Fully booked conference explores opportunities to point people to Jesus through everyday conversation

The Conversational Ministry conference, held in Assembly Buildings on Tuesday, welcomed a full house of ministers, elders, ministry leaders and church members to explore how we can make the most of everyday conversations to love and care for one another and point people to Jesus. 

Featuring keynote speakers Dr Ed Welch, of the Christian Counselling and Educational Foundation (CCEF), and Dr Andy Bannister, Director of Solas Ministries, the conference encouraged those gathered to recognise the many opportunities for meaningful conversations that arise in ordinary daily life and to be intentional in pursuing them.

Ed drew on his experience in biblical counselling and church ministry to highlight the importance of meaningful, gospel-shaped relationships, while Andy encouraged participants to engage naturally and confidently in conversations about the Christian faith.

Through stories from public transport, workplaces, after church, over coffee and around church life both speakers showed how everyday interactions can be opportunities for deeper conversations. They showed how, as Christians, we can listen well, recognise social cues, ask thoughtful questions and, with sensitivity and humility, help conversations move naturally towards matters of faith.

The conference was organised by the Council for Congregational Life and Witness to support churches and members across PCI to care for one another well and share our faith. Ongoing support is available by request.