Explore topics related to shared leadership, charity governance and more with insightful talks from faith-based charity experts.

Keeping unity – Exploring the Partnership of Leaders and Trustees

Join us on Saturday 30 January 2027 for Faith Charities in Focus (FCIF), a half-day conference exploring how trustees and senior spiritual leaders can work together effectively to support their churches and faith charities.

Drawing on Romans 12:1–5 and its vision of a unified body, we will explore shared leadership, good governance and how to manage responsibilities, resources and disagreements constructively.

Who should attend?

Faith Charities in Focus 2027 is particularly aimed at:

Trustees, including chairs and vice-chairs of trustee boards.

Senior spiritual and church leaders.

Chief executives and senior staff team leaders at faith charities.

Whether you are responsible for spiritual leadership or legal governance, this event will help you explore how different roles can work together in pursuit of a shared purpose.

Topics at FCIF 2027

Our experienced speakers will share practical guidance, resources and insights on:

Trustee responsibilities and effective charity governance

The respective roles of trustees and senior spiritual leaders

Making effective use of money, people, volunteers and buildings

Lessons from the wider charity sector and the charity regulator

Building trust, integrity and effective leadership teams

An exhibition will also provide opportunities to connect with relevant organisations and access further guidance.

What time does it start?

The FCIF event runs from 9 am to 1.30 pm, with registration and refreshments from 8.30am.

Venue and parking

The event takes place at Woodlands Church, Belgrave Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2AA. It is located at the corner of Belgrave Road and Woodlands Road.

You can find more information on parking and directions by car, public transit or foot here (https://www.woodlandschurch.net/parking).

Organisers

Burton Sweet’s Charities and Civil Society Team (https://www.burton-sweet.co.uk/business-sectors/charities/) organises Faith Charities in Focus 2027, hosted by Woodlands Church (https://www.woodlandschurch.net/).

If you have any questions about the event, please email the Burton Sweet Charities team at charities@burton-sweet.co.uk.

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