If this is your first time at the conference, you are warmly invited to the Welcome Meeting at 6:30 pm on Saturday in Y Sgubor (located centrally on the PJM and Fferm Penglais site). We would love to meet you and help you settle in for the week ahead.

Test your knowledge, laugh, and have a great time with friends old and new!

You Must Be Born Again! (John 3:1-16)

Join us on the Aberystwyth prom (near the bandstand), for hymn singing, testimonies, and gospel sharing.

Looking for somewhere informal to relax and spend time with others during the conference? Aber Lounge provides a welcoming space to enjoy a coffee, meet new people, and catch up with friends. Whether you’re new to Aber or a regular visitor, do come along—you’ll receive a warm welcome.

They Came to a Place Called Golgotha (Matthew 27:33)

A social opportunity to renew friendships and make news ones – a chat over a cuppa as the week begins.

Extra Time team and meet new people, chat, play games and hear how God is working in people’s lives today

Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Monday: Ready for One Another

Bring your own food - the company and fun is provided!

Looking for somewhere informal to relax and spend time with others during the conference? Aber Lounge provides a welcoming space to enjoy a coffee, meet new people, and catch up with friends. Whether you’re new to Aber or a regular visitor, do come along—you’ll receive a warm welcome.

Christ Above All (Colossians 1:15-23)

A relaxed space to unwind, reflect on what you’ve heard, and enjoy fellowship together.

Monday – Heart

Welcome to Time Out at Aber. Whether this is your first visit or your twenty-first, you are very welcome. Join us for conversation, refreshments, and a short devotion as we begin the week together. No awkward ice breakers, we promise!

In conversation with Phil Swann We'll be chatting with our main speaker for the week, Phil Swann. It'll be a great chance to hear something of his story and to get a flavour of what he'll be preaching on during the week.

Monday – A word in season to connect to today’s young people

Alun, an experienced Christian leader among young people and a head teacher, will help us think about how we can connect meaningfully and spiritually with the younger generation.

In the evenings we'll be exploring our week's theme of 'Authenticity'. We'll discuss in groups our understanding of how God has shaped all of us and how that should affect our perspective. Jesus calls us to examine ourselves and how we respond to the world around us, so where do we start?

- Monday – Authentic: Who am I?
We have been made in God's image — how does that shape how we live from day to day? To begin our week of discussion, we're looking introspectively. We'll look back on who God first calls us to be and how Jesus continues to bring us back to that big idea.

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Tuesday: Move Toward One Another

Our children’s clubs are a much-loved part of the week. Whether your child is coming for the first time or is already familiar with Aber, they will have the chance to build friendships and explore the Bible through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Tiny Tots (6month - 4 years) - Lower Dance Studio

Mini Marvels (4-7) - Students’ Union

Holiday Heroes (7-11) - Students’ Union

JAber (11-15) - Students’ Union

To attend, each child will need an event pass and a completed consent form, which should be submitted in advance at www.emw.org.uk/parents. Please ensure that children are collected promptly after the morning meeting each day.

Mission Unstoppable: Why we Go (Revelation 1)

Members of the Editorial Board of The Evangelical Magazine will lead an interactive workshop aimed at encouraging aspiring writers and exploring what makes a strong article for the magazine. The session will include short writing exercises, so please bring pens and notebooks. All are welcome on Tuesday at 2:00 pm in C22.

Let Thy Glorious Morning Dawn: The Optimistic Methodists

Optimistic. Joyful. Sadly, such a vocabulary does not always accompany our modern, Christian expression. One of the noticeable elements of historic Calvinistic Methodism was this tangible optimism expressed in its rich hymnody. What was going on? Join us to find out more. Nathan Munday is Assistant Minister at Heath Evangelical Church, Cardiff. He is married to Jenna and is the father of Seth and Anna. He enjoys writing, walking, and reading.

The Mission Exhibition will once again be held on campus in Medrus, on the first floor of Penbryn. It offers a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of organisations and societies, each sharing resources, opportunities, and accounts of how God is at work across the world. Do take time to browse the displays and speak with those involved—they will be glad to tell you more about their ministries.

This year, a café will also be running within the exhibition, hosted by Dave and Ange Gee from Bala Evangelical Church, where you can enjoy tea or coffee during your visit.

