Autumn Term 2026
Registration for HEP in the Autumn Term will open on 18th May until 6th July
Helping Everyday Problems
Autumn 2026
Relationships in Life and Church
Spring 2027
Scripture for Life and Ministry
Summer 2027
Helping Everyday Problems
Lecturer: Helen Thorne-Allenson, BCUK
Term: Autumn 2026
How to understand common life problems biblically and walk wisely with those who struggle.
- Effectively connect God’s Word to everyday struggles
- Understand common pastoral problems – like loss, anger, overwhelm, shame, and guilt – biblically
- Have wise and helpful conversations that are relevant to life and centred on Christ
- Engage the community of care of the local church
Pre-requisites: Dynamics of Biblical Change, Helping Relationships
Registration for
Intermediate Certificate in Conversational Ministry
Helping Everyday Problems
is available between
18th May and 6th July
Seminar venues and dates
HEP Belfast (Thurs 7-9pm)
HEP Exeter (Mon 7-9pm)
HEP Liverpool (Weds 7-9pm)
HEP London (Tues 7-9pm)
HEP Derby (Thurs 7-9pm)
HEP Online Evenings (Tues 7-9pm)
HEP Online Mornings (Thurs 9.30-11.30am)
Cohorts are subject to change and will only run if sufficient numbers register for each venue.
Feedback
Quotes extracted from feedback:
Transformational Impact
- “This whole course has been excellent… the triplets have been a highlight and the assignments really beneficial.”
- “I feel more equipped… with a broader theological understanding and an ability to listen and have intentional conversations more lovingly.”
- “This has been my favourite module so far… I’ll be looking back through the materials for years to come.”
Confidence & Ministry
- “The course has given me confidence to move towards those struggling.”
- “I feel more equipped when I’m in conversations with people over their struggles.”
- “It has given me practical and biblical tools… and confidence to speak Scripture into someone’s life.”
Practical & Biblical Learning
- “The lectures were practical, intentional and immediately helpful to implement.”
- “The mix of biblical understanding and practical application was amazing.”
- “The material… has been invaluable for walking alongside people in real life situations.”
Community & Learning Together
- “Meeting in triplets… has been a real joy and a safe space to practise.”
- “The triplet conversations enabled me to talk more openly… leading to deeper conversations and reliance on God.”
Personal Growth
- “The subject material has helped me to look underneath the circumstances to see what is going on in people’s hearts.”
- “It has helped me see the potential for blessing in everyday conversations.”
Course syllabus
More information
Relationships in Life and Church
Lecturer: Steve Midgley, BCUK
Term: Spring 2027
For all eternity our Trinitarian God has existed in relationship. And as those created in his image, God intends relationships to be central to our lives. Nothing is more important than learning how to relate well. But how do we do that? We are finite creatures, living this side of the Fall – what does that mean for our relationships? We are also redeemed sinners passionately loved by God – what difference does that make? Right relating to God as Lord and Saviour must always come first. This course explores how that relationship is the core which enables all other relationships to find their proper place.
Pre-requisites: Dynamics of Biblical Change, Helping Relationships
The next registration for
Intermediate Certificate in Conversational Ministry
Relationships in Life and Church
will be available between
5th October and 16 November 2026
Seminar venues and dates
RLC Belfast (Thurs 7-9pm)
RLC Exeter (Mon 7-9pm)
RLC Liverpool (Weds 7-9pm)
RLC London (Tues 7-9pm)
RLC Derby (Thurs 10am -12pm)
RLC Online Evening (Tues 7-9pm)
RLC Online Morning (Thurs 9.30-11.30am)
Cohorts are subject to change and will only run if sufficient numbers register for each venue.
Sample syllabus
More information
Scripture for Life and Ministry
Lecturer: Aaron Sirioni, CCEF
Term: Summer 2027
Scripture is authoritative and sufficient for counseling ministry. But how do you connect God’s Word effectively to the complex struggles in your life and in the lives of those around you? How do you use the Bible’s redemptive story so that others might grow in their knowledge of and love for the sovereign Lord? How can Scripture be used to reveal the axes on which a person might turn to Christ, trust him, and obey him? This course will equip you to understand both people and the Bible more thoroughly and is designed to strengthen your ability to apply Scripture to real-life situations.
Pre-requisites: Dynamics of Biblical Change, Helping Relationships
The next registration for
Intermediate Certificate in Conversational Ministry
Scripture in Life and Ministry
will be available from
February 2027
Seminar venues and dates
SLM Belfast (Thurs 7-9pm)
SLM Exeter (Mon 7-9pm)
SLM Liverpool (Weds 7-9pm)
SLM London (Tues 7-9pm)
SLM Derby (Thurs 10am -12pm)
SLM Online Evening (Tues 7-9pm)
SLM Online Morning (Thurs 9.30-11.30am)
Cohorts are subject to change and will only run if sufficient numbers register for each venue.
