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Looking ahead to 2027: Anniversary Planning Thursday 10th September 16.00 BST

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 16 August 2026
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2027 will see the 10th anniversary of the publication of the book Appreciating Church. How to celebrate this?

Curiosity as the key to reframing negativity: Thursday 9th July, 3pm-4pm (BST)

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 2 July 2026
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In this Appreciative Space Tim Slack, co-founder of Appreciating People and co-Editor of the book Appreciating Church will encourage conversation around the importance of staying curious when encountering problems, challenges and negative reactions.

Valuing Communities – a new SOAR Tuesday 28th April 10.30-11.30 (BST)

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 13 April 2026
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Which communities engage your attention through play or work? What makes for vibrant relationships between a church and the communities with which it is engaged?

Appreciating and Honouring Life – At the end of life: Friday 27th March 14.00 (GMT)

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 15 March 2026
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This Appreciative Space hour will offer a taste of how a few well-chosen questions can open a doorway to meaning, blessing, and legacy.

Desiring to be a bridge: Tuesday 24th February 15.00-16.00 (GMT)

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 13 February 2026
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As he prepares for a sabbatical visit to somewhere that is new to him, Eddie Boon is pondering how Appreciative Inquiry might shape his conversations there.

A view into 2026. Wednesday 14th January 19.30-20.30 (GMT)

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 8 January 2026
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What word or phrase best describes your frame around the coming year?

Appreciating Christmas: December Appreciative Space

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 4 December 2025
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Advent is a good time to do a little theological thinking about Appreciative Inquiry. So the Appreciative Space on Wednesday 10th December (19.30 -20.30 GMT) is open for that.

Encouraging Appreciative Leadership

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 28 October 2025
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What does it mean to encourage leaders to reframe their responses to challenging situations through an appreciative window rather than a power loaded reactional one? Wednesday 12th November 19.30 (GMT)

Bring and Share in an Appreciative Space!

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 29 September 2025
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Pot Luck/Faith Supper/Jacob’s Joint?! It’s that event where you’re encouraged to turn up with something tasty so that everyone can enjoy your signature dish. Whatever it’s called in your neighbourhood – you’re invited! Wednesday 8th October, 19.30 – 20.30 (BST)

Salutogenesis: Appreciative Inquiry in an Academic Setting

Posted by Fiona Thomas
On 2 September 2025
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Salutogenesis enquires into what supports life and wellbeing. It contrasts with pathogenesis, which seeks to understand the processes by which a disease or disorder develops. Dr Jane Culpan will discuss how this contrast influences her work in an academic setting.

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