Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Monday: Ready for One Another

Bring your own food - the company and fun is provided!

Looking for somewhere informal to relax and spend time with others during the conference? Aber Lounge provides a welcoming space to enjoy a coffee, meet new people, and catch up with friends. Whether you’re new to Aber or a regular visitor, do come along—you’ll receive a warm welcome.

Christ Above All (Colossians 1:15-23)

A relaxed space to unwind, reflect on what you’ve heard, and enjoy fellowship together.

Monday – Heart

Welcome to Time Out at Aber. Whether this is your first visit or your twenty-first, you are very welcome. Join us for conversation, refreshments, and a short devotion as we begin the week together. No awkward ice breakers, we promise!

In conversation with Phil Swann We'll be chatting with our main speaker for the week, Phil Swann. It'll be a great chance to hear something of his story and to get a flavour of what he'll be preaching on during the week.

Monday – A word in season to connect to today’s young people

Alun, an experienced Christian leader among young people and a head teacher, will help us think about how we can connect meaningfully and spiritually with the younger generation.

In the evenings we'll be exploring our week's theme of 'Authenticity'. We'll discuss in groups our understanding of how God has shaped all of us and how that should affect our perspective. Jesus calls us to examine ourselves and how we respond to the world around us, so where do we start?

- Monday – Authentic: Who am I?
We have been made in God's image — how does that shape how we live from day to day? To begin our week of discussion, we're looking introspectively. We'll look back on who God first calls us to be and how Jesus continues to bring us back to that big idea.

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Tuesday: Move Toward One Another

Our children’s clubs are a much-loved part of the week. Whether your child is coming for the first time or is already familiar with Aber, they will have the chance to build friendships and explore the Bible through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Tiny Tots (6month - 4 years) - Lower Dance Studio

Mini Marvels (4-7) - Students’ Union

Holiday Heroes (7-11) - Students’ Union

JAber (11-15) - Students’ Union

To attend, each child will need an event pass and a completed consent form, which should be submitted in advance at www.emw.org.uk/parents. Please ensure that children are collected promptly after the morning meeting each day.

Mission Unstoppable: Why we Go (Revelation 1)

Members of the Editorial Board of The Evangelical Magazine will lead an interactive workshop aimed at encouraging aspiring writers and exploring what makes a strong article for the magazine. The session will include short writing exercises, so please bring pens and notebooks. All are welcome on Tuesday at 2:00 pm in C22.

Let Thy Glorious Morning Dawn: The Optimistic Methodists

Optimistic. Joyful. Sadly, such a vocabulary does not always accompany our modern, Christian expression. One of the noticeable elements of historic Calvinistic Methodism was this tangible optimism expressed in its rich hymnody. What was going on? Join us to find out more. Nathan Munday is Assistant Minister at Heath Evangelical Church, Cardiff. He is married to Jenna and is the father of Seth and Anna. He enjoys writing, walking, and reading.

The Mission Exhibition will once again be held on campus in Medrus, on the first floor of Penbryn. It offers a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of organisations and societies, each sharing resources, opportunities, and accounts of how God is at work across the world. Do take time to browse the displays and speak with those involved—they will be glad to tell you more about their ministries.

This year, a café will also be running within the exhibition, hosted by Dave and Ange Gee from Bala Evangelical Church, where you can enjoy tea or coffee during your visit.

Join us on the Aberystwyth prom (near the bandstand), for hymn singing, testimonies, and gospel sharing.

One with Jesus (Colossians 3:1-4)

A relaxed space to unwind, reflect on what you’ve heard, and enjoy fellowship together.

Tuesday – Mind

Emotions, patterns of thinking, and traumatic events can be a great challenge to Christians and their churches. Phil Swann has a particular pastoral interest in this area and he will explore how some of these things impact us and our churches, and how we may support others to survive—and even thrive—after trauma.

Facing a task unfinished None of us are exempt from the Great Commission in Matthew 28 to "go and make disciples of all nations...", and yet we often don't find evangelism easy. We'll be spending some time reminding one another of how exciting evangelism is and encouraging one another to boldly share Jesus with those who don't know him yet.

Tuesday – A word in season to those who have been bereaved

Speaker: Jeremy Bailey

Drawing on many years of pastoral ministry, Jeremy will help us consider how to offer comfort, wisdom, and support to those facing loss.

In the evenings we'll be exploring our week's theme of 'Authenticity'. We'll discuss in groups our understanding of how God has shaped all of us and how that should affect our perspective. Jesus calls us to examine ourselves and how we respond to the world around us, so where do we start?

Tuesday – Authentic: Who are they?
Beyond how we choose to view ourselves, how does the world choose to represent each other? Whether it's your best friend's Instagram story or an ad tour from your favourite celebrity influencer, our lives are filled with profiles and characters. We'll explore how helpful or detrimental these outside influences can be, and how we can choose to respond.

Come and relax with others!

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Join us for prayer meetings throughout the week

Start your day with us in the International Politics Building for breakfast, devotions, and prayer as we consider how we are called to live alongside one another — be encouraged and challenged to live like Christ in His church.

How do we seek to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ? In what ways can we show vulnerability in order to be helped? How does God's word call us to do so?

In a time of isolation, Jesus models attentive servitude in church family. Guided by Ed Welch's Side by Side, we'll explore this together through daily discussions:

Wednesday: Enjoy One Another

Our children’s clubs are a much-loved part of the week. Whether your child is coming for the first time or is already familiar with Aber, they will have the chance to build friendships and explore the Bible through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Tiny Tots (6month - 4 years) - Lower Dance Studio

Mini Marvels (4-7) - Students’ Union

Holiday Heroes (7-11) - Students’ Union

JAber (11-15) - Students’ Union

To attend, each child will need an event pass and a completed consent form, which should be submitted in advance at www.emw.org.uk/parents. Please ensure that children are collected promptly after the morning meeting each day.