Join us on the Aberystwyth prom (near the bandstand), for hymn singing, testimonies, and gospel sharing.

One with Jesus (Colossians 3:1-4)

A relaxed space to unwind, reflect on what you’ve heard, and enjoy fellowship together.

Tuesday – Mind

Emotions, patterns of thinking, and traumatic events can be a great challenge to Christians and their churches. Phil Swann has a particular pastoral interest in this area and he will explore how some of these things impact us and our churches, and how we may support others to survive—and even thrive—after trauma.

Facing a task unfinished None of us are exempt from the Great Commission in Matthew 28 to "go and make disciples of all nations...", and yet we often don't find evangelism easy. We'll be spending some time reminding one another of how exciting evangelism is and encouraging one another to boldly share Jesus with those who don't know him yet.

Tuesday – A word in season to those who have been bereaved

Speaker: Jeremy Bailey

Drawing on many years of pastoral ministry, Jeremy will help us consider how to offer comfort, wisdom, and support to those facing loss.

In the evenings we'll be exploring our week's theme of 'Authenticity'. We'll discuss in groups our understanding of how God has shaped all of us and how that should affect our perspective. Jesus calls us to examine ourselves and how we respond to the world around us, so where do we start?

Tuesday – Authentic: Who are they?
Beyond how we choose to view ourselves, how does the world choose to represent each other? Whether it's your best friend's Instagram story or an ad tour from your favourite celebrity influencer, our lives are filled with profiles and characters. We'll explore how helpful or detrimental these outside influences can be, and how we can choose to respond.

Come and relax with others!

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Wednesday: Enjoy One Another

Our children’s clubs are a much-loved part of the week. Whether your child is coming for the first time or is already familiar with Aber, they will have the chance to build friendships and explore the Bible through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Tiny Tots (6month - 4 years) - Lower Dance Studio

Mini Marvels (4-7) - Students’ Union

Holiday Heroes (7-11) - Students’ Union

JAber (11-15) - Students’ Union

To attend, each child will need an event pass and a completed consent form, which should be submitted in advance at www.emw.org.uk/parents. Please ensure that children are collected promptly after the morning meeting each day.

Mission Unstoppable: How We Go (Acts 8:29-40)

Fun Afternoon – 2:00 pm Wednesday (at the grassy area beside the Great Hall, or in the Marquee next to the Students’ Union building if it’s raining)

The Mission Exhibition will once again be held on campus in Medrus, on the first floor of Penbryn. It offers a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of organisations and societies, each sharing resources, opportunities, and accounts of how God is at work across the world. Do take time to browse the displays and speak with those involved—they will be glad to tell you more about their ministries.

This year, a café will also be running within the exhibition, hosted by Dave and Ange Gee from Bala Evangelical Church, where you can enjoy tea or coffee during your visit.

Preaching Mark’s Gospel in Three Words (Mark 8:27-38)

A relaxed space to unwind, reflect on what you’ve heard, and enjoy fellowship together.

Wednesday – Strength

Discipling is hard work and lots of us feel overwhelmed by the challenge. Rico Tice is best known for Christianity Explored, a course that introduces people to Jesus. In this session Rico will help us think about the ongoing challenges and opportunities that come with a discipline a new believer.

Vicky's Story: Meeting God in the Bible We'll be hearing Vicky's testimony—her story of how Jesus saved her and transformed her life is truly from darkness to light.

Wednesday – Pastoral care in today’s society (Interview with Phil Swann)

Through an interview format, we will explore the realities of pastoral care today and how church members can support their leaders. We will also reflect on how to offer spiritual help—including “a word in season”—to those facing the end of life.

In the evenings we'll be exploring our week's theme of 'Authenticity'. We'll discuss in groups our understanding of how God has shaped all of us and how that should affect our perspective. Jesus calls us to examine ourselves and how we respond to the world around us, so where do we start?

- Wednesday – Authentic: Who is listening?
This year's most talked-about companions are those created by us. But who are Gemini, Claude, ChatGPT, or Grok? And how should their existence affect us as Christians? We'll be discussing theological takes on artificial intelligence — whether it is beneficial, or whether we should use it at all.

Come and relax with others!

