New to children's ministry

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This includes just a small selection of sessions that are particularly appropriate if you’ve just joined a children’s ministry team. Check out other streams to find more sessions that relate to you, your giftings and your situation.

Friday 6.15pm
Explaining the cross Andy Saunders
Looking at ways to  explain the meaning and effect of Jesus' death and resurrection to children.

Saturday 2.00pm
Best practice in children's ministry Sharon Prior
How can we release children’s workers into excellence? How can we ensure our practice amongst children is excellent quality yet spontaneous, creative and vibrant? Practitioners will share how they have developed best practice.

Saturday 3.30pm
Faith development in children Sharon Prior
Looking at some of the theories underpinning faith development and how these theories can impact the practical work we are involved in, so that we can be effective in seeing our children’s faith develop.

Teaching the Bible through song Ishmael
Music is a great way to teach children Scripture. Experience how songs can do this, and be at the ‘premier’ of some brand new songs from Ish’s new Bible Story Song CD ‘Bigger Barn’. Be prepared for action…and fun!

Saturday 5.00pm
Storytelling for all ages Bob Hartman
We will try to answer the questions: Why does storytelling 'work'? What makes a good retelling of a Bible Story? And what are some effective storytelling techniques?

Sunday 9.15am
Worship and songs for 5-13s Doug Horley
This seminar is packed full of songs and practical ideas to help you engage children in worship. You will get funky!


Sunday 10.45am
Discovering the Bible with children Terry Clutterham
Struggle with making the Bible come alive with your children? Understand the potential of the Bible in children’s lives. What are the best approaches? Get practical ideas for handling the Bible in fun, memorable ways.

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