Elders are a valued and valuable ministry in the United Reformed Church.
The Synod offers a range of training options to inspire and equip elders to understand their role and fulfil it more effectively.
A free training and resource pack “Exploring Eldership” has been developed for elders by the URC – more details here
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New face to face training focusing on the elders’ role in spiritual leadership of local churches has been developed by the Synod Ministries Deployment Sub Committee enabling groups of elders to learn, reflect and discuss their roles with a skilled facilitator. It is being rolled out across the Synod in Spring 2025 so look out for the flyers and dates in your area – or see below
Saturday 17th January 10-2.30pm St Andrew’s URC Balham SW12 – for details click here
All elders must undertake safeguarding foundation level training, and there is optional training specifically for their trustee role
If you are curious about the role or considering becoming an elder please see this URC pamphlet
Page last updated 24 November 2024