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In this first session we will consider how we are transformed–surprisingly, not by looking in at our state of transformation but looking outside of us to Christ. This text is one of the richest and deepest passages in all the Bible on how Christians actually change.
Here we consider the wonder of togetherness in the Christian life, through Paul’s example of his own life. Transformation cannot happen in isolation. What a deep grace that we are called to be gentle agents used by the Spirit to foster change in one another.
We do indeed look in as we are transformed, but what we find there is not something to celebrate, but weakness. And that very weakness is the Lord’s key ingredient to bring us to experience the soul-transformation that we all long for in our Christian lives.
Our final session will draw from Owen’s greatest treatise to reflect on the Trinitarian structure of transformation. The Father above us in love, the Son next to us in grace, the Spirit within us in comfort – all is taken care of.
St John’s Church | 10:00am | Alan Tower |
Crosthwaite Church | 10:30am | Ray Ortlund |
Keswick Methodist | 10:30am | John Hindley |
Kings Church | 10:30am | Pete Dray |
Hesket Newmarket Free Church | 10:30am | Matthew Sleeman |
St John’s Church | 10:00am | Alan Tower |
Crosthwaite Church | 10:30am | Ray Ortlund |
Keswick Methodist | 10:30am | John Hindley |
Lake Road Chapel | 10:30am | – |
Kings Church | 10:30am | Pete Dray |
Hesket Newmarket Free Church | 10:30am | Matthew Sleeman |
We all experience frustration with change. Old habits we can’t seem to shed. New ambitions that remain frustratingly out of reach. Why is change so hard? In this seminar, we will consider the process of change as the Bible describes it and discover that it is both radically ambitious and wonderfully practical. We can change – and in the Scriptures God tells us how.
We might prefer it were otherwise, but suffering and struggle are key components in our growth. The Bible identifies a maturity that comes through hardship (see Romans 5:1-5 and James 1:2-4). We shouldn’t be surprised – even Jesus, “Son though he was…learned obedience from what he suffered”. (Hebrews 5:8) This seminar will consider how to engage well with our own sufferings and to help others do likewise.
We often hear that it is through the Word of God that we are transformed. But how, exactly, does scripture do this? Does it set out a standard to aspire to? Does it warn us of things to avoid? Or does it operate as a motivational tool? With plenty of practical reflections, this seminar will show how it is that God changes us by his Word.
Church has been called ‘God’s great change-enabling community’. Change and growth were never designed to be a solitary pursuit. As brothers and sisters in Christ we are intended to help one another grow into the likeness of Christ. This seminar will explore how our churches can be places where rich relationships of mutual love and care can provide the wise ‘one-anothering’ that will help us to grow like Christ.
We will begin our series of seminars by considering how Christ’s ministry is an embrace of weakness, culminating in the weakness of the cross and the dependence of the resurrection. In doing so we will see how both the strength and weakness of our Lord reveal his love and kindness, building our faith and comforting us in our trials.
This seminar will seek to apply what we have seen of Christ to how we understand our weakness. We are weak in so many ways and our Lord knows and understands this. As we grow in understanding even God’s strength as being a dependent strength, we will learn to rely on him more fully and see our weakness transformed into a means of receiving his grace.
The weakness of obvious suffering will have been addressed in the first two seminars. This third seminar is a chance to unpick the disappointment that so many of us feel with our circumstances, the course life has taken and even ourselves and the Lord. To see disappointment in the context of Christ’s love, his coming return and his understanding of our sorrows can change our experience of it.
This final sessions will seek to help us reimagine our church, which we often see as disappointingly weak. We will think together about how we can live as a community where we acknowledge our weakness and come together to Christ. Hopefully by the end we will happily affirm that, “I am weak; dependant on the Lord, together, we are strong.”
Work. We all do it, paid, unpaid, home, away – from chores as a kid to jobs as an adult. Christianity’s liberating vision for everyday work is revealed in creation, reaffirmed after the Fall, and enriched and expanded by Christ’s death and resurrection. Come explore why your work matters in God’s eternal purposes and what it might look like to do your work, whatever it is, in the power of the resurrection.
