Caring for ourselves
Caring for ourselves
This two-session course is designed to equip pastoral carers to support their own holistic wellbeing. Supporting wellbeing is essential for pastoral carers as it protects carers from overload, compassion fatigue and burnout. As such, it also supports the ministry of pastoral care to be safe and sustainable for both the pastoral carer and those being cared for.
Who is encouraged to join?
This course is aimed at pastoral carers and pastoral team leaders in any ministry context.
What key topics are covered?
- Discussion and definition of wellbeing
- Good practice in pastoral care
- Jesus’ practice
- Challenges of self-care
- Biblical models of self-care
- Reflective practice models
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered online via Zoom. The sessions involve teaching, PowerPoint presentation, discussion in breakout rooms and time for individual self-reflection. A workbook is provided for individual notes.
Course dates
2 Wednesday evenings at 7pm-9pm
4 November and 11 November 2026
Ticket options
Standard
Non Members cost £40
Members cost £35 (please login to access your discount)
If you have a Pastoral care organisational membership and would like to book more than one place (you are entitled up to five places at members rate) please email: pastoral@acc-uk.org
Wednesday 4th Nov, 2026, 19:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 11th Nov, 2026, 19:00 - 21:00
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Please note that the price specified is for one person. If you are from the same church/household, please use separate devices to join the course if possible, for breakout room discussions.
Please also note we do not offer refunds; in exceptional circumstances please email pastoral@acc-uk.org (this does not affect your statutory rights).
The session will take place on zoom and will not be recorded.