Small but Mighty!
Saturday 20 September, Feltham / Saturday 27 September, Belfast
Each year we bring together church toddler group leaders and volunteers to encourage, equip and resource them for the vital work they are doing in their communities.
At this year’s Playtime conference, we’ll explore how God can do mighty things through the ‘small’ that we offer – you’ll discover that your impact is bigger than you might think!
A flavour of the day …
- A fantastic choice of workshops packed with fresh and creative ideas for your toddler group
- A great line-up of guest speakers providing encouragement and insight
- Unique opportunities to network with other toddler group leaders from across the UK
- Time to worship, share and pray together
- Lunch and refreshments included
- An exhibition zone and shop filled with resources
- A chance to renew your vision and feel recharged to continue the incredible job you’re doing!
'I really had lost my motivation over the last month and wondered if I should continue. You've reignited my fire. Thank you.'
Main speaker – Mark Chester
Mark has been involved in running parent and toddler groups for over twenty years and is the founder of Who Let The Dads Out?, the largest network of groups specifically for dads and their children in the UK. He is the author of several books, a frequent media contributor and regularly speaks to audiences throughout the UK and beyond. He has previously worked in government, the church and Premier League Football. He is the Men’s Support Manager at Care for the Family.
Main speaker – Rachel Turner
Rachel Turner is the discipleship pastor at Hope Church, Harrogate, and the founder of Parenting for Faith. She is the author of ten books for families, parents and church leaders including Parenting Children for a Life of Faith, Comfort in Uncertain Times, and It Takes a Church to Raise a Parent. She lectures on leadership and intergenerational church at theological colleges and consults and speaks internationally.
The work that you do through your toddler group is vital. Though it might feel like your contribution is small, you not only provide a safe space for parents and their little ones to take time out and have fun, but also offer help, happiness and hope for all those who attend.
It might sometimes seem like your toddler group is undervalued, or that you put in a whole lot of effort but don’t have all that much to show for it. You might see just a few families a week, and feel it’s not enough, or perhaps you reach many but wonder if it has any spiritual significance.
The truth is that whatever the shape and size of your toddler group, when you sow into families you have a far-reaching impact on whole communities. God is doing so much beneath the surface that you might not see.
Join us at this year’s Playtime Conference as we explore how God can do mighty things through that ‘small’ that we offer.
It’s not just toddlers who are small but mighty – your group is too!
Whether you’re a passionate toddler group leader, dedicated volunteer, or are simply thinking about setting up a toddler group, we’d love to see you at our Playtime National Conference! Your group might be doing really well, or you might be feeling a bit dejected. Whatever the case, this is the perfect chance to be inspired, encouraged, and chat with other people in the same boat!
- Early bird tickets £25 each.
- Standard tickets £35, groups of 3 or more £25 each.
- Packed lunch included in fee.
- Bookings are all made through Eventbrite.
- Alternatively, feel free to call us on 029 2081 0800 and the team would be glad to help you with your booking.
- Please note we do not have facilities to accommodate babies and young children at this event.
‘Lots of practical ideas but also so much encouragement.’
‘I really had lost my motivation over the last month and wondered if I should continue. You’ve reignited my fire. Thank you.’
‘I love Playtime conference. It’s great to be entirely focused on under 5s rather than having to adapt things aimed at older children.’
‘So lovely to see so many people in the same boat.’