Christ’s physical resurrection doesn’t just open up new wells of power to do our work in Christ’s ways, it reveals the high value of our work in this life and vitally offers a glimpse of the richness of work in a renewed earth. What will work look like after Jesus returns? And how does that help us today – whether we’re fixing breakfast, fixing a leak or fixing a rate? Come explore.
Smartphones, Snapchat, TikTok, gaming, AI, porn… In this first seminar we’ll unpack some of the big challenges, including time on screens. Come and gain biblical wisdom, practical help and confidence in navigating the digital age in the context of family life. You’ll come away with practical ideas for managing tech in the home, including forging good habits ourselves. Learn how to shape our digital lives so they don’t shape us.
Smartphones, Snapchat, TikTok, gaming, AI, porn… In this second seminar we’ll unpack some big dangers, including the impact of social media on our children’s wellbeing. Come and gain biblical wisdom, practical help and confidence in navigating the digital age in the context of family life. You’ll come away with practical ideas for not only keeping our children safe, but helping them grow in wisdom, making the most of all technology has to offer.
Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) are the first generation to have grown up only knowing quick, accessible internet. They’re also the most diverse generation in UK history. Both factors significantly affect how we evangelise, disciple and launch Generation Z into leadership. Whether you’re a Gen Zer yourself or simply passionate about them, come and explore how best to engage this unique generation.
Generation Z were in adolescence when lockdowns swept the planet. This has shaped Gen Zers’ view of health and wellness, which is notably different to other generations. Perhaps this is why Generation Z are much more spiritually open than others. We may be entering a period of wonderful opportunity – and yet there are challenges as a therapeutically-minded generation meet Jesus. Come ready to explore them both!
Europe is Spiritually hard, and churches are mostly small and often struggling. But there are incredible green shoots and stories of hope. And students are leading the way in reaching their peers and cultures for Christ.
For Pastors only
Paul super-condenses the gospel into four words, “Jesus has welcomed you”, and calls us to express that welcome to one another (Romans 15:7). We’ll think together about how our gospel doctrine is meant to creat a unique gospel culture.
The death of Jesus means it’s safe to be truly known – by God and by one another. One of the most fundamental marks of a healthy church is that we’re able to walk together in honesty, not pretence. We’ll think together about the why and how of cultivating a church culture where it is safe to confess sin and walk in the light.
The beautiful counterpart to being honest about our own flaws is being eager to point our evidences of Christ’s work in others, celebrating one another. We’ll look at how the Bible calls us to “outdo one another in showing honour” (Romans 12:10) – a culture where people experience dignity and encouragement.
Beauty turns heads, and the presence of a healthy gospel culture in our churches will compel the attention of a watching world. We’ll think about how it is our love for one another that helps our gospel proclamation to gain traction.
“The gospel s bearing fruit throughtout the whole world.” Paul’s inspiring words to the Colossians are echoed in the Keswick story, with its remarkable ripple effect across the globe. Through courageous missionaries, bold prayer movements, and committed churches around the world, the gospel has been transforming lives. How did this happen, and how might this spirutal impact continue in the years ahead?
We aim to keep afternoons clear during Convention so you can reflect and enjoy all the lake district has to offer. There is a concert each Wednesday evening and a few receptions for particular groups on site in the afternoon for those looking for something more.
There is also plenty of time in the afternoons to explore the beautiful surroundings of Keswick and the Lake District.
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For those who are attending Convention for the first time or looking for more information about the Convention and ministry.
Additional Needs Parents & Carers Tour
A tour of the site for parents or carers of children with additional needs attending Kids and Youth groups.
For committee members or designated representatives of national and international Keswick Fellowship events to meet together for a time of encouragement and sharing.
Missionary Partners Meet-up
This event is for mission personnel who work overseas. Welcome! Come and chat, share, and pray together with other mission personnel, as well as listen to a short talk. A place to share honestly about the trials and joys in a room of people who understand the ebbs and flows, highs and lows all too well.
