Morning Seminars
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Simon Collins, Gaby Doherty and Rob Wicks - Seminar Room 3
Join our panel contributors for a conversation on how to do under 18s ministry well in small/rural churches and contexts.
In this session there’ll be the opportunity to discuss the struggles and gain ideas, suggestions and practices that have enabled under 18s in small church contexts to not just survive but thrive.
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Jo Sinton-Hewitt - The Resource Hub
This practical session explores sensory play and how it can enrich storytelling and immersive experiences for our under-5s. It’s an opportunity to get hands-on as we look at engaging our youngest church members, bringing stories and biblical truths to life through all the senses. We’ll also share ideas for keeping activities volunteer-friendly, parent-approved, and kind to church carpets!
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Bob Hartman - Seminar Room 2
This seminar will begin by exploring the reasons that storytelling “works” - the four relationships that define effective interactive storytelling. And then we will talk about specific, practical tips and techniques that bring stories alive for your audience.
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Philip Jinadu - Auditorium
Only 50% of children brought up in Christian families go on to own the Christian faith as adults. Why is it that so many Christian children lose their faith, or never find it in the first place? How can we as parents and carers give our children the best chance of gaining a lasting faith? What are the principles for nurturing faith in our own homes and the homes of those families we support- and what are the pitfalls to avoid?
Afternoon Seminars
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Start to Stir - Resource Hub
The Quiet Revival is making headlines across the country, and we all celebrate an upturn in spiritual openness amongst Gen Z. How can we engage young people where they are at? Joy Stevens, from Start to Stir, believes it begins with learning to stir spiritual curiosity and providing clear invitations to explore Christian faith.
Join us for this interactive session that will help us to think practically about how we engage with those outside of our churches, whether they are spiritually open or seem completely indifferent towards Jesus.
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Dr Ysanne Marville - Auditorium
Helping Youth & Children’s Workers to create sessions where the answer to, “ What Did You Learn Today” comes easily. Through fun, age- appropriate methods you will learn how to communicate key messages using games, story telling, and interactions which are memorable, enjoyable and shareable with family and friends.
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Bob Hartman - Seminar Room 2
Sometimes it is more effective to create a biblical retelling for your group than to rely on a retelling someone else has written. This seminar will show you how to take a biblical narrative and turn it into an interactive retelling that works for your group, in particular.
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Jane Gillis and Sharon Price - Seminar Room 3
In an age of increased fear and anxiety about migration and cultural diversity, how can we make sure every young person—regardless of background—feels truly at home?
This seminar explores culture, welcome, and race with a focus on the power of welcome and its impact on children in our communities.
We’ll unpack the biblical call to welcome the stranger, challenge barriers to belonging, and explore practical ways to foster inclusion in ministry with under 18s.
Join us for an interactive session that will equip and inspire you to build ministries that reflect the radical hospitality of Jesus—where every young person finds a place to belong.