The Barnabas Conference - Seminars

The Barnabas Conference

We are busy making the final plans for 'The Barnabas Conference' which is taking place on 05 October. We believe it is going to be really significant event for our church, and for other churches who are booking delegates in. I want to let you know some more information regarding the seminars that are taking place on the day. There will be four options as follows: Social Justice and Politics – Natalie Williams Christians are more likely to vote and join political parties than average, but should we be involved in politics? And, if so, how do we get involved and how involved should we get? In this seminar we'll explore the why, when and how of churches and Christians engaging in politics, influencing decision-makers and standing up for justice.   Social Enterprise – Geoff Knott Rethinking the business/charity divide. How can we create innovative ways of achieving social impact whilst creating economic value and effective businesses? Some of these will be social enterprises - a growing, worldwide movement of businesses that exist to change the world for the better. Businesses that trade to tackle social problems, improve communities, people’s life chances, or the environment. Businesses need business people. These are not grant maintained social initiatives. How can the Church encourage such entrepreneurship? Geoff will be taking a deeper look.   Local Partnerships – Martin Charlesworth Effective social action and community engagement often requires partnerships – with other churches, with other agencies, with local authorities, with Christian national charities. How do we best approach such partnerships? What can we learn from examples in other parts of the country?   Evangelism and social action – Miles Jarvis How do these two vital parts of the Christian life interact? What would the early church have said if this question was even raised?! This seminar will discuss the role evangelism has within social action and why this should even be an issue. The Gospel of the Kingdom, holistic mission and other key issues will be explored in this interactive seminar. As well as these superb seminars the day will include main sessions, worship, networking groups and interviews. It is going to be great day. If you have not yet booked your place go to... http://www.tkc.org.uk/Articles/365013/The_Kings_Church/Events/Barnabas_Conference.aspx There is special rate for TKC members. I really hope you can make this day; God has called us to be a church known as having a heart for the poor that will extend out amongst our community.  I believe this day is a key stepping stone in us moving forward in this area.