# Event Details - **Event Name**: Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: An eight session course open to all, led by Rev. Dr Sandy Forsyth and Rev. Peter WoodAbout this EventApplication deadline: Wednesday 14 January 2026Start date: Saturday 24 January 2026Course dates: Have you ever dreamed of a church which enables the Gospel to live and breathe directly within the rhythms of what is around you in everyday life? Where a new worshipping community forms itself with people and in places where the good news of Jesus Christ now seems entirely silent?The purpose of the course is to equip you with a grounding in the knowledge and understanding, both in knowledge and practical application, that might be needed to begin new worshipping communities or ‘fresh expressions of church’, through pioneer ministry and church planting.The course is led by Rev. Dr Sandy Forsyth, Senior Teaching Fellow at New College and parish minister; and by Rev. Peter Wood, Honorary Fellow at New College and Mission Director for the Presbytery of Lothian & Borders. Individual sessions will feature experienced teachers and practitioners. The course is open to all within the church, with or without prior theological training.FormatThe course is in a blended format involving two in-person workshops on Saturdays at New College and six online classes during the weeks in between on Wednesday evenings. The dates and intended topics are below.The course can be taken for SQA credit (10 credits) or on a not-for-credit basis. If a student is taking the course for credit, there will be one final project to complete in essay format. The project/essay may also be completed for informal feedback by those not seeking credit.The course fee is £210 per student, whether taking the course for credit or not.Venue informationIn line with fire safety regulations attendees to in-person sessions using a wheelchair must be able to self-transfer to an evac chair in order to safely evacuate the building.This venue is fully accessible however, if you require disabled access, please provide details when requested as part of your application.Booking TermsWe will accept cancellation of your place on a course and refund course fees within 14 days of completing payment.Personal data: We will use the personal data you provide in the online application to process your application and communicate with you about this course. We retain core data about course participants for 3 years (in case you require us to provide evidence that you have attended or that you have successfully completed the assignments) and financial details for 7 years.If you have signed up for our mailing list, we will also contact you about future events you may be interested in. You may opt out of our mailing list at any time.School of Divinity Short Courses Terms and ConditionsSchool of Divinity Privacy PolicyEnquiriesGeneral Enquiries: Please contact Pippa Innes at NewCollege@ed.ac.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/introduction-to-pioneer-ministry-and-church-planting-2026/100001900472838419 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 210, max: 210, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: New College, The University of Edinburgh - **lat**: 55.9498931 - **long**: -3.1953133 - **full address**: New College, The University of Edinburgh, Mound Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e0a1a3d2865e17a48613abe929fe4ff3b34d7eb3c4f41cba46cd918be1fe42f5-rimg-w1200-h600-dc741b60-gmir.jpg?v=1761885096 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026 being held? - **A:** Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026 takes place on Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm at New College, The University of Edinburgh, Mound Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026? - **A:** Tickets for Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026 are priced at GBP 210 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 210 + GBP 10 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026? - **A:** Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026 is organized by School of Divinity. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Introduction to Pioneer Ministry and Church Planting 2026 is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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