Training ConferenceSaturday 16th March 2013

YorkA one­day conference to helpthose who wish to see everymember of the local churchchoosing to be involved withthe poor and the excluded intheir community.

"Very Inspiring ­ Thestories that were toldshowed the amazing loveof God and encouraged meto dig deeper into the heartof my faith and live it!"DelegateRegistration & bacon/sausage sandwich from 9.30am.Four teaching sessions, refreshments & lunch.

ONLY£10Email: Conference@thebesominyork.co.ukPhone: 01904 658220 www.besom.comTwitter: @TheBesom #besom13

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The Besom is a practical equipping ministry. Itprovides a bridge between those who have time,money, skills or things they wish to give and thosewho are in need. Often the first steps towardsworking with the poor can be difficult for anynumber of reasons. Everything that The Besom doesis designed to make such steps simple, fun,rewarding and transformative.The Besom is uniquely focused on those who haveand wish to give rather than on those in need. It islay­led and its aim is to develop a passion for thepoor in the hearts of those who give through it.To date 34 Besoms have started up across the U.K.Please go to www.besom.com/local­besoms to findyour nearest Besom.

“Is not this the kind offasting I have chosen:

to loose the chains ofinjusticeand untie the cords of

the yoke,to set the oppressed

free and break everyyoke?"

Isaiah 58 v 6

The conference is designed for those who have a passion for the poor andwish to see every member of the local church choosing to be involved withthe poor and the excluded in their community including:­ Those who want to learn more about what the Besom does.­ Those who are interested in starting a Besom and want to know how.­ Those who are considering being part of or giving through a Besom.­ Those who have recently joined a Besom core team.

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Who is the Conference for?

“I found the day very helpful and insightfuland was challenged about encouragingmyself and the church to ask for my ownand their response to the poor.”

Delegate

This year's conference is is hosted by The Besom in York at theirhome in the St Columba's Foundation. Since launching 6 yearsago the Besom in York has worked with givers from 36churches, helping them to give 1000's of hours, things and £££'sto those in need.

Sam is mid­20s, married, drummer, vege grower and wanna­bewoodsman; he gives 2 days each week to be part of the Besom Coreteam. (@Sam_Tyndall)Jo is a Midwife, Grandma, Mother of 4 and an excellent cook. Shegives 1 day a week on the Core team and plenty of cake.Rob co­ordinates the Besom in York and helped set it up in 2007.He is married, loves cooking & is a proud uncle. (@ainsworth_rob)James founded the Besom in 1987 after leaving Hong Kong whenworking with Jackie Pullinger. He presently is a farmer inSomerset, establishing a rural self­employment programme.

9.30 am Registration10 am Worship & Talk I ­ Stepping outJames Odgers explores God's heart for the poor.11.30 am Coffee12 pm Talk II ­ The Besom ModelJo White & Sam Tyndall explain the Besom vision.1 pm Lunch1.45 pm Seminars­ Getting going. Rob Ainsworth talks about how to start aBesom in your area.­ Keeping going. Training for existing Besoms.3 pm Tea3.30 pm Talk III ­ Transforming SocietyJames Odgers looks at why Poverty is about me and thechoices I make.4.15 pm Worship & Ministry.

Conference Programme

Is it not to share your food with the hungryand to provide the poor wanderer with shelter—

when you see the naked, to clothe them,and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood? Isaiah 58 v7

Getting to the conference:Address: St. Columba's Foundation, Priory St. York YO1 6EX

(Part of the United Reformed Church)Please note: there is limited parking. We recommend using the Park & Ride fromAskham Bar, White route bus, alighting at Blossom st. (see map below andhttp://www.york.gov.uk/parking/ride/ for more information)Train StationConference venueAlight here

From the North, South & West­ Junction 44 of A1(M) for the A64 East bound.From all directions­ From A64 take the junction for A1036 sign posted York City Centre & Askham BarPark & Ride.­ Keep following City Centre signs until big Tesco roundabout.­ Left at roundabout into Park & Ride carpark (Tesco store)­ Park & Ride into City centre (8 minute journey £2.60 return)­ Alight bus outside "Reel Cinema" walk towards and through the City Walls on toMicklegate.­ Take 1st right on to Priory St. (just after "The Priory" Pub)­ The St. Columba's foundation is at the far end of Priory street on the right hand side,past the Baptist Church and the Rock church

Booking & PaymentPlease contact us:Phone: 01904 658220 Email: conference@thebesominyork.co.uk with the Name(s),Address, Church & Dietary requirements of those attending.Bank Transfer: Sort Code: 089299 Account Number: 65313923 Ref: YourNameCheques payable to "The Besom in York".Post to: The Besom in York, St. Columba's Foundation, Priory St, York YO16EX