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| Friday, 07 October 2011 18:05 |
Over view of the Partnering for Change ConferenceThe evolution of the programme is designed to lead us through the week as well as have topics inter linked throughout each day: Devotions: lead us from exploring the idea partnership example we see in the Trinity, through to the practical implications of God’s call to partner with us in his mission. Plenaries: build on the devotions and move us into considering the practical and ideological challenges we face as we consider the types of partnerships we need to consider if we are to involve more comprehensibly into transforming our communities together. The overall purpose is to create the space for participants to wrestle through the struggles of partnerships, have the space for theological reflection to undergird our thinking as we explore together our desire to see holistic transformation occur in our communities and with those we serve, acknowledging the need for increase cooperation and partnership. The conference is timely and relevant as we face the increasing needs in our world which we will only be able to impact when we think through the response together and compliment the gifts and skills God has five us. Day One: Monday 23rd April 2012 Devotion: Three in One Speaker: Joel Edwards The partnership between the Trinity is remarkable. Of special note is how they never criticise one another and always seek to elevate the other and recognise their complimentary roles. We will explore how this model can influence and teach us the richness that exists in partnership. Introductions Facilitator: Martin Lee Getting to know one another is an important part of building cooperative partnerships. Come prepared to share expectations and hopes for the week, as well as an opportunity to share about yourself – explore synergies. Day Two: Tuesday 24th April 2012 Devotion: Missio Dei Speaker: Joel Edwards In every partnership it is important to know the shared vision and goal – the objective we are aiming to work towards together. Have you ever wondered which the right perspective is:
We reflect together what the Mission Dei is that we are all called to participate in. Plenary One: Why Partner? Speaker: Elisa Padilla Having explored the Missio Dei the question arises why partner and in what way does this partnering reflect God’s purposes. Should we only seek partnerships with like-minded organisations or should we explore a wider cooperation – what does that look like and why should we pursue this?
Plenary Two: Partnering with Communities Speaker: CB Samuel If God’s mission is for restorations / redemption of all nations (all communities) then surely our first partnership that needs to be explored is with the communities we serve and live in? What are the good practices approaches and the imperative that guides us in the development of such partnerships. Would then involve partnerships outside of our Christian network? We need to explore all that this involves and challenge one another into considering being a part of community life. Tracks – each afternoon. In the afternoon seven tracks will be available for participants to select. They are made up of five sessions over the week and designed to unpack the topic in a consultative and instructive manner, with track facilitators combining teaching, with group work and discussions, so that each participant completes the track with resources and knowledge to apply in their organisations, church and community. The 7 tracks are:
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Facilitators: Roland Lubett and Samuel Musychi This is one of the hallmark tracks run at the CCD Conference and is targeting participants who are wanting to explore the principles and approaches in community development and practice. This tracks focuses on what holistic transformation involves and explores participation being at the heart of sustainable development.
Facilitator: Johannes Reimer In 2010 the CCDC explored what missional ecclesiology was. Many asked the practical question on how they could be involved in helping their church, their organisation go through the process of becoming missional. This track outlines the theological argument and works through the processes involved in helping your church or organisation transform into a missional body.
Facilitators: Martin Lee, Dave Lovett and Andrea Vogt This track seeks to explore the various types of cooperation models that are employed, both in business and not for profit arenas, considerations of strengths and weakness and principles of partnership that can be taken from such approaches. This is then applied to partnerships in the relief and development sector that often dominate our lives. Partnering with governments and media. This helps us consider strategic partnerships and outlines considerations to be taken into account.
Facilitators: Albert Baliesima; CB Samuel and Christian Gossweiler Drawing on the experience of the facilitators who live and work in the Global South, this track seeks to uncover the issues that dominate the partnerships that exist between Northern organisations and their Southern counterparts. It will ask the question of whose agenda is being followed and sought when partnerships are sought. Building on discussions in the plenary sessions, the track will unpack the positive and negative impact of aid delivery, how dependency impacts values and attitudes by all involved.
