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Saturday 28 February 2026

Children's Ministry Conference: Generation to Generation

"Then we your people, will praise you forever; from generation to generation, we will proclaim your praise." (Psalm 79: 13)

Join us for Generation to Generation; a dynamic Children's Ministry Conference designed to inspire, equip, and connect those who are shaping the spiritual lives of the next generation.

Through engaging keynotes, worship, and hands-on workshops we’ll explore how to build faith foundations that last—from toddlers to tweens. Whether you're a church leader, employed worker or passionate volunteer, a volunteer, or a parent passionate about discipleship, this event will reignite your vision for passing on the love of Jesus from one generation to the next.

Let’s raise up a generation that knows God, loves His Word, and walks boldly in His truth!

To be held on Saturday 28 February 2026 at Fulwood Free Methodist Church, Lightfoot Lane, Preston  PR2 3LT.

Keynote speakers - Rev Jono Peatman, Archdeacon Jane Atkinson, Mark Griffiths from Scripture Union.

Workshops:

  • How to run children's ministry in a rural parish with Becky May from Rural Missions
  • How to engage under 5's in worship with Steph Openshaw, Early Years Faith Adviser
  • Sandbox games with Kevin Colyer from Minecraft Church
  • How to navigate the transition from children to youth ministry with Helen Potts and Lucy Skelton from St James' Clitheroe
  • Puppet Ministry with One Way UK
  • How to disciple the next generation through creative kids' ministry with Rick Otto from Manchester Diocese

Tickets cost £25 for the day, which you can book here.