Dear John,

We’re emailing to let you know about an event in May. We’re taking part, and thought you might want to join us.

Faith In Public: Political Theology for Mission is a three-day residential, taking place from May 7 to 9 at Luther King House in Manchester.

It is organised by Church Mission Society and there will be a range of speakers, including Jane Perry from Church Action on Poverty. Jane, along with members of our Speaking Truth to Power programme, will discuss the importance of hearing from people with lived experience of poverty, and will outline practical ways to ensure they are fully included in church-led political engagement.

Other speakers will include:

• Grace Thomas, Canon Missioner at Manchester Cathedral and Environment Officer for Manchester Diocese, who will explore how the Cathedral has been a place of public witness.

• Ian Rutherford, city centre minister at Methodist Central Hall in Manchester, who will help delegates explore how faith is lived in public today.

• Dominic Budhi Thornton and James Butler, who will delve deeper into the Biblical and theological roots of such engagement.

Who is the course for?

If you are a Christian working in a public role, involved in a church or organisation seeking to engage with society, or are interested in exploring what it means to witness to Christ in public, the course is for you.

What does it cost and how do I book?

The cost for the three-day residential, and online sessions before and afterwards, is £500. You can book using the link below.