Facilitators: Sheryl Haw, Elisa Padilla and CB Samuel What is integral mission and how does its application impact our daily lives, communities, churches and organisations. How can Christians be involved in justice concerns, environmental issues, poverty and economics, politics and social concerns.
Facilitators: CBM and Johannes Müller This track seeks to explore the response communities have had to two marginalised groups in our society: 1. People with disabilities and 2. Migrants (or as many call this group “foreigners”). The facilitators will outline what is at the heart of the exclusion and marginalisation, prejudices and fears, as well as types of responses that have been tried. The aim is to challenge us to consider what our Christina distinctiveness is when working towards inclusion and integration. Evening Discussions: Stories of Transformation Facilitator: Johannes Reimer An opportunity to hear from participants who have examples, stories and testimonies to share about how their church or organisation has mobilised to engage with communities. This discussions gives participants the platform to ask questions and raise concerns around the topic. Day Three: Wednesday 25th April 2012 Devotion: Royal Priesthood Speaker: Joel Edwards Having considered the uniting vision and goal (the Missio Dei) we now explore our role and responsibility in this – a royal priesthood. What does this really mean and entail in our day to day lives and in how we seek out working with one another. Plenary One: Partnering with One another Speaker: Elisa Padilla We initially explored the reasons for partnering; now we move into the practical realities of partnering with one another and consider the implications. How do we deal different approaches, what does partnering with one another look like in today’s world? Plenary Two: Marginalisation to Inclusion Speakers: CBM and Johannes Mueller This session explores groups in society we often fail to integrate into our communities, nor do we seek partnerships with. People with disabilities are often treated as a project rather than co-workers in mission. We see nationalism on the rise – what impact does this have on migrants in our communities? Integration and inclusion – how do we demonstrate our Christian distinctiveness. Evening Discussions: Debate on inter-faith partnerships Facilitator: Joel Edwards The setting is a café styled layout where participants are invited to hear brief statements by presenters on their various opinions on inter-faith partnerships, followed by a chaired debate – have your questions and challenges ready! Day Four: Thursday 26th April 2012 Devotion: The New Covenant Speaker: Joel Edwards Partnerships are often guided by some form of contract, for example a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). As we partner with God in His Mission, how does the new Covenant impact us and our understanding of how we engage in our societies? Jesus sent his disciples out to preach the Kingdom of God – what does this mean for us and how t=do we participate in this today? Plenary One: Aid and Dependency Speaker: Elisa Padilla Enthusiasm and good intentions may cause us to rush in with what we think is needed to assist communities. Are we doing more harm than good? Understanding God’s intentions for our world, recognising the dignity and participation of all whom we engage with, how does this impact are response. Plenary Two: Who is influencing who? Speakers: CB Samuel Seeking out partnerships – but whose agenda are we following / enforcing? As we engage in partnerships who holds the power – if money controls can equality exist? Will we accept compromise and be influenced by institutional donor demands? Plenary Three: Question and Answers Panel As the week progresses we will have many questions answered through the programme sessions. However, at CCD we want to ensure that if there are pressing questions that you would like to raise and draw on the knowledge and experience of speaker, facilitators and participants, then this session is the platform for this. Submission of questions during the week will allow time and thought to go into addressing the issues raised. Evening Discussions: Case Studies – when partnerships work and when they fail Presenters:
Day Five: Friday 27th April 2012 Devotion: Transformation What does this look like in light of all we have explored through our morning devotions. How do we know when we are having an impact – how does God measure transformation? What are the implications for us? Plenary: Standing with one another Speaker: CB Samuel Ideologically partnering can sound inspirational, but what happens when it requires standing alongside organisations that are going through tough times. What does it mean when one is under attack, being persecuted or gossiped about – how does standing with one another really Closure Facilitators: Sheryl Haw and Wolfgang Buesing Review of the conference learning and together identify application. Explore options for the CCD Conference in 2014. Commit our learning and plans to God and stand together in communion and re dedication. |
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