CO N T E MP O R A RY
to YFC Conference 2016
Design www.cdonald.co
Neil O’Boyle National Director
Blessings,
Let’s make the most of this opportunity to enjoy fellowship as brothers and sisters in Christ and be challenged and spurred on to reflect our great God in all aspects of our lives.
I’ve already had the privilege of meeting many of you who spend untold hours each week working with young people in order that the light of Christ would shine into their hearts and they would receive Him! But if I haven’t met you yet, please say ‘hi’ this week.
Happy New Year! I’m thrilled to be spending this week with you as we begin 2016.
If you haven’t already booked a place for one of these you can do so at the information point.
We have experts in Safeguarding and HR available for one-to-one advice sessions on Tuesday.
ADVICE CLINICS
Parents and those with technical passes will be allowed to the front of the restaurant queues.
Meals will be served throughout the opening times of the restaurant so you don’t have to arrive as soon as the restaurant opens.
RESTAURANT
The Bar in the Nightclub will be open in the evenings and people are welcome to use the area for socialising in the evening, and when seminars aren’t going on.
BAR OPENING HOURS
Children are allowed in the pool if accompanied by an adult.
We have the pleasure of using the Spindles Health Club and Gym at the hotel. The indoor pool, spa, sauna, steam room and gym are all free of charge.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
If parents wish to make use of the crèche we would ask them to help out by being part of the crèche rota. Please bring your own toys and DVDs with you.
During most of the rest of the day the Board Room will be open for parents to take their children to play, but other than the morning sessions you will need to stay with your children.
The crèche is open every morning from 9.00–10.45 and 11.15-12.45 in the Board Room (next to the main meeting room).
CHILDREN
YFC info and resource point will be in the hotel lobby adjacent to reception and will be open every day. Please check the stand for the daily opening times.
INFO
Reception
Residents Bar
Cheshire Suite
#YFCCONF15
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GET IN TOUCH
Spindles Health Club
Entrance
Yfc Info & Resources
Derbyshire Suite
County Suite
Creche & Boardroom
Cocktail Bar
Pub
5-32 101-132 201-232 160-185 260-289 360-384 460-485
Nightclub
Restaurant
Britannia Suite
34-43 136-143 236-243
45-59 144-159 244-259
ROOMS
Andy Hawthorne OBE is the Founder and Chief Executive of the Message Trust. He has addressed the UK and Scottish Parliaments on the transformative power of the gospel of Jesus and is the author of eight books including Hope Unleashed and Here I Am Send Me. He was awarded the OBE in 2011 in recognition for his services to young people. Andy is married to Michele and together they have two children, Sam and Beth.
HAWTHORNE
ANDY
Krish Kandiah is President of The London School of Theology and Founder and Director of Home for Good - a charity finding loving adoptive and foster homes for vulnerable children. Krish is passionate about helping the Church relate relevantly and faithfully to contemporary culture. He lecturers in Evangelism at Regents Park College, Oxford University and is a consulting editor of Christianity Magazine. He is married to Miriam, has four children and has a keen interest in movies, rock music and Liverpool FC.
KANDIAH
KRISH
SPEAKERS
is the Head of Safeguarding at the Churches Child Protection Advisory Service (CCPAS). With 20 years’ experience working within children’s services, he is called to be a ‘Voice for the Voiceless’ and is passionate about helping churches and other Christian organisations become safer places for vulnerable people.
HUMPHRIES
JUSTIN
In 2004 Back to Church Sunday was birthed and Michael Harvey started working with churches throughout the UK. He has spoken to thousands of church leaders in his seminars and seen thousands of Christians mobilised to invite others to church. Michael is a fellow of St John’s College Durham. He is married to Eike and they have three children Ben, Kirsty and Lydia.
HARVEY
MICHAEL
Kiera Phyo is a broadcaster, married mum of two and head of Youth and Emerging Generations for Tearfund. Before joining Tearfund, Kiera spent eight years as a schools worker; mentoring vulnerable girls as well as doing local church youth work. The daughter of Laurence Singlehurst, Kiera’s heart is to see younger women released into who God has called them to be.
PHYO
KIERA
studied theology at Kings College London. While finishing his PhD, he lectured in Greek and Hebrew and regularly visited Speakers Corner to engage with radical Muslim speakers and arguments against the Bible. Paul is a Church of England minister and currently leads a church plant in Neath, South Wales. He is the author of the Book by Book series material which he co-hosts with Richard Bewes. Paul and his wife, Liz have two sons, Jonathan and Paul and a daughter, Anna.
BLACKHAM
PAUL
For 14 years Jill Garrett has been a consultant, coach and facilitator. Formerly a Secondary School Head teacher, Jill became European Managing Director of the Gallup Organisation which she led through major reorganisation. Jill is on the Advisory Board for Strategic Leadership at Edinburgh University and teaches on MBA and undergraduate courses. She is married to Philip, has a married daughter Laura and a black Labrador puppy called Hugo.
