Equipping Older People’s Ministry Course

St Padarn’s is pleased to offer a further 4-day residential course aimed at helping develop and resource ministry to older people.

This interactive course will include group discussion, workshops and personal reflection time, as well as presentations and sharing of materials and resources for ministry.

Where and when will the course take place?

The course will run as a residential at St Padarn’s Institute, Cardiff over 4 days on the 6-9 June 2025

What will be covered?

• Older people's ministry in the Welsh context
• The nature of ageing and spirituality
• Spirituality and those living with dementia
• The skills needed for chaplaincy to older people.
• The Anna Chaplaincy model of ministry

Do I need any particular skills or qualifications to apply for the course?

No, the key requirement is simply a heart and passion for ministering to older people in both church and local community contexts. You may already have an established ministry, or be looking to develop one.

Please note that if you have already completed the Anna Chaplaincy training, there is no need to apply for this particular course as it will cover much of the same content.

Who will be able to apply?

All clerics and LLMs currently serving in the Church in Wales. There will be a limited number of places available, but if capacity allows, we are open to receiving applications from others such as pastoral care team leaders or other lay people already exercising this important ministry in their church and/or local community.

How do I apply?

Please register your interest below

Will there be a charge?

No, all fees for the course will be covered by St Padarn’s, and accommodation and full board will also be provided free of charge. Each participant will also be provided with the Anna Chaplaincy Handbook free of charge at the outset of the course.

Please note however that St Padarn’s is unable to reimburse travel costs associated with the course. These should be reclaimed via the participant’s Ministry Area or Diocese.

Who do I contact if I have any queries or concerns?

If you’d like more information, please contact Sally Rees who is the Course Leader, Anna Chaplaincy Lead for Wales, and Bishop’s Officer for Older People’s Ministry in the Diocese of Swansea and Brecon. Sally’s email: sallyrees50@gmail.com