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Our twice-yearly residential training conferences for junior leaders (interns and ministry apprentices). Formation Residentials How can you give your junior leaders the best start? “[Formation Residentials are] so foundational to the whole year and what we’re trying to do on the Ministry Training Scheme because it’s not looking at developing skills, it’s not about increasing knowledge, but it’s actually about the heart… its really about the person of the Christian leader.” Church Leader Character-focussed training for junior leaders The demands of new ministry roles often mean prioritising skills and competency over spiritual formation. We know that establishing these rhythms and heart attitudes are essential for sustainable joy-filledservice. Formation Residential Conferences are designed to complement your existing training by helping new leaders to ask “What does healthy Christian leadership look like?” Across the two conferences, in September and March, we teach about living in the love of God day by day (including disciplines around rest and using our time), experiencing God’s grace, loving God’s church, becoming Christ-like, and being a servant. We also encourage supervisors of junior leaders and overseers of church internship schemes to accompany their delegates. This provides a great opportunity for teams to bond and be refreshed together. We would love supervisors to take an active part in the program - sharing their wisdom and experiences with the junior leaders. *We are no longer centrally co-ordinating accommodation; however, we will still provide all meals, including breakfast. There are many accommodation options offered nearby, including Travelodge , Premier Inn , AirBnbs and other hotels and private lets on booking.com. Dates for 2026/27 8th - 10th September & 2nd - 4th March in Nottingham Booking Now Open! Supervisors offer!! To help supervisors join in the fun, we want to cover your conference costs* *This means you will only need to pay your accommodation and travel - though we may be able to find alternative accommodation options if needed. What people say about Formation Residentials: I left Formation feeling more prepared for the year ahead, the challenges and opportunities, but also with the joy of the Lord, and the reason why this year is worth doing: for His glory.” Delegate Formation Residential Conferences Booking Now Open! Who are the Formation Residential Conferences for? Up Up Formation Residentials are for anyone getting their first taste of ministry. Traditionally this will be those in trainee or internship roles in churches and organisations, though anyone in their first ministry role is welcome and would benefit from the content. The content has relevance those exploring vocational ministry and is also beneficial for equipping believers to live a life of joy-filled faith and service beyond their current roles. We’d also love to have any supervisors join us! This provides a great opportunity for teams to bond and be refreshed together. We encourage supervisors to take an active part in the program - sharing their wisdom and experiences with the junior leaders. What to expect at a Formation Residential Conference Up Up Across the three days of the conference delegates will take part in a variety of sessions, including seminar-style sessions, expository sessions and an open Q&A. We also try to ensure there is plenty of space to reflect on the things they are learning individually, in groups or by talking one-to-one with a member of the team. As a conference particularly for junior leaders, it provides an ideal opportunity to get to know others in similar roles with similar challenges. With this in mind we also build in time to socialise and have fun with the other delegates and team. What is the difference between the autumn and spring conference? Up Up Many roles start (or re-start) in line with the academic year, so our September Conference is designed with this in mind. The conference is intended to help leaders lay essential foundations for sustainable and joy-filled ministry, particularly as they start to establish routines and get to grips with ministry life. We cover subjects such as enjoying God’s grace, loving the Church, becoming Christ-like, being a servant, and day-to-day disciplines and tips for living in the love of God. We also take time to help them understand what changes they may experience as they transition into a formal role at church (where applicable). Our March conference provides an opportunity for the junior leaders to stop and take stock. Throughout the Conference, we help them unpack how they see the Lord teaching and developing them, and the areas that have been challenging for them. We tackle important subjects such as “faith vs. going through the motions”, and how to set our hearts and minds on Jesus especially as we might need consider what’s next. Throughout this conference, we spend time dwelling on Jesus and the grace we have received in him - a balm for those who are weary and an encouragement to spur the junior leaders on. Our junior leaders are undertaking a ministry training courses, should they still attend a Conference like this? Up Up Ministry Training Courses provide vital training in theology, Bible handling and practical skills, however by prioritisng such aspects of ministry they often don't cover topics relating to the life and heart of the junior leader. This is where Formation Residentials come in! All conference tickets include meals throughout the course of the conference (breakfast, lunch and dinner) which are served at the conference venue. Delegates will need to arrange their own accommodation. There are many options nearby including Travelodge , Premier Inn , AirBnbs and other options on booking.com What are the food and accommodation options? Up Up Several ticket options are available at the time of purchase. All conference tickets include meals throughout the course of the conference (breakfast, lunch and dinner) which are served at the conference venue. Delegates will need to arrange their own accommodation. There are many options nearby including Travelodge , Premier Inn , AirBnbs and other options on booking.com Related ministries Formation Courses Formation School Formation Seminars Gospel Shaped Pastoral Care Course Pastoral Care Foundations Course

