
Jointly hosted by the Archdiocese of Liverpool and Dioceses of Hexham and Newcastle, and Northampton.
The following webinars have been designed to help us grow together as a synodal Church. Whether you’ve been guiding a pastoral council for years or are just beginning to explore the idea, these sessions will offer practical insights, helpful tools, and real-life resources.
Unpacking the language and exploring what councils are meant to do with guest speaker Avril Baigent, Director of Pastoral Development, Diocese of Northampton
Good meetings, honest hearts, and healthy relationships with guest speaker Fr Shaun O’Neill, Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle
Who does what (and why it matters) – finding your place without stepping on toes with guest speaker Sarah Adams, Director for the Department of Adult Education and Evangelisation, Diocese of Clifton.
The way we work together – culture, behaviours, & not being a thorn in one another’s side with guest speaker Danny Curtin, Catholic speaker and facilitator.
Letting the Spirit lead, proper listening – see what’s going on, hear what God’s saying with guest speaker Fr Matthew Nunes, Archdiocese of Liverpool.
Casting a vision that fits your Patch – discernment that’s down to earth & led by love. 10th March 2026, 7pm – 8pm with guest speaker Jordan Kelly, UK Lead, Divine Renovation
Decisions, decisions…making choices that serve others, knowing where the line is. 21st April 2026, 7pm – 8pm with guest speaker Austen Ivereigh, Catholic speaker and writer.
We don’t always agree – and that’s alright – conflict that doesn’t hurt. 12th May 2026, 7pm – 8pm with guest speaker David Wells, Catholic speaker and writer
Celebrating wins, learning from losses, and seeing God in the lot. 16th June 2026, 7pm – 8pm with guest speaker TBC.