April
21
Tuesday
Safeguarding Training: Online Safety
A two-hour Zoom session on staying safe in online and digital contexts.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Upcoming Events
Key dates for training, meetings, and community gatherings from across the Synod.
May
14
Thursday
Safeguarding Training: Safeguarding for Ministers Supporting Survivors
A two-hour Zoom session for ministers supporting survivors of abuse.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
May
19
Tuesday
Safeguarding Training: Spiritual Abuse
A two-hour Zoom session on recognising and responding to spiritual abuse.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
May
23
Saturday
Expressions: Poetry and Drama Night
A creative youth evening at Mill Hill East Church, exploring faith and life through poetry and drama.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
May
28
Thursday
Safeguarding Training: Adult Safeguarding
A two-hour Zoom session on protecting adults at risk in church settings.
Thursday, May 28, 2026
July
7
Tuesday
Safeguarding Training: Supporting Survivors
A two-hour Zoom session on walking alongside survivors of abuse.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
July
11
Saturday
Expressions: Photography and Videography Night
A creative youth evening at Mill Hill East Church on, exploring faith and life through the lens.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
July
14
Tuesday
Safeguarding Training: Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Modern Slavery
A two-hour Zoom session on refugees, asylum seekers and modern slavery.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
September
8
Tuesday
Growing Intergenerational Communities
Exploring how healthy relationships, generational theory and welcoming environments help our churches thrive across the ages.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
October
13
Tuesday
Developing Spaces for Under 5s
Practical ideas for creating safe, spiritual and missional spaces for our youngest church family members and their carers.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
October
21
Wednesday
Safeguarding Training: Discriminatory Abuse
A two-hour Zoom session on recognising and responding to discriminatory abuse.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
November
8
Sunday
Supporting Faith Development in Young People
Equipping leaders to disciple, mentor and engage young people well — including the practicalities of safe youth work.
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Latest News
Keep up to date with the latest news at Thames North Synod and the wider URC.
Building Bridges Across Generations: Workshop Series
Posted on Wednesday, April 1, 2026
A free three-part Zoom training series from the URC Children and Youth Team and Safeguarding, helping churches grow intergenerational communities.
Expressions: Photography and Videography Night
Posted on Wednesday, March 25, 2026
A creative youth evening at Mill Hill East Church on Saturday 11 July 2026, exploring faith and life through the lens.
Expressions: Poetry and Drama Night
Posted on Wednesday, March 25, 2026
A creative youth evening at Mill Hill East Church on Saturday 23 May 2026, exploring faith and life through poetry and drama.
Eco Day 2026: Nature on our Doorstep
Posted on Friday, March 13, 2026
Join the Thames North Synod at Amersham Free Church on Saturday 13 June for a day exploring nature, gardening and energy saving.
URC Crisis Communications Plan
Posted on Monday, March 2, 2026
A free guide to help churches prepare for and respond to a media or community crisis.
Youth Residential 2026: Wise Words
Posted on Thursday, January 22, 2026
A joint youth weekend of adventure, creativity and faith for young people aged 11–16
URC Youth Assembly 2026: Wise Words, Wiser Actions
Posted on Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Your voice. New friends. Find fellowship — one epic weekend of faith, fun and action.
URC Youth Leaders Gathering 2026: Wise Words, Wiser Actions
Posted on Tuesday, December 16, 2025
A weekend of encouragement, reflection and renewal for those working with young people across the URC.
Aspiring to More: An Interview with Lisa Hamblin
Posted on Thursday, September 11, 2025
Reflecting on the journey of becoming a Locally Recognised Worship Leader through the URC’s Aspiring to More course.
The People's Picture: From Love to Lobby
Posted on Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Telling a story of love for people, places and planet.
Posted on Thursday, July 4, 2024
A Church's Journey of Faith, Frustration, and Hope in Caring for Creation.
A Pathway to Prayer: The Synod Labyrinth is Now Available for Churches
Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2024
We are delighted to offer our new Prayer Labyrinth, a wonderful spiritual resource available for all local churches.
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