This event is for mission personnel to provide an opportunity to support, chat, and connect with others who also serve God around the world.
Additional Needs Parents and Carers Meet-up
Relatives of Mission Personnel Reception
This event is for family members of mission partners to provide an opportunity to chat and connect with others who have loved ones serving God around the world.
This is a great opportunity for those whose children, grandchildren, brothers or sisters are living and working overseas to get together and share fellowship, experiences and ideas. There will be some input on how family members can support their loved ones well, but also how they can be supported themselves. Please register at the convention reception.
Technology has long played a vital role in mission work, from ancient Roman roads to modern aircraft, and OneHundredFold continues this tradition by developing mobile phone tools and innovative gadgets to support missionaries in remote areas. They invite you to learn more about their work at their first-ever showcase event on Monday, 26th July, from 1:30–2:30pm at the Keswick Convention. Attendees can meet the team, explore the technology, enjoy a free buffet, and pray for ongoing projects—all in a welcoming, jargon-free environment.
Be inspired by the amazing work done at London City Mission, learn how we can work with your church and how you can support the work we do through volunteering and much more. You will learn more about LCM and our missionaries. We look forward to seeing you there!
Child Evangelism Fellowship is a Bible-centered, interdenominational, worldwide organization. We are born-again believers whose purpose and mission is to evangelise boys and girls with the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. We welcome you to come and hear how together we can equip parents, the church and children’s workers to reach the next generation growing up in Britain.
MAF UK is bringing help, hope, and healing to some of the world’s most remote communities — and we’re excited to share how aviation is transforming lives for Christ. Join us to hear directly from one of our overseas team members – Andy Dipper – living out this mission daily. Discover how we use aircraft to deliver aid, transport medics, support Bible translation, and reach the unreachable. If you have skills and a heart for mission, come explore how you could serve with us.
10ofThose invites you to join a weekly Tuesday lunchtime Q&A hosted by Jonathan Carswell. Each week features a conversation with a convention speaker, exploring their faith journey, ministry, writing, and key issues in the Christian life. Jonathan will be getting to know Dane Ortlund. We know him as an author and speaker, but we’ll be asking more personal questions to really get to know him!
Enhancing your Workplace Witness. Ministry in everyday work is much more than verbal witness but for many it’s the area they feel least confident in. The key is to build trusting relationships. And critical that is the ability to make the most of everyday conversations that are ‘full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone’ (Colossians 4:6). Come explore some simple ways to do that and share challenges and ideas with others in your sector.
Disciple-making was at the heart of Jesus’ praxis and his mission strategy. But how do we make it a reality? Come explore 20 vital indicators of a healthy disciple-making church, assess where you are and how you might progress. And pick up insights from the over 1700 church leaders who have completed LICC’s free Vital Signs App Assessment. For anyone involved in shaping church communities.
Learn about our Preaching Programmes across Africa, which equip churches in the Majority World to grow in Christ through biblically grounded pastors and leaders. Recognizing the vital role of pastors in nurturing faith, especially in contexts of poverty and persecution, our African Preaching programme trains them to faithfully preach and lead. Last year, we held 439 Pastor Training seminars globally, including 153 in Africa, supporting 559 Local Preaching Groups and training 5,216 pastors and leaders across 24 countries. This impact reached over 417,000 people with deeper, more spiritually mature teaching.
Join us for a thought-provoking lunchtime discussion on the evolving landscape of theological education and why investing in ministry training is essential for the future of the Church. With a growing shortage of gospel workers, we’ll explore how churches can inspire and equip the next generation of leaders and disciples. Hear from four theological training providers about accessible, realistic paths to study, whether you’re considering training or already trained and want to reconnect. Bring your lunch, grab a free donut, and discover how structured training can shape gospel mission for all of life.
Enhancing your Workplace Witness. Ministry in everyday work is much more than verbal witness but for many it’s the area they feel least confident in. The key is to build trusting relationships. And critical that is the ability to make the most of everyday conversations that are ‘full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone’ (Colossians 4:6). Come explore some simple ways to do that and share challenges and ideas with others in your sector.