Our people Living Leadership is a collaborative network of staff , Associates , Affiliates , Trustees and Volunteers, united by the vision to see Christ glorified through leaders who abide in him Affiliate Associate Staff Trustee Filter by Location Filter by Ministry Areas Alastair Gledhill Trustee Ministries involved in: Charity Trustee Find out more Alli Clear Associate England Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refreshment Days, Refresh Groups, Refresh Network Online, Refresh Community for Spouses Find out more Claire Cromartie Trustee England Ministries involved in: Charity Trustee Find out more Alison Mark Associate Northern Ireland Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Groups, Refresh Network Online, Refreshment Days, Refresh Community for Spouses Find out more Bettina Collins Associate England Ministries involved in: Refresh Network Online, Refresh One to One, Refresh Groups, Formation School, Refresh Community for Spouses Find out more Claire Reynolds Operations Manager England Ministries involved in: Ministry Support Staff Find out more Alistair Bill Associate Northern Ireland Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Groups, Refresh Network Online Find out more Brian Gooding Associate Scotland Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Groups, Refreshment Days, Refresh Network Online Find out more Claire Wroe Associate England Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refreshment Days, Refresh Groups Find out more Alistair Magowan Associate England Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Network Online Find out more Cassells Morrell Associate Republic of Ireland Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Groups, Refreshment Days, Formation Seminars Find out more Dafydd Job Associate Wales Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Groups, Refresh Network Online, Resources, Formation Seminars Find out more 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 Related links Associates Scheme Affiliates Scheme How we work

Associate Bettina Collins View all: Affiliates Associates Staff Trustees Bettina Collins Associate Country: England Areas Covered: South East England, Online With training in both Psychology and Theology, Bettina previously worked both as a licenced Clinical Psychologist and Women’s bible study leader in Southern California before moving to the UK. As a missionary kid (MK), she became involved with missionary Member Care and TCKs (Third Culture Kids). This has naturally evolved into Pastoral Care for leaders. She continues to lead and teach women’s groups and her interests in psychology and theology have led to a passion for the spiritual formation of the soul through discipleship. She currently leads the track on Spiritual Formation at Formation School. Ministries involved in: Refresh Network Online, Refresh One to One, Refresh Groups, Formation School, Refresh Community for Spouses Get in touch If you are looking for one to one support, our 'What to Expect ' document lays out Our commitment to you and the principles underpinning interpersonal ministry.

Leading through change is a critical skill for leaders. Marcus Honeysett unpacks some thoughts on how to lead through change. Agents of Change (Part 1) Back to all Articles Agents of Change (Part 1) "Leaders receive and then set out a vision of where God is taking the church into the future, prioritising mission and creating a missional culture. This places a priority on change.Change, however, is a threat to stability. So leading through change is a critical skill for leaders. " Marcus Honeysett unpacks some thoughts on leading a church through change, and what can cause issues. Download Related articles Agents of Change: Part 2

Take part in our annual research to understand the needs of ministers and their spouses, and the trends in Christian leadership Ministers and Spouses Spiritual Health Survey How are you doing, really? This is the question we look to answer in our Annual Ministers and Spouses Spiritual Health Survey, which we open for respondents from January - March each year. Each year we ask the same generic questions about spiritual health, followed by a special interest topic exclusively for that year. 2026's specialist topic was the impact of finances on leaders and spouses wellbeing and access to refreshment and support. Here are a small sample of this year's results: 6.5/10 was the average self-assessment of spiritual wellbing for all the leaders and spouses who participated, with nearly two thirds scoring 7 or higher 60% reported their financial situation as at best ‘stretched’ and at worst ‘unsustainable’, including 13% who described their situation as 'precarious' or 'worrying'. 43% Are feeling weary, burnt out, drained, exhausted, lethargic or tired. With 26% of the survey respondents using only negative words when asked to provide 3 words for their current state 19% Report that their marriages have experienced significant pressure due to finances in the last year. Whereas 60% of the marriages represented are not facing meaningful pressure due to finance. 64% do not receive positive support from a denomination . 13% have no denomination to support them, 36% says denominational support was not beneficial to them, and 13% sadly said it had a negative impact. 28% Of spouses of those in ministry consider financial pressures to be one of the most concerning challenges in ministry life. 18% Have considered leaving ministry quite or very often over the past year. Encouragingly, this number is down 7% from 2025. 55% Of the respondents’ churches/ministries budget for their spiritual health. (We however acknowledge there may be an over-representation due to many respondants being service users of LL) For more information on this year's survey you can check out our executive summary or reach out for fuller statistics. Related links Subscribe Resources Refresh Ministries Formation Ministries

