Bi-monthly networking breakfasts at Brimscombe Mill

Following the last two 10:10 Circles, there are now a growing number of alumni who are keen to continue meeting, networking and learning from one another.

10:10 is a group for Christian leaders of charities and social enterprises whose purpose is to allow people to live life to the full. It’s also for people who are sympathetic to the Christian ethos or their organisation but might not be a Christian themselves.

It’s an opportunity to meet likeminded but cross-sector leaders and organisations across the diocese, be encouraged in their work, find support, and potential partnerships and collaborations across the network.

It is not for clergy or church leaders unless they also run projects/organisations that serve folks beyond their parish, or have been part of previous 10:10 cohorts.

These breakfast networking meetings are an opportunity for people with a vision and passion for doing things differently to come for coffee, cookies and the opportunity to connect with others who share the vision. Meet like-minded, cross-sector leaders, be encouraged, find support and potential partnerships. You don’t need to be a Christian, just sympathetic to the Christian ethos.

The breakfasts will be held at The Grace Network site at Brimscombe Mill, and will be facilitated by Will Mansell (Grace Network) and Catherine Pearson (external consultant). Diocesan staff will also attend these informal sessions.

The gatherings will start at 9.30am and will be finished by 11.30am. We plan to have bi-monthly meetings – Fridays are good days for Brimscombe Mill, although we are aware that many people take their day off on a Friday, so we will be reviewing the dates as we move into 2027. Dates that are in the diary so far are:

• 22 May
• 10 July
• 18 September
• 13 November
• 22 January

We look forward to meeting you there!