Over 3 billion people worldwide have never meaningfully encountered the Gospel, including 1.9 billion Muslims—highlighting the urgent need for mission work. At this inspiring session, OM UK’s new Director of Mobilisation, Zane Nel, will share their vision for disciple-making in the world’s toughest regions. Veteran missionaries Julyan and Lenna Lidstone will offer insights from over 90 years of experience in Muslim outreach, while Lawrence Rabone, OM’s Mobilisation Co-ordinator, will explain how you can get involved through OM’s discipleship programme, Reach, and other global mission opportunities by land and sea.
Join us for some fun in the sun (or Keswick rain!) as we celebrate Keswick Ministries’ 150th birthday!
Awesome Cutlery
Join Awesome Cutlery for an hour of entertainment; sketches, songs and a whole lot of fun, all whilst learning about Jesus.
EMU Music play some of their favourite worship songs and share stories, inspiration and insight into their song-writing.
Keswick Unconventional Concert
Join James Cary, Andrew Peterson and a range of KU artists for music, comedy and spoken word performances.
The theme for the Convention this year is Transformed to help us consider the ways that we have been, will be and are being Transformed by Christ and his Spirit. In 19-24s, we’ll particularly focus on the ways that we are being made more like Christ, through the transforming work of the Spirit.
In these sessions we’ll be focussing on the Fruit of the Spirit (as listed in Galatians 5), and thinking through what it looks like to cultivate and display that fruit in our lives.
Monday – Introduction to the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5)
We’ll begin the week with an introduction to the idea of the fruit of the Spirit, and in particular, the fact that it is fruit and not ‘fruits’! Spiritual fruit and spiritual gifts are not the same – we shouldn’t expect that one of us will have love, and another gentleness, and so on, but rather, that each of us has been given all of the fruit, as each of us has received the Spirit.
Tuesday – Love, Joy and Peace
Working through what Paul meant by the words ‘love’, ‘joy’ and ‘peace’, and considering how they ought to be seen and lived out in our work/studies, friendships and family, romantic relationships, church life, and evangelism.
Wednesday – Keswick Lecture (Main Tent)
We will join the Keswick Lecture in the Main Tent.
Thursday – Patience, Kindness, Goodness
Working through what Paul meant by the words ‘patience’, ‘kindness’ and ‘goodness’, and considering how they ought to be seen and lived out in our work/studies, friendships and family, romantic relationships, church life, and evangelism.
Friday – Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control
Working through what Paul meant by the words ‘faithfulness’, ‘gentleness’ and ‘self-control’, and considering how they ought to be seen and lived out in our work/studies, friendships and family, romantic relationships, church life, and evangelism.
Whether you’ve come to Keswick as part of a group, or you’re here on your own, we’d love to help you create community this week! Socials will take place each weekday afternoon – check the Instagram @keswick_19-24s for more info!
Each evening, after the Evening Celebration, we’ll gather for 19-24s After Hours. Join us for an eclectic mixture of interviews, games, prayer, music, and general fun. A great way to end each day!
Prayer is an important part of the Convention, both in bringing our thanksgiving and requests to God, and supporting those who would appreciate prayer with our team.
Join us each morning for a time of prayer as we bring thanksgiving and prayer requests to our gracious God.
A quiet space to pray throughout the week. Open when Kids & Youth programmes are not taking place.
Our Prayer Team are available to pray with you after morning and evening meetings in the Main Tent. The Prayer Space is to the right of the stage.
If you are in full-time, pastoral ministry, you can book a prayer appointment with the team during the week between 4pm and 5.30pm. Visit the Convention Reception to book.
Week 3 of Keswick Convention incorporates Keswick Unconventional, an arts programme featuring a range of Christian artists, performers, and leaders. As well as running meetings alongside the Main Tent sessions, there are interactive workshops and seminars, to concerts and evening entertainment.
