Applications close 1 July 2026
What you'll learn
What place should children and young people have in the life of the church? How do we reach, disciple children and young people and include them amongst God's people? This module moves from understanding to engagement. Students will evaluate various historical and contemporary models for such ministry and reflect upon their own ‘inherited’ patterns of practice with a view to gaining practical, biblical and theological strategies for engaging effectively with children, youth and families in church, school and community contexts.
This module will begin to generously listen to other models of ministry to learn how they can critique, inform and improve our work with young people, children and families.
Key dates
Monday 6 July 2026 - Friday 10 July 2026 - 9.55am-4.50pm
How does it work?
A full week of lectures with some pre-work to be completed in advance.
This course can be taken online or in person. It is open for students outside of the UK to participate online.
Who is it for?
Experienced youth and kids workers (5 years+ experience), church leaders and thoughtful practitioners who want to engage with wider practices in ministry.
Cost
£350
Oak Hill alumni get one free short course per year.
You can book accommodation and lunch at an additional cost.
Cancellation Policy
90% refund for cancellations 14+ days in advance.
50% refund for cancellations 7–14 days before the event.
No refund for cancellations less than 7 days before or on the day of the event.
If you have any questions pertaining to signing up for your course, group rates, or church rates email cpd@oakhill.ac.uk.
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