Makaton Training Events -

Makaton Training Events

Makaton is a unique language programme that uses symbols, signs and speech to enable people to communicate.  Three sessions will be held, via Zoom, on the following dates:

Tuesday 26th January at 10 am

Wednesday 27th January at 7 pm

Thursday 4th February at 2 pm

The sessions are being offered free of charge as funding has been received for them but spaces are limited on each session.  If you would like to improve your communication skills please book your place by emailing Jennifer at admin@prospectsacrossscotland.org.uk giving your name and date you would like to attend.

Drama taster sessions -

Two taster drama sessions will be held on Zoom.  These will be informal fun sessions and will include storytelling and drama - all welcome.

Sessions will be held on Tuesday 3rd November at 7 pm and Thursday 5th November at 2 pm.  Please click here to contact for more details.

Annual Celebration 2020 - Sat 24th October -

This year we will be holding a virtual Annual Celebration. The hope is we can still enjoy worshipping and having fellowship with each other although not in person.

The plan is to come together on Zoom at 1 o'clock - bring your lunch or a cuppa to the social part of the celebration. After that we can watch the celebration DVD together (it lasts about 30 minutes). The video will also be on the Prospects Across Scotland YouTube channel but won't be available until 24th October so people can watch it anytime there.

For those you know who are unable to access the internet, copies of the annual celebration on DVD can be sent for a small charge.  Please contact Ivy for Zoom link or copies of DVD.

Makaton Training Event -  7 October, 6:30 pm -

A Makaton training session will be running online, via Zoom, on Wednesday 7th October at 6:30 pm.  There will be no cost for this session.  It is a great opportunity to learn new communication skills.  If you are interested and would like to attend please contact Ivy.

Learning Disability Week 2020, 18-24 May -

Week 18th - 24th May is an opportunity for churches around Scotland to hold a special event to raise awareness of both the needs and gifts and talents of people with learning disabilities. If you are interested in holding an event and would like resources to aid you, please click for an information sheet and powerpoint.  A further session document is available on The Theme - My Environment, my place, my planet. Please email Ivy Blair on ivy.blair@prospectsacrossscotland.org.uk if you would like a copy.

Holiday Weekend, 15-17 May 2020, Tulliallan Castle, Kincardine -

Our God is a Great Big God

If you are interested in joining as for a great weekend of celebrations, workshops, music, ceilidh etc and most of all hearing more about our great big God, then click here for more information. A booking form can also be downloaded here.  Please contact Jennifer at admin@prospectsacrossscotland.org.uk for any more information you require.  It would be great to have you join us.

Skills Development Day - Saturday 30 November 10.30 -  2.30 pm -

A skills development day is being held in Central Baptist Church,8 Ward Rd, Dundee DD1 1LX. This will cover all aspects of setting up and running a group for adults with learning disabilities.  There is no charge for the event and if you would find it of interest we would be pleased to have you join us. Places should be booked in advance by contacting Ivy.

Advent Service 1 December -

A reminder that the Advent service for everyone on is on 1st December 2019 at 3.00 pm, Bearsden New Kilpatrick Church.

We Belong to One Another - in Community and in Communion 

“Come and celebrate the great diversity of God's people and share the bread of life with one another”

Click here to find out more about this celebration.

Prospects Tartan Tea at Dunfermline -

Another exciting Tartan Tea to attend.   Why not head over to join our Dunfermline Group on 30th November at St Ninians Church, Dunfermline. Click here for more details.

Advent Service - Save the Date 1 December 2019 -

An Advent service for everyone on 1st December 2019 at 3.00 pm, Bearsden New Kilpatrick Church.

We Belong to One Another - in Community and in Communion 

“Come and celebrate the great diversity of God's people and share the bread of life with one another”

Click here to find out more about this celebration.

Prospects Tartan Tea at Burntisland -

Our first Tartan Tea event is being held in Burntisland Parish Church on Saturday 12th October 2019.   Why not have a trip to the seaside and join them for tea.  Click here for more details.

Keswick Forth Valley -

11th-13th October - Prospects Across Scotland is delighted to have a stand at the very first  Forth Valley Keswick in Grangemouth.   We would encourage you to  along to this exciting event and would be delighted if you came into the exhibition area to say hello.  There will be lots of great information about our work available including what you can do in your own church to welcome and disciple people with learning disabilities.  Hope to see you then.  For more information about the event, visit the website below.

https://www.forthvalleykeswick.co.uk/

Makaton Taster Session 21 Nov 2019, 10:30am - 12:30pm

A Makaton taster session will be held on Thursday 21st November, 10:30-12:30 at Kirkintilloch.  The cost will be £10 and places must be booked in advance.  Please contact Ivy for any further information or to book a place. Please book as early as possible.

Keswick in Buckie -

Come along to Buckie Baptist Church Hall on Wednesday 7th August 2019, 7-9 pm. The Lighthouse Group will be leading an event aimed at adults with learning disabilities but everyone welcome.  Click here for more information.

Makaton Taster Session   06 Jun 2019, 10:30am - 12:30pm

A Makaton taster session will be held on Thursday 6th June 10:30-12:30 at Kirkintilloch.  The cost will be £10 and places must be booked in advance.  Please contact Ivy for any further information or to book a place.

Makaton Taster 25 Apr 2019, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Thursday 25th April 6.30 - 8.30pm at Kinross Parish Church. Come and learn some Makaton signing.  Cost £10 payable on the evening but you must book in advance as places are limited.  Please contact Ivy to book.

Skills Development Day (Callander) 30 Mar 2019, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

The skills refreshment day covers  all aspects of running a group and a chance to share ideas . This informal training session is for people who are new to running a group as well as those who have been doing it for a very long time. It's  also for people who are just at the very early stages of thinking about ministry with people with learning disabilities in their church. Please contact Ivy to book a place as soon as possible and by Tuesday 26th March at the latest.  There is no charge for this training day. 

Annual Holiday Weekend 10 May - 12 May 2019

Annual holiday weekend at Tulliallan Police College. This year’s theme is God loves you just the way you are. For more details or to request a booking form contact Ivy.