Staff Graham Cooke View all: Affiliates Associates Staff Trustees Graham Cooke Ministry Development Lead: South of England Country: England Areas Covered: South West England, South East England, Online Graham joined Living Leadership in May 2023, to help develop the work in Southern England, part-time, whilst continuing as Pastor at Kennet Valley Free Church, Reading. His own experience in pastoral ministry has shown him how much church leaders need support, nurture and encouragement, and having benefited from the ministry of Living Leadership over the years, he is thrilled to be part of the team. Graham is married to Cate, with three children. Many years ago he taught maths. He loves walking (hills if possible), playing hockey and reading. Ministries involved in: Ministry Development, Refreshment Days Get in touch If you are looking for one to one support, our 'What to Expect ' document lays out Our commitment to you and the principles underpinning interpersonal ministry.

Roy Bishop considers how we might counsel everyone affected by adultery and how we might prevent it Adultery (Part 3) Back to all Articles Adultery (Part 3) In the final of Roy Bishop's articles on Adultery, he considers three key questions we might ask ourselves when supporting someone who has committed adultery: "How can we suppor a couple willing to rebuild their relationship after adultery?", "what about the third party?" and "how might we support the children?". He also expands on what we might do as church leaders to support marriages and prevent it from ever happening. Download Related articles Adultery: Part 1 Adultery: Part 2

Associate Mark Arnold View all: Affiliates Associates Staff Trustees Mark Arnold Associate Country: England Areas Covered: North West England, Online Mark is married to Roz, and they have 3 children. They live in the North West, and Mark works for Langham Publishing. He has a PhD in Old Testament studies and is passionate about encouraging those in ministry to engage with the Bible for healthy living in the church and the world. Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Network Online, Refresh Groups, Refreshment Days, Formation Seminars, Resources Get in touch If you are looking for one to one support, our 'What to Expect ' document lays out Our commitment to you and the principles underpinning interpersonal ministry.

Associate Louise Magowan View all: Affiliates Associates Staff Trustees Louise Magowan Associate Country: England Areas Covered: Midlands, Online Privileged to be a wife, mother of three and granny to three. I became a Christian while training as a nurse. My career has included midwifery, pastoral ministry and latterly ordained ministry. Pastoral care is my true passion and where my sense of vocation and heart lies. Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refresh Network Online, Refresh Community for Spouses Get in touch If you are looking for one to one support, our 'What to Expect ' document lays out Our commitment to you and the principles underpinning interpersonal ministry.

Associate Joe Sidders View all: Affiliates Associates Staff Trustees Joe Sidders Associate Country: England Areas Covered: South West England, Online After an engineering degree, Joe worked in schools as a Physics teacher and, latterly, as Deputy Head at Monkton Combe and Repton Schools. He now runs a leadership coaching business, The Pilgrim Coach, and works with mainly Christians in leadership, offering a neutral, confidential space for them to process their leadership challenges within a Gospel context. He lives in Bath with his wife, Sarah, and has three children. Ministries involved in: Refresh One to One, Refreshment Days Get in touch If you are looking for one to one support, our 'What to Expect ' document lays out Our commitment to you and the principles underpinning interpersonal ministry.

Paul Coulter explores the idea of "servant leadership" and its roots Servant Leadership or Leading Servants? (Part 1) Back to all Articles Servant Leadership or Leading Servants? (Part 1) Paul Coulter explores the idea of "servant leadership" and its roots Download Related articles Servant Leadership or Leading Servants? Part 2