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| Training - Faith Guiding Course (Nov 2011) |
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Faith Guiding Courses Nov 2011 in the West Midlands
Course now in progress. Enquiries about future courses to the Co-ordinator, Ruth Tetlow ruthtetlow@btinternet.com
The Faith Encounter Programme seeks to train people of all faiths in Birmingham as Faith Guides, so that places of worship are better equipped to offer high quality educational visits.
70 people of 8 different faiths in the West Midlands have successfully completed the course so far.
We are looking for participants from all the major religious traditions represented in Birmingham: Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, & Sikh.
Minor traditions are not excluded if they have a place of worship.
| Information regarding this course |
- Duration - 10th Nov 2011 - 9th Feb 2012
- Time - Every Thursday 6:00pm - 9:00pm (2 week breax for christmas)
- Location - Lozells Methodist Community Centre
Address: 113, Lozells St, Birmingham, B19 2AP
Tel: 0121 554 9360
Who can apply?
There will be 20 places available.
Applicants must be over the age of 18 and have the ability to communicate well in English.
Applications are welcomed from practising members of any faith community. In addition to completing the application form, applicants need to submit a reference from a leader of their local place of worship
Application forms
Phone or email the Course Director: Ruth Tetlow 0121 449 4892
Fees
The course is offered at the discounted rate of £33, which is the registration fee to the Institute of Tourist Guiding. This may be subsidised by the place of worship. Concessions may be available.
Assessment
A one hour written exam
A short guided tour
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The aims are achieved through the study of three key areas:
- 1. Knowledge of and ability to communicate the guide’s own faith
- 2. Awareness of, and competence in, tour guiding skills
- 3. Understanding of other faith traditions
The course will include four visits to places of worship of different faiths.
Participants will be given opportunities to engage with each other in discussion and questioning, and the sessions will include plenty of practice in guiding skills. Private study, including the keeping of a journal, will be required.
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Through this course you can enhance your skills and gain an Institute of Tourist Guiding Certificate (Level 2 qualification)
Click here to contact the co-ordinator | Download course information
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Why?
Birmingham has enjoyed an excellent reputation for many years as a city of
many cultures, where relationships between different groups of people have
been generally positive. However, the city is not immune to pressures from
the national and international context, and faith communities have a valuable
role in building bridges.
All faith communities, and minority faith communities in particular, need to be
able to present themselves with confidence and integrity, and to counter
misinformation and misunderstanding. Those in positions of responsibility in
public life also need to gain a deeper understanding of the motivations,
principles and practices of all the faith communities.
Faith Guides help to address both these needs and thus make an important
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Management
These course is provided by the Faith Encounter Programme which is an
independent registered charity (no.1124521) and a member of the West
Midlands Faiths Forum. It has been supported by the Department of Communities and Local
Government.
It is chaired by the Inter Faith Adviser to the Anglican Bishop of Birmingham
and managed by leading members of Birmingham’s six major faith
communities. The course is directed by Ruth Tetlow MA, PGCE, M Phil
(Interreligious Relations).
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A report is available giving a full evaluation of the first Faith Guiding course. It would be of interest if you are thinking of developing a similar venture.
Email the co-ordinator if you would like a copy.
To e-mail the co-ordinator, Mrs. Ruth Tetlow please visit our contact us page or use the following e-mail address: ruthtetlow@btinternet.com. |
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