Inspire – Training for everyone working with Children, Youth, and Families

WEBAY, the group for paid Youth Workers within WEBA, is putting on a special Network Day for all volunteers and paid workers with Children, Youth, and Families across our churches.

They’re calling this INSPIRE, because the idea is that volunteers from all our churches can gather together and be inspired about how best to serve the youth, children, and families in their congregations.

Inspire video from Ruth Whiter on Vimeo.

INSPIRE will take place at Cirencester Baptist Church on Saturday 14th October 2017. 

The cost per person is £5; book your place using Eventbrite here (no fees apply).

You can also download a booking form here (there are two per sheet):

Here is a draft programme for the day, to give an indication of some of the areas covered:

10:00   Arrival, coffee and refreshments

10:30   Welcome, worship and opening devotional

11 am Session 1

a)    An introduction to Godly Play with Sian Hancock from Bristol Baptist College

b)    Towards being an intentionally Christian toddler group with Steff Kingsley and team from Cirencester BC

c)    All Age Worship – An interactive conversation about current trends and ideas led by Matthew and Jackie Campbell                 from Victoria Park BC, Bristol

d)    Mental Health Awareness –  “Engage“ – This session seeks to expand awareness of Mental Health in Young             People with Nathan Jones from Teens in Crisis

12 noon Lunch – bring your own or shop locally

13:00   Session 2

a)  An introduction to “Faith at Home” with Catherine Montgomery from Stonehouse BC

b)  Developing spirituality and common sense in your youth and children’s team! With Bob Morris from Cirencester BC

c)  Toddler Group Ministry – how it can impact the rest of church life

d)    Mental health Awareness “Empower” – This session will explore how we can create supportive environments so young people feel able to seek help. 

13:45   Move around

14:00 Session 3

a)   An introduction to Godly Play with Sian Hancock from Bristol Baptist College

b)    Meeting young people where they are at – ideas and advice from Bex Bailee (Amberly Rd) and Bob Morris

c)     An introduction to “Faith at Home” with Catherine Montgomery from Stonehouse BC

d)     Mental Health Awareness “Equip” – This session will equip you with practical strategies so young people can get the help they need. 

14:45    Networking and Q and A

15:20  Closing worship and final comments

15:45 onwards  Depart