Seminars
Session 1 - 11:55Am
Effective Preaching: Building the team, crafting the series, teaching with impact.
Andrew Ollerton
In the light of The Quiet Revival, we need to engage Christians and curious seekers with full-fat preaching that hits home. Learn how to develop a gifted team, plan a balanced diet and deliver messages that mature the church and reach the lost. This workshop will draw on the best models from the New Testament as well as contemporary culture. It will share theological insights, analytical tools and proven resources that upgrade our preaching.
Spirit-empowered Worship
Simon Benn, Ashtyn Michael, Jon Solway, Abigail Gyan-Botchey
Now, more than ever, people inside and outside of the church are hungry for divine connection. How do we grow in sensitivity to the Holy Spirit and lead in a way that facilitates encounter with God? How do we hold in tension the need to plan, the need to teach and shepherd God’s people in worship, whilst still allowing time and space for the Spirit to move? Come hear these questions unpacked in a conversation between Simon Benn (Head of Worship at KingsGate), Ashtyn Michael (Worship Director of One Church Leicester), Jon Solway (Vineyard Worship UK & Ireland) and Abigail Gyan-Botchey (Worship Leader at KingsGate)
New Wine and New Wineskins: Discipleship, Gen Z and Preparing for Abundance
Pete Hughes
There seems to be a season shift happening in the western church from winter to spring and from a mindset of surviving scarcity to one of stewarding abundance. Jesus said that new wine needs new wineskins and this session will be an opportunity to explore some of the key threads of this season shift, how we prepare for the abundance that is coming our way and what discipleship looks like in this key spiritual and cultural moment.
A Culture of Relational Evangelism
Phil Knox
How do we create a culture of relational evangelism? This is one of the most important questions as we seek to make the most of these extraordinary times. All the latest research tells us that it is not those in paid church roles who play the most significant role in how adults become Christians. Behind the ‘Quiet Revival’ there are millions of everyday friendships. Come and see the data and hear the stories of the most trodden pathways to faith and explore how we equip and inspire everyone in our church communities to play their part in making disciples.
Systems and Structure
Daniel Rolfe, Jimmy Witcher, Stuart Keir
Healthy churches don’t grow by accident—they grow on purpose. Behind every thriving ministry is a framework of systems and structures that release people, steward resources, and sustain vision. This session will explore how God’s design for the Church includes both Spirit-empowered life and intentional organisation, showing how wise systems can support spiritual vitality without stifling it.
Session 2 - 2:10pm
Effective Kids and Youth Ministry
Sherry Surrat, Susie Aldridge, Zia Deeks
This panel with Sherry Surrat, Susie Aldridge (Trent Vineyard), and Zia Deeks (KingsGate) is an opportunity to hear from those leading Kids and Youth on what they are seeing and experiencing, what roadblocks they have encountered and how they addressed them. The session will highlight the importance of ministering to children, teens, and parents, as well as cover practical ideas for implementation.
Developing a Culture of Generosity
John Wright
It’s probably fair to say that churches generally have less money than is ideal! Speaking from his experience of leading an extraordinarily generous and well-resourced church, John will share insights and practical tips on encouraging the church to excel in the area of generosity.
Five Keys to Building Effective Community
Simon Deeks
This seminar explores five essential ingredients for creating spaces where people are known by name and can find a sense of belonging. Drawing from 20+ years of pastoral leadership experience at KingsGate, a long list of ‘how not to do it’ and the lessons of a multi-campus church journey, this session will offer both key areas to reflect on in your context and some practical tools to apply.
Multicultural Transition
Steve Cuss, Janett Reid, Jasmine Allen
How can we take meaningful steps toward building communities that reflect the diversity of God’s Kingdom? Facilitated by Steve Cuss, join Janett Reid (King’s Church London), as well as Jasmine Allen (KingsGate) as they share lessons learned, and practical insights on fostering deeper inclusion across every aspect of church life.
Authentic Discipleship
Ness and Rich Wilson
Ness Wilson (Pioneer UK Leader) and Rich Wilson (Fusion Movement Leader) both lead Open Heaven. Together, they remind us that we have this treasure in jars of clay — yet we don’t always know how to give it away or identify it in others! When we do, we enter the centre ground for making disciples. We want to look at the outcomes of discipleship, the obstacles to discipleship and some relational pathways that foster relationships and forge disciples.
Need Help?
Our team, led by Siling Tan, is happy to help. Head over to the information desk in the atrium or email info@partneringforpurpose.online.