GARRETT
JILL
is the Chief Executive of Urban Saints and the Senior Pastor of Hitchin Christian Centre. He’s passionate about releasing potential in people and organisations, particularly children and young people, having been involved in youth work for over 25 years. He is the founder of lifelive123.org – a new movement of people committed to intentional, accountable disciple-making relationships.
SUMMERFIELD
MATT
heads the employment law team at Keelys LLP. Paul advises over 50 Christian employers (and over 150 secular employers) on employment law issues. Paul is renowned for giving practical advice and for his lively presentation style.
ROBERTS
PAUL
is a psychologist who is passionate about helping people keep emotionally healthy in spite of what life throws at them. She's a church leader working with Hitchin Christian Centre and a speaker and author. Kate spends a lot of time explaining that she isn't married to Prince William but enjoys reading about her good dress sense in the newspapers. Kate and her husband have two children.
MIDDLETON
KATE
Whilst studying for degrees in both Primary Education and Theology, singing was not on Amie Aitken's mind as a career choice. But by the time she graduated in summer 2012, she was ready to release her debut single and had booked her first solo tour. Amie has built up a loyal network of supporters and is ready to release new music for all to enjoy.
AITKEN
AMIE
11.30 - 12.45
18.00 - 19.30
07.00 - 08.30
12.45 - 14.00
Sports Hub Facilitated Discussion - Steve Bownds and James Girling If you are involved in sports ministry or if you would like to know how to start an effective sports ministry, this hub is for you!
Britannia Suite
Lunch
Open Space/Debate An opportunity to discuss and debate the issues relevant to you and your ministry today.
YFC One and Moorlands Teaching Day
Britannia Suite Nightclub
When Professional Affects Personal – Keeping It Real Jill Garrett Life is busy, there’s always things going on but how do we learn to switch off at home in a 24/7 work culture and draw the lines between work and home life?
Main Meeting Room
10.45 - 11.25
Bible Study - Krish Kandiah | Main Meeting Room
Prayer | Reception Bar
Breakfast
TUESDAY
Evening Meeting ( Neil O’Boyle ) | Main Meeting Room
Evening Meal
New to YFC Conference?
Tea/Coffee Break
09.15 - 10.45
08.45
19.30 - 21.30
16.30 - 17.15 Britannia Suite
MONDAY
15.00 - 16.00 16.30 - 17.30
Sex, Lies and the Christian Workplace - Paul Roberts What do we do and where do we stand when things don’t go to plan? Exploring issues around sexuality and relationships, discrimination, morality and the genuine occupational requirement, Paul will help us prepare for and know how to deal with issues when they arise.
Nightclub
22.00 Britannia Suite
19.30 - 21.30
18.00 - 19.15
After Hours - Amie Aitken Amie brings a unique blend of music, story and life. Grab a drink, relax and enjoy this evening of music with one of Scotland’s up and coming musicians.
Evening Meeting [ Kiera Phyo ] | Main Meeting Room
Evening Meal
YFC I - Edward de Kam
Being Aware of Spiritual Abuse, Coercion and Control in Youth Ministry - Justin Humphreys and Dr Lisa Oakley Social media can be brilliant, but a minefield. How can we use this safely to reach young people in a digital age, whilst simultaneously being aware of its perils and pitfalls?
Nightclub
Pub
YFC One and Moorlands Teaching Day
Paradoxology - Krish Kandiah Scripture is full of apparent paradoxes. But what if the tension between apparently opposing doctrines is exactly where faith comes alive? What if it is in the difficult parts of the Bible that God is most clearly revealed? In this session Krish helps us to think more deeply about the questions of life and faith.
Britannia Suite
Main Meeting Room
YFC I - Edward de Kam
YFC One and Moorlands Teaching Day
Britannia Suite
Pub
Getting the best out of your teams - Jill Garrett We’re all created uniquely and wired differently, so team composition can make or break what we do. Jill will explore how we shape and get the best out of new or existing teams.
Main Meeting Room
11.30 - 12.45 15.00 - 16.00
Open Space/Debate An opportunity to discuss and debate the issues relevant to you and your ministry today. Mentoring Hub Facilitated Discussion - Dani Knox If you mentor young people, this session is for you. Come along to share ideas and pinch a few others to take back with you.
Nightclub
Pub
Mental Health: The Issues For Young People And How We Respond - Dr. Kate Middleton Life can be incredibly hard for many young people, which can result in a range of mental issues. How do we love them, support them and help them walk with God through this. The Road Back – What Happens If We’ve Messed Up Big Time Matt Summerfield Knowing God’s forgiveness and grace when things have gone pear-shaped or temptation has taken a hold and also some practical tips to help us not make the same mistakes again.
