Conference components
BPF conferences consist of several components.
Personal growth groups
Meeting each day with the same small group of people is an integral part of the conference. Working with experienced facilitators, group members are encouraged to explore personal issues, which may have arisen prior to or during the conference. In a safe and supportive environment, there is the opportunity for participants to explore creatively and work through - at many different levels - current or past experiences which are hindering or limiting their lives and relationships. This is a rich and therapeutic space where people have gained great personal insights.
This can be an intense experience with strong emotions, and If you are unfamiliar with small group work it can trigger deep issues. Personal matters raised in the group remain confidential, and we work within ethical boundaries. Group facilitators are supervised each day during the conference.
If you are unsure about this aspect of the conference, or under medical or psychiatric care or taking significant medication, you should contact the office before completing a booking form.
Workshops
There are usually three workshops during each conference. They may relate to the theme of the conference, or focus on theological or psychological issues. They may also be experiential in content.
Daily Worship
Meditation, communion and prayers are a sustaining element of each conference. The many different styles of worship vary from traditional to contemporary.
Plenaries
These take place in the evenings, when our guest speakers address conference participants.
Social activities
Several opportunities for more informal gathering and sharing are organised throughout the week.
Read the comments of some of our conference delegates.