From Anger to Action: Effective Ministry in the North East in a Time of National Fragmentation - Newcastle Cathedral

We think it is true: a lot of people in the North East seem to feel angry and forgotten'. Some are turning to Christian nationalism. Others find increasingly polarised outlets. Our communities seem fragmented, and many of us struggle with how to reach across these divides. We are disciples of Christ; we want to be alongside people. To do so, we may wish to work through our faith using the tools of organising to respond to these questions:

* We need to repent turn back to God from those practices that have insulated us from the anger that is suppurating in our neighbourhoods. What does repentance look like for us? Where should our attention be?
* Who is giving people in the North East hope? And because we know that hope has to be resourced, how do we resource hope?
* How does this become discipleship?
* How does organising work in this?

Led by the Centre for Theology and Community, this workshop will address these questions and work with each of us to identify ways we can do effective ministry alongside our communities. Well gather insights brought by you to create a toolkit tailored to North East ministry, sent out after the workshop. We will also foster a network of practice so we can all continue to be in touch about how we best address fragmentation in our North East communities.

This workshop is organised by the Clergy Caucus of Tyne and Wear Citizens, with support from:The Church of England, Diocese of Newcastle, Jesmond United Reformed Church, Northern Synod of the United Reformed Church, Newcastle Cathedral, Roman Catholic Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle, St Jamess United Reformed Church, St Michael and All Angels Church Houghton-le-Spring, and the Salvation Army North East Division.

Please note: This event will take place in a space at Newcastle Cathedral that has level access. Full details on the space's location will be provided to attendees in advance.