Leaders Conference

Ground Level Leaders Conference 2026

22nd-24th April 2026, HAYES CONFERENCE CENTRE, SWANWICK, DERBYSHIRE

Mobilise: Equipping the Saints for Ministry and Mission

The Conference is our annual gathering to connect, be inspired and hear what the Holy Spirit is saying, so we can follow His lead.

It is a time to renew relationships, build new ones and a time to be refreshed. It’s for pastors, leaders, staff team members, key volunteers, as well as emerging and younger leaders.

Our speakers will include invited guests, friends and leaders from within our network. Through a programme of Keynotes, Streams, Celebrations and Co Labs, which will take a dive into leadership subjects and practices, we know that this conference will be a rich time of impartation from the Holy Spirit.

A highlight of our conference is always the space that we make for friendship and connection and once again this will be a priority in 2026. We are believing to powerfully encounter God’s presence during this conference and we know that this will be a significant time for you and your team.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Paul & Jeannie Benger

Conference Information

Below you will find more information about this years conference, with more to follow.

Streams

Creating Healthy Churches

Paul Benger

In today's rapidly changing world, church health has never been more critical. As leaders, we understand that healthy churches don't just happen – they're intentionally cultivated through informed leadership, robust structures, and Spirit-led practices. A healthy church grows naturally, influences effectively, and sustains ministry for the long term.

What You'll Learn

  • How leadership develops and changes as the church grows

  • Practical frameworks for developing the three pillars of church health: leadership health, organisation health, and ministry health

  • Strategic approaches to building future leaders

  • Systems and structures that support sustainable growth and effective ministry

Why This Matters

When churches prioritise organisational health alongside spiritual vitality in ministries and leadership skill, they create environments where both leaders and members can thrive. This stream will equip you with practical tools and biblical principles to assess, improve, and maintain the health of your church.

Whether you're leading a growing congregation or revitalising an established church, these principles will help you build a stronger, more resilient and effective ministry for the future.

Kingdom Advance

Joy Blundell

This stream is for leaders (working both within the church and also in other spheres of society) who want to Advance the Kingdom Everywhere.

The stream will include theological teaching, inspirational stories spotlighting accomplished kingdom leaders and practical workshops that will shape our thinking and form our practice as we mobilise the whole church to see the kingdom come in every area of society.

Our sessions will cover:

  • Creating church architecture to equip and send leaders into every sphere of society

  • Innovating and developing kingdom businesses, projects and people outside the walls of the church

Spiritual Formation: Health and Wholeness in Body, Soul and Spirit

Jo Hargreaves

In this stream, we’ll explore how spiritual formation nurtures wholeness across body, soul, and spirit, inspired by 1 Thessalonians 5:23. We’ll uncover the richness of ancient practices like Lectio Divina, learning how meditative scripture reading can renew our minds and draw us closer to God. 

Together, we’ll examine the role of biblical meditation in cultivating emotional and mental health, offering practical ways to slow down, reflect, and find peace in God’s presence.

Rooted in the theme Unforced Rhythms of Grace, this session invites you to step off the treadmill of busyness and embrace a life shaped by God’s rest, renewal, and purpose. It’s an opportunity to allow His presence to bring restoration to every part of who you are—your body, your mind, and your spirit—as you lead others from a place of health and wholeness.

Next Generation

Nathan Benger

This stream is designed to empower 18–35-year-olds with practical leadership principles. You’ll gain actionable tools to grow your leadership capacity and make a lasting impact in your work, ministry, and everyday life. Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about influence, and this stream will help you lead where you are with purpose and faith.

Main Conference Partner

This year we are delighted to have World Vision with us as our main partners for the conference.

For more information on what they do click on the button below.

Prices & Booking

Bookings will open soon

Getting to the venue

Located in a central part of the country, The Hayes is the perfect centre for people to travel to from all across the UK. The centre features great travel links that makes it easy to get to, no matter where you are commuting from.

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