Training

The Church of Scotland Training Modules

Church of Scotland Learning modules and resources are available for everyone in our congregations to encourage and equip you in your discipleship journey.

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Presbytery Training Opportunities

1. Leading Worship –  12th September, 10th & 31st October 2026

Please note this course requires the written support of your minister or interim moderator to attend.

This seminar is for those who are part of a worship team in their congregation. It goes through the preparation of a service of worship, the resources available to provide help and finishes with the groups preparing and delivering a short service.

This course is run over 3 sessions of 6 hours and involves some work between sessions.

 It will offer an understanding of the purpose of worship and look at techniques and the range of resources which are available. 

 Part 1 will deal with the Bible & Prayer in worship, along with speaking techniques.  

Part 2 will consider Music in worship and preparing a talk/reflection and how to bring it all together.  

Part 3 As part of the seminar there will be an exercise to prepare and deliver a short act of worship.

2. Eldership today. 21st November 2026

What is it to be an elder in the 21st. century? This seminar looks at the role of the elder as part of the leadership team of the congregation.

  Topics covered will include:-

·               The role of the elder.

·               Leadership role of the elder.

·               The responsibilities of the Kirk Session.

·               How to be an effective member of the Kirk Session.

·               How to carry out the main tasks of the Kirk Session.

This course is for, those considering the eldership, those new to the eldership and experienced elders wishing to review the role.

3. Pastoral & Bereavement Visiting –  14th November 2026

 This seminar deals with Pastoral visiting skills, listening skills and practical guidelines for visitors.

The bereavement session looks at how we relate to and support individuals and families who have experienced bereavement by looking at the Experiences of bereavement and the process of mourning.

All the courses are all held on a Saturday, and will be held in the Perth area form 10am to approx. 4pm

Further information will be issued shortly once a location has been arranged.

To submit your note of interest in attending please email Alex Rae at fourraes@btinternet.com