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Thursday: Walk with One Another

Our children’s clubs are a much-loved part of the week. Whether your child is coming for the first time or is already familiar with Aber, they will have the chance to build friendships and explore the Bible through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Tiny Tots (6month - 4 years) - Lower Dance Studio

Mini Marvels (4-7) - Students’ Union

Holiday Heroes (7-11) - Students’ Union

JAber (11-15) - Students’ Union

To attend, each child will need an event pass and a completed consent form, which should be submitted in advance at www.emw.org.uk/parents. Please ensure that children are collected promptly after the morning meeting each day.

Mission Unstoppable: When We Go Wrong (Matthew 26:69-75)

Workshop: Evangelism - Why and How?

What motivates us to share the gospel—and how can we do it well? In this session, Rico Tice explores the heart behind evangelism and offers practical help for communicating the message of Jesus with clarity and confidence. Aimed at equipping believers not only to speak about their faith but also to encourage others to do the same, this session will be both thought-provoking and accessible for all. It will take place on Thursday at 2:00 pm in the Great Hall.

Relational Bible Reading

Huw Williams will lead a session on how to read the Scriptures as a heart-focused relationship with Christ, rather than simply a mind-focused exercise in data transfer.

Come play, have fun, and enjoy great fellowship as we honour Christ through sport. £2 entry per person.

The Mission Exhibition will once again be held on campus in Medrus, on the first floor of Penbryn. It offers a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of organisations and societies, each sharing resources, opportunities, and accounts of how God is at work across the world. Do take time to browse the displays and speak with those involved—they will be glad to tell you more about their ministries.

This year, a café will also be running within the exhibition, hosted by Dave and Ange Gee from Bala Evangelical Church, where you can enjoy tea or coffee during your visit.

Join us on the Aberystwyth prom (near the bandstand), for hymn singing, testimonies, and gospel sharing.

Preaching on the Edge of Eternity (Mark 9:42-50)

A relaxed space to unwind, reflect on what you’ve heard, and enjoy fellowship together.

Thursday – Soul

We are delighted to welcome the acclaimed artist Ben Midgley. He will introduce us to a few of his favourite pieces of art, tell us why they matter to him, and show us how art can nourish your soul.

In conversation with Andrew Norbury Andrew is preaching in the Great Hall this evening. Come and spend more time with him tonight as he shares with us.

Thursday – A word in season to loved ones who are not yet saved

Speaker: J P Earnest

J P will share insights from years of evangelism, helping us think about fresh and thoughtful ways to speak the gospel to family and friends who have not yet come to faith.

In the evenings we'll be exploring our week's theme of 'Authenticity'. We'll discuss in groups our understanding of how God has shaped all of us and how that should affect our perspective. Jesus calls us to examine ourselves and how we respond to the world around us, so where do we start?

Thursday – Authentic: Who can we trust?**
Lastly, we'll finish our week together by looking at the year ahead. We'll consider how we can apply what we've learnt to our private devotional lives, social interactions, and church commitments. This will also be a great opportunity to consider where we stand with Christ. Whether you're hoping to strengthen your faith, find firm ground in a struggle with assurance, or come to Christ for the first time: the answers are in the only One we can trust.

Come and relax with others!

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Friday: Helping Fellow Sinners

Our children’s clubs are a much-loved part of the week. Whether your child is coming for the first time or is already familiar with Aber, they will have the chance to build friendships and explore the Bible through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Tiny Tots (6month - 4 years) - Lower Dance Studio

Mini Marvels (4-7) - Students’ Union

Holiday Heroes (7-11) - Students’ Union

JAber (11-15) - Students’ Union

To attend, each child will need an event pass and a completed consent form, which should be submitted in advance at www.emw.org.uk/parents. Please ensure that children are collected promptly after the morning meeting each day.

Mission Unstoppable: Where We Are Going (Revelation 7:9-17)

The Mission Exhibition will once again be held on campus in Medrus, on the first floor of Penbryn. It offers a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of organisations and societies, each sharing resources, opportunities, and accounts of how God is at work across the world. Do take time to browse the displays and speak with those involved—they will be glad to tell you more about their ministries.

This year, a café will also be running within the exhibition, hosted by Dave and Ange Gee from Bala Evangelical Church, where you can enjoy tea or coffee during your visit.

Thirsty For God (Psalm 63)