Sun – Thurs, 7:30 – 8:45pm, The Mixing Shed
An exploration of God’s Word, featuring Ros Clarke and the transformative stories of Eve, Naomi, Bathsheba, Esther and Mary, mother of Jesus. Expect Bible teaching, live music, art and conversation.
Sun, Mon, Tues, Thurs, 9:30 – 10:30pm, The Mixing Shed
Join James Cary and Rachel Redeemed for an hour of chat, comedy, guests, music, messing around and general theological tummy-tickling.
Monday – Thursday, 1:30 – 2:30pm, The Mixing Shed
Enjoy a range of music and comedy performances from KU artists.
Monday – Ellyn Oliver
Tuesday – Voice of Drums, Terl Bryant
Wednesday – God, the Bible and Everything (in 60 mins), James Cary
Thursday – Paul Bell
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 3:00 – 4:15pm
Join James Cary and special guests as they discuss a wide range of topics.
Monday: Created and Creating: Can Christians Use AI Faithfully?
Tuesday: Writing and Publishing: What to do with the idea for a book?
Thursday: Preaching and Speaking: What can preachers learn from stand-up comedians?
Monday – Thursday
Monday, 3:00 – 5:00pm, The Mixing Shed: Making Things Anew – Collage Workshop with Kaori Homma
Tuesday, 3:00 – 5:00pm, The Mixing Shed: Looking at the Overlooked – Acrylic Paint Workshop with Alastair Gordon
Wednesday, 2:00 – 5:00pm, Crow Park: Painting by the Lake – Painting Workshop with Alastair Gordon
Wednesday, 3:00 – 4:30pm, The Mixing Shed – Percussion Workshop with Terl Bryant
Thursday, 3:00 – 5:00pm, The Mixing Shed: Family Art Workshop with Kez de Jong
Wednesday, 9:15 – 10:00pm, Main Tent
Register children for our dedicated Keswick Kids groups which run alongside the Bible Reading and Evening Celebration sessions.
These sessions include small groups, games and activities, singing and prayer all centred around learning from God’s word.
Find out more about Keswick Kids and Keswick Youth.
In Week 3, we are running morning Kids sessions in two timeslots. Please login to https://keswick.popns.app to confirm which sessions your children are booked into.
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All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
9:15-10:45am | Pencil Factory
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
9:15-10:45am | Pencil Factory
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
9:15-10:45am | Pencil Factory
Evening Session – Sunday to Friday
7:15-9:10pm | Pencil Factory
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All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11:30am-1pm | Pencil Factory
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11:30am-1pm | Pencil Factory
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11.30am-1pm | Pencil Factory
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11.30am-1pm | Pencil Factory
Evening Session – Sunday to Friday
7:15-9:10pm | Pencil Factory
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11:30am-1pm | Pencil Factory
Evening Session – Sunday to Friday
7:15-9:10pm | Pencil Factory
Register for our dedicated Keswick Youth groups which run alongside the Bible Reading and Evening Celebration sessions.
These sessions include small groups, games and activities, singing and prayer all centred around learning from God’s word.
Find out more about Keswick Kids and Keswick Youth.
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All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11am-1pm | Packing Hall
Evening Session – Sunday to Thursday
7:15-9:10pm | Packing Hall
On Friday we will join the Evening Celebration in the Main Tent.
Late Nite – Sunday to Thursday
9:15-10:15pm | Packing Hall
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11am-1pm | Packing Hall
Evening Session – Sunday to Thursday
7:15-9:10pm | Packing Hall
On Friday we will join the Evening Celebration in the Main Tent.
Late Nite – Sunday to Thursday
9:15-10:15pm | Packing Hall
All Age Service – Sunday
10:30am | Main Tent
Morning Session – Monday to Friday
11am-1pm | Packing Hall
Evening Session – Sunday to Thursday
7:15-9:10pm | Packing Hall
On Friday we will join the Evening Celebration in the Main Tent.
Late Nite – Sunday to Thursday
9:15-10:15pm | Packing Hall
