Music for Mission and Ministry:
Music for Mission and Ministry (Wydale Hall)
Music for Mission and Ministry offers training for leaders of worship, both lay and ordained, and church musicians, in the beautiful surroundings of Wydale Hall, near Scarborough. The course uses a variety of approaches over three days, combining tutor-led sessions, group discussions and the opportunity to explore individual questions with a member of staff. Conversations over meals and during free time also allow for further discussion in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Music is a gift to the church. It adds an extra dimension to worship. It enhances words and makes them more meaningful. Music is a language in its own right, which embodies beauty and connects with emotions as well as intellect. It can reach depths of the human soul that words alone don’t reach.
The course aims
- to inspire your worship in fresh ways
- to deepen your knowledge and understanding
- to equip you for the future
- to introduce you to new resources
The programme of will cover
- The role of music in Christian worship
- Heritage from Judaism
- The horns of several dilemmas, including challenges posed by Covid-19
- A musical timeline from biblical times to present
- Wise choices of resources
- Parish management – how to cope with or without musicians
- The shape of the new normal
- Publications and copyright
The course is held in an attitude of worship and prayer, showcasing different styles and genres of music throughout the programme.
The course starts at 14.00 on Tuesday 4 May, and concludes after lunch on Thursday 6 May. Residential places are full board (dinner on Tuesday until lunch on Thursday); non-residential places include lunch and dinner.
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• All fees are payable in pounds sterling.
• Fees are subject to change only in the event of circumstances beyond the control of the RSCM, including changes in taxation and exceptional surcharges imposed by suppliers.
• For residential courses and other courses taking place over multiple days, a deposit of 20% of the full fee is required on booking. Single day courses require payment in full on booking.
• Deposits (or full fees paid on booking) are non-refundable (except in the event of the course being cancelled by the RSCM), and cover administration costs.
• The balance of the full fee, if not paid on booking, will be requested 8 weeks before the start of the course, except where stated otherwise. The RSCM reserves the right to re-allocate any places for which the fee has not been paid in full 6 weeks before the first day of the course. In the event of cancellation by the applicant:– more than 6 weeks before the start of the course, amounts paid in advance, except for the deposit, will be refunded.– less than 6 weeks before the start of the course a partial refund will be considered if the place can be re-allocated.
• In the case of cancellation by the RSCM, fees paid will be refunded in full.
• It may occasionally be necessary to reduce the number of places available on any course. We reserve the right to cancel places in this scenario and provide a full refund to those affected.
• The RSCM cannot take responsibility for other costs incurred when the place is cancelled whether by the applicant or by the RSCM. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you take out your own travel insurance.
• The RSCM reserves the right at any stage to refuse an application without stating the reason.
• If a tutor or lecturer is absent, the RSCM will provide a suitable replacement.
• The RSCM reserves the right to alter other features of the course, including venues and facilities.
• You must notify the RSCM of any special access, mobility, medical or dietary requirements when you first book to attend if these will affect your ability to participate fully. The RSCM will endeavour to make suitable provision where possible.
• All adults on courses with under 18s must comply with the RSCM’s safeguarding policy and procedures.
• Any dependent adult must be assisted by a full-time carer paying their own costs.
• Pets are not allowed. It may be possible to accommodate assistance dogs if advised in advance.