UK license for 2 years. Over 70’s need a medical. If you passed your test after the 01/01/97 you cannot take a Midas test unless you are driving as a volunteer. To book at place please contact kcvys@hotmail.com and don’t forget to mention that you are from SEBA. More info from KCVYS: 01634 780501 / www.kentcvys.org.uk

Olympics 2012 - "Helping churches like yours make the most of the 2012 Games" - At a recent SEBA Executive meeting, Rev David Pile spoke about his work with the London Baptist Association as the Baptist Olympic and Paralympic Church Engagement Co-Ordinator. David's role is to encourage churches (not just in London) to get involved with the London Games. You can view his PowerPoint presentation at www.seba-baptist.org.uk/visualfiles.htm. The power-point shows how your church and/or folk from your church can get involved in the Olympics next year. If you have any questions you can always speak directly to David and you will find his contact details on the London Baptist Association web-site http://londonbaptist.org.uk/contact-us/regional-ministry-team/david-pile.html  

2012 Weblinks

More than Gold: Have a look at their website for ideas, resources, links and up to date news: www.morethangold.org.uk

Torch Relay: Have a look at www.morethangold.org.uk/service/the-torch-relay  for details of where the torch will go and for ideas on how you could use this as a focus for outreach and mission.

Just Go // Olympic Summer Mission: To register or for more info: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=gfgxwigab&oeidk=a07e4ivo0dl63dd1913

Queens Diamond Jubilee // The Big Lunch: More info about Big lunch can be found at www.thebiglunch.com/about/jubilee-2012.php

SEBA Blog: Have you checked out the youth section on the SEBA website recently including the regular ‘Chronicles from Church Street’? Have a look at www.seba-baptist.org.uk/update.htm

Coming soon

TRAINING: Food Safety in Catering
(Formerly known as Food Hygiene) I do bring in outside trainers for this so need to make sure that any courses booked have sufficient delegates to make them both time and cost effective.
TRAINING: First Aid
Between eight and twelve candidates are needed to make running an Emergency First Aid at Work Course cost and time effective. If you are requiring First Aid training please do chat with others in your church / area to see if you can get a group together which would make it possible to book a course in your church. Annual refresher course should be booked direct with the trainer, Ian.

TRAINING: Safeguarding Children / Working with Vulnerable Adults
If you are in need of training, please do get in contact with me. I am happy to come to individual churches or networks.

Contact Details
Please make sure that you let me know any changes in contact details so that I can keep my records up to date and ensure that any information sent reaches the right people. Thank you
Maeve