Energise: Engaging with Non-parents
Energise (Toddler Team Training): Engaging with Non-parents
Online training for your whole toddler group team
Many of the adults who come to our toddler groups are not the primary caregivers of the children they bring, yet they play a vital role in their lives and one we want to encourage and equip them in. In this training session we will think about how to walk with and empower grandparents and foster parents, as well as engage and enthuse childminders so that they feel seen, included, and valued rather than as imposters in our toddler groups.
We’ll unpack a biblical model of community care and see how faith forms as we all play our part in raising children together.
We’ll explore the distinct role of non-parents and the conversations that engage them at our toddler groups, and we’ll hear stories of how taking time to connect with non-parents has shaped a Christ-like culture that includes everyone.
You’ll have time as a team to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and the support that the non-parents in your group need and identify practical ways for you to reach them.
Zoom training runs from 8-9pm with an optional further discussion in your teams for 9-9.30pm
Who should I invite?
Energise training is for anyone who serves in a church toddler group, whether you lead it or just turn up on the day and pass round the breadsticks. This evening is about gathering together no matter your different levels of experience or engagement and then celebrating the different gifts and passions in the room. We hope that everyone will leave encouraged with new ideas and new levels of friendship to enable you to love and serve one another well as you partner together to serve families.
Why not open your home and invite your team round to join the training together? You could cook up a big Spag Bol, or put out a plethora of puddings. You’ll eat, and chat, and hear great fresh ideas to encourage and inspire you again. Let us train your team, all you need to do is sort the snacks!
Attending in a church group
You can make use of our group ticket which costs £20 and is valid for 5+ members of the same church group.
We recommend meeting in person with your team and joining the training together in person on one screen. Our suggested timings would be:
7:30pm - meet to (eat and) pray
8-9pm - join the training
9-9:30pm - discuss the training
If meeting in person is not possible, we will have organised a remote breakout room for your team members to join. This will automatically be done when a church has booked 2+ tickets. There's no need to email us.
Attending by yourself
If you are buying a single ticket, you can either be allocated to a breakout group with others or work by yourself.
If you can't attend
If you can't attend but would like a recording of the training, please purchase a ticket and you will automatically be sent the recording the next day.