Main Meeting Room
Britannia Suite
12.45 - 14.00
Home For Good - Krish Kandiah Every day more than 50 children are taken into care in the UK. Some need a home in an emergency, some permanently. The church is uniquely placed to help meet this need. Come and find out more about the work of Home for Good, how YFC can help raise awareness of fostering and how to get involved in fostering and adoption yourself.
Britannia Suite
Lunch
Rhythms Of Life – Keys To Walking With Jesus - Kiera Phyo
Main Meeting Room
10.45 - 11.25
Bible Study - Krish Kandiah | Main Meeting Room
Prayer | Reception Bar
07.00 - 08.30
Tea/coffee Break
09.15 - 10.45
08.45
Breakfast
WEDNESDAY
16.30 - 17.30 22.00
Nightclub
Britannia Suite
19.30 - 21.30
Apollo 13: Vulnerable Young People in the Church Krish Kandiah
After Hours - TriVolle Tournament
Evening Meeting [ Andy Hawthorne ] | Main Meeting Room
Evening Meal
18.00 - 19.15
Meeting Jesus in all the Scriptures - Paul Blackham Encountering Jesus is so important. One way we do this is through reading His Word. In this session we look at keeping our Bible reading alive and fresh.
Nightclub
YFC I - Edward de Kam
‘Guard Your Mind’: Mental Health in the 21st Century Dr. Kate Middleton Reports on the news tell of a stress epidemic, with more people being off work with anxiety than ever before. Kate helps us understand more about how our minds work and how we can guard ourselves against or deal with issues surrounding our mental health.
Britannia Suite
Pub
Platform Preaching: Evangelistic Youth Ministry - Central, Dated Or Irrelevant? - Andy Hawthorne Is there still a place for the platform evangelist and alter call today? Does evangelism need to be done differently or is this still an effective form of sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ?
YFC I - Edward de Kam
Worship, Evangelism And The Church - Amie Aitken Jesus was pure and holy but spent time loving unholy people. Holiness is striving for godliness but also means a hands-on ‘messiness’ as we seek to worship God by caring for people in that way.
Main Meeting Room
Pub
Nightclub
11.30 - 12.45 15.00 - 16.00
Schools Work Hub Facilitated Discussion - Joe Lowther A session for all working in schools to share, borrow and steal good ideas and sharpen one another in the area of schools ministry
Pub
Britannia Suite
Main Meeting Room
Open Space/Debate An opportunity to discuss and debate the issues relevant to you and your ministry today.
Nightclub
Dealing with Challenging Behaviour Jonathan Allen and the Phase Trust Team We love young people but sometimes their behaviour is hard to deal with. Using real-life experiences and practical tips from a tried and tested YFC Centre, Phase will give you a toolkit for behaviour management with young people.
The Lost Art of Invitation: Evangelism and Decision Moments in 21st Century Culture - Michael Harvey Michael will engage you in a journey where he will challenge the present mindset of evangelism and shift the paradigm. Expect controversy but also the tools to reframe.
12.45 - 14.00
In It for the Long Haul - Joy and Andy Clark Lessons from 20+ years of ministry – keeping it real, keeping the passion and keeping Jesus at the centre through the peaks and troughs.
Britannia Suite
Lunch
Creating a Disciple-Making Culture in your Youth Ministry Matt Summerfield Throughout history and through the Bible we see people make a difference by investing in the lives of individuals. Matt will explore how to do this using his Live Life 1, 2, 3 concept.
Main Meeting Room
10.45 - 11.25
Bible Study - Krish Kandiah | Main Meeting Room
Prayer | Reception Bar
7.00 - 08.30
Tea/coffee Break
09.15 - 10.45
08.45
Breakfast
THURSDAY
16.30 - 17.30
After Hours - Quiz
Evening Meeting [ Neil O’Boyle ] | Main Meeting Room Covenant – Ken Wright
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22.30 Nightclub
19.30 - 21.30
Evening Meal
18.00 - 19.15
Honest Relationships: Leading By Example Without Oversharing - Zoe Abernethy and Alison Hardy How do we engage in the deep discussions about relationships, using our stories and our situations, yet portraying a Biblical standpoint?
Nightclub
YFC I - Edward de Kam
Centre Director and Trustees’ Reception - Neil O’Boyle A session for Centre Directors and Trustees only. Grab a drink, share some stories and find out a bit more about Neil’s vision for YFC across Britain.
Britannia Suite
Pub
Supporting Others When It’s All Gone Wrong Matt Summerfield Life doesn’t always go to plan, especially for the young people we support. How can we journey with them through the chaos and help them to both deal with stuff, but also trust in Jesus when He may seem far off.
YFC I - Edward de Kam
They’re Not Coping - Sarah Davis and Erin Doherty Exploring what God can do and what we can do to bridge the gap for young people struggling with various issues.
Main Meeting Room
Pub
Nightclub