Sabbaticals
The purpose of a Sabbatical for those in stipendiary ministry is:
- Rest and recreation with family and friends
- A systematic and prayerful review of ministry to date and a setting of priorities for the coming years
- A course of theological / spiritual reading, and / or writing under guidance
- New experiences which could be gained through travel or by other means
An opportunity for this should be possible for a three month period in every ten years of ministry. Some funding (currently £1,100) is available to support it and information of other possible sources of funding can be provided.
William Leech Research Fellowships in Applied Christian Theology
The William Leech Foundation offers funding for research which will promote the application of theological reflection to issues relevant to the life of the North East of England and beyond. Fellowships can be for 3-9 months, or for a full year. Further details can be found here.