Children’s Ministry Networks are growing across the Diocese

Children’s ministry can feel isolating — but it doesn’t have to be.

Following a diocesan listening exercise, one message came through clearly: those serving children and families want greater connection, encouragement and support. In response, the first Children’s Ministry Network launched in Stockton Deanery in October 2025 — and it’s already becoming a thriving learning community.

Meeting in different churches across the deanery, these gatherings offer space for:

• Prayer, encouragement and fellowship
• Sharing ideas and resources
• Learning from each other
• Training input

Facilitated by Christine Muneza, Growing Younger Mission Enabler, the network has quickly become a warm, practical and inspiring space for both volunteers and employed children’s workers and those aspiring to start up a children’s ministry.

Now, new networks are launching across the Diocese at:

Durham Deanery Children’s Ministry Network

13th July | 12pm–2pm, St Laurence Church, Pittington

Durham Dales Deanery Children’s Ministry Network

14th July | 6pm–8pm, Barnard Castle (details tbc)

Who are these networks for?

• Children’s workers (volunteer or employed)
• Church leaders exploring children’s ministry
• Anyone wanting encouragement, fresh ideas, and connection with others serving children and families
• Whether you’re experienced, just starting out, or simply exploring what children’s ministry could look like in your context — we hope you can join a deanery network.

For more information on a network near you or to book on one of the above, please email Christine.Muneza@durham.anglican.org