A Conference of the Laity
The informal day will include an appropriate mix of talks, worship and interactive sessions.
The conference will provide the space and opportunity for members of the laity to take time to reflect on the distinctive and sacred vocation that God has given them in so many different and significant ways. |
Keynote address - 'A different life'
We are all called to live out our Christian life in different settings.
How can we best learn from our experiences, and support each other and those we meet, to help us lead a
Christ-centred life?
We are all called to live out our Christian life in different settings.
How can we best learn from our experiences, and support each other and those we meet, to help us lead a
Christ-centred life?
Keynote Speaker - Ruth Ward
Ruth Ward is a qualified solicitor. Having worked in law firms in the City of London for 30 years, Ruth took on a new role in June 2019, as Director of Knowledge for HM Government’s Legal Department. Ruth lives in Oxford, where her husband Canon Robin Ward is Principal of St. Stephen’s House. Ruth has been a trustee for a number of church-related charities for over 25 years and is a Guardian of the Shrine of our Lady of Walsingham. |
In the afternoon there will be a choice of workshops themed around 'four mores' - more complete
- more converted to Jesus Christ - more generous - more engaged The conference will conclude at 15:30 with a service of Benediction. To reserve a place at the conference, simply click here and complete the form, or call Bradley Smith on: 07931 527724 |
Outline Programme 10:00 Coffee & registration 10:30 Keynote address 12:00 Mass (celebrated by Bishop Martin) 12: 45 Lunch * 14:00 Workshops 15:30 Benediction * Please bring a packed lunch - hot drinks will be available The conference will be chaired in the morning by John Booth, and in the afternoon by Brian Hanson. |