Join Richard Black, a recognised leader in pastoral wellbeing, effectiveness, and supervision, for two days of practical, research-based training. With over 15 years of clinical support for pastors and his own experience in church leadership, Richard brings both academic depth and pastoral insight. His Masters research identified five hidden saboteurs of pastoral wellbeing, while his Honours work developed a ministry alignment model that strengthens pastoral effectiveness.
Pastoral Supervision 101: The Supervisor’s Skillset
- equips you with the core skills needed for effective supervision.
Pastoral Supervision 102: A Framework for Pastoral Thriving
- provides a ministry matrix to deliver quality supervision that addresses the unique demands of pastoral leadership.
Register for both days for comprehensive training, or one day for focused input.
Email:
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Venue: Hills Church
179 Hillsborough Road
Auckland 1042
When:
Thursday 6 November 1pm - 5pm
Friday 7 November 9am - 3pm
🌿 PASTORAL SUPERVISION TRAINING
Equipping Supervisors to Strengthen Pastoral Wellbeing and Leadership
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📅 When 6 & 7 November 2025
Day 1 – Pastoral Supervision 101: The Supervisor’s Skillset
🕐 Thursday 1–5pm
Day 2 – Pastoral Supervision 102: A Framework for Pastoral Wellbeing and Thriving
🕘 Friday 9am–3pm
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📖 What You’ll Learn
Day 1 – Core Skills
• Purpose, health, and wellbeing (Accountability, Wellbeing, Education)
• Building rapport and trust
• Transference, self-awareness
• Goal and direction setting
• Listening and practice
• Effective, reflective questions
Day 2 – Advanced Pastoral Framework
• Calling and ministry alignment
• Wellbeing, emotional regulation, burnout prevention
• Boundaries and ethics
• Conflict resolution
• Power, blind spots, and charisma in leadership
• Navigating church dynamics: boards, vestries, honour culture
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Cost:
Early Bird (before 30 September)
• Day 1: $150
• Day 2: $200
• Both days: $250
Standard Rate (from 1 November)
• Day 1: $200
• Day 2: $250
• Both days: $350
👥 Who Should Attend?
• Pastoral supervisors & denominational leaders
• Experienced pastors building supervisory skills
• Churches seeking sustainable care & leadership cultures
👉 Register today and invest in the health of your pastors and the flourishing of your church.
Email:
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