SCBA Ministers' & Leaders' Conference

Monday 2nd - Wednesday 4th February 2026

"Hearing God Through Us: Church, Community & the Art of Discernment"

Speakers
We are delighted that Revd Ruth Moriarty and Rev Steve Tinning will be joining us as our keynote speakers.

Revd Ruth Moriarty
Ruth Moriarty has been a Baptist minister for 18 years, serving in Woolwich (South London), Poynton (Cheshire) and now at Christ Church New Southgate & Friern Barnet, London (URC/Baptist). She has a practical theology doctorate (University of Chester) on Baptist discernment and the church meeting. She is a Research Associate at Regent's Park College, Oxford. In her spare time, you'll find her chatting about a good read in her book group or cooking something yummy in the kitchen.

Revd Steve Tinning
Steve is the Baptist Union’s Public Issues Enabler, which, in part, involves serving the Baptist family nationally through his work with the Joint Public Issues Team. He helps churches and leaders navigate the places where faith meets public life, seeking ways to respond with both courage and compassion. At heart, Steve is an activist – though one whose toolkit is filled with practical theology, community organising theory, and the occasional strong cup of tea. He believes the Spirit speaks in many places – from local church meetings to national debates – and delights in helping Baptists listen well together.

The Venue

Once again, our conference will be located at the lovely DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham Hotel. The Georgian manor house offers complimentary Wi-Fi, free parking, and is set in beautiful, landscaped gardens that overlook Lilley Brook's 18-hole golf course. Guests can relax and enjoy the onsite spa, beauty salon and fitness centre or a drink at the bar. Your room will feature a flat-screen TV and a hospitality tray. Every room has an en-suite bathroom facility with complimentary towels and toiletries provided. The onsite leisure centre features a 20-yard pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub.

Additional Sessions

As before, there will be additional sessions on the Monday morning for Newly Accredited Ministers, Chaplains (paid & volunteer), Children, Youth & Families Workers/Ministers, and Pioneers.

Timings

The conference will begin on Monday morning as follows:
10.45am             Arrival and coffee for Additional Sessions
11am-12.50pm Additional Sessions
12.30pm              All Other Delegates Arrive
1pm                      Lunch
2pm                      Session 1

Costs

Please see below the inclusive costs of this year’s conference. These include your room, use of the hotel’s swimming pool and gym facilities, all your meals and