Equip, enable and grow your ministry with Children and Young People (CYP) Foundation Training
If you’ve ever felt called to support children, young people, and families in your church but weren’t sure where to start, or if you’re already involved and want to grow in confidence, join the one-day Children and Young People (CYP) Foundations training! Held in a church near you, CYP Foundations is designed to equip you with the tools and support you need to step into or grow in children’s, youth, and families ministry. Whether you’re a volunteer, a leader, or exploring if children, youth and families ministry is for you then do join us. In addition, teams of people coming to learn together, can be a great way of having a positive impact on your church’s CYP ministry.
Think of it as a boost for you and/or your team and a chance to connect with others, gain new skills, and leave feeling empowered to serve. With guidance, practical strategies, and plenty of encouragement, you’ll walk away with a clearer vision and renewed energy to make a tangible difference in your church’s children, youth and families ministry.
Who is this training for?
This introductory course is perfect for volunteers and those considering getting involved in children’s, youth, or family ministry. It’s an excellent opportunity for individuals or teams, including ordained or CYP leaders, to develop a shared understanding and vision for ministry.
Why should you attend?
- Many people want to see more CYP in their churches but don’t feel they have the necessary skills or confidence. Come and connect with others in similar roles, share experiences and be encouraged.
This training will give you:
- Confidence to step out to grow and share your faith with young people and their families
- A foundational understanding of resources available for effective CYP ministry and discipleship.
- Practical strategies to feel confident in engaging and supporting young people in faith development.
- Tools for setting vision and values, planning, safeguarding, behaviour management, and more.
Upcoming Training Dates and Locations:
- 26th April – St Mark’s Church, St Mark’s Place, Wimbledon, London, SW19 7ND
- 10th May – Christ Church, Brighton Road, Purley, Surrey, CR8 2BN
- 14th June – St Mary Magdalene’s Church, 17 St Mary’s Road, Peckham, London, SE15 2EA
- 28th June – St Mary’s Church Centre, Chart Lane, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 7RN
- 27th September – St Peter’s Church, London Road, Kingston, Surrey, KT2 6QL
- 11th October – St Alfege’s Church, Greenwich Church Street, Greenwich, London, SE10 9BJ
Register for a training session by following the links below and take the first step towards making a lasting impact in the lives of children, young people, and families in your church.
What past participants are saying:
“I would encourage anyone to book this training for your church and children & youth teams, as it also offers an opportunity to think about strategy, mission, and vision for CYP ministry and helps with team building. Excellent day!”
“The training was enjoyable and wide-ranging. It was a good level for the group and covered the basics of everything from spiritual styles to planning sessions, safeguarding, and behaviour management. It gave us an overview of key things to consider and highlighted the resources available.”
“Following this, some of our participants have been thinking about building their skills further through additional diocesan children, youth, and families ministry courses.”