Care For The Family

Each year the Playtime Conference brings together church toddler group leaders and volunteers to celebrate the laughter, the mishaps, and the unseen ministry that happens every week in your group. In 2026, we’ll be exploring how we can be bearers of light and how your work can illuminate the lives of those around us. A flavour of the day: - A fantastic choice of workshops packed with fresh and creative ideas for your group - A great line-up of guest speakers providing encouragement and insight - Unique opportunities to network with other toddler group leaders from across the UK - Time to worship, share and pray together - Lunch and refreshments included - An exhibition zone and shop filled with resources - A chance to renew your vision and feel recharged to continue the incredible job you’re doing! Keynote speakers: Rob and Dianne Parsons Rob and Dianne are the founders of Care for the Family. Between them, they have spoken to millions of people across the world, from blue-chip companies and governments, to parenting events and women’s events. They have written over 30 books, including Di’s latest book, A Season of Wonder and Rob’s latest, A Knock at the Door. Rob and Di live in Cardiff and have two adult children and five grandchildren. Mark Griffiths Mark is a popular author and speaker, championing the importance of Children and Family Ministry across the UK and beyond. He is Director of Mission Resources at Scripture Union (England and Wales), and runs an MA in Children, Young People and Families at the Church in Wales Theological College. Mark is married to Rhian, and they have three grown-up children. Host: Cathy Madavan Cathy is a long-standing Care for the Family speaker as well as a best-selling author. Bringing humour, warmth and her down-to-earth style, Cathy will lead us through the day. Booking info: - Feel free to call us on 029 2081 0800 and the team would be glad to help you with your booking - Please note we do not have facilities to accommodate babies and young children at this event - Ticket sales will close one week before the event - Medical dietary requirements can be added to your order at the point of booking - For more information, visit our website: https://www.careforthefamily.org.uk/events/tourevents/playtime-national-conference-2026/

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Drifting apart is one of the biggest reasons why many couples decide to call it quits. But there are simple ways to prioritise each other and stop just going through the motions. Going the Distance is a practical, down-to-earth evening for couples - a rare chance to stop, take stock and invest in your relationship. With genuine honesty and plenty of humour, Philip Jinadu and Cathy Madavan will share practical ideas of how to communicate well, deepen connection and intentionally set the course for your relationship. This event will help you spot warning signs, avoid roadblocks and continue your journey together, for a vibrant and lasting marriage. Whether you’ve been together for years or are just starting out; if your seven-year itch is lasting longer than you hoped, or you’re in a permanent state of matrimonial bliss, we believe this event will help you in the now, and over the long haul.

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From the boy described as ‘making no use of what little ability he has,’ to an international best-selling author and speaker, Rob Parsons has a lifetime’s experience of overcoming obstacles. Join Rob on a journey through the decades as he reflects on a life mixed with laughter and tears, and draws on vivid stories from childhood, right through to the present day. He’ll tap into a wealth of experience to help us make the best of our circumstances, gifts, opportunities – and perhaps most of all – our relationships. In An Evening with Rob Parsons, we invite you to pull up a chair and settle in for a poignant night of storytelling that will reawaken your purpose and stay with you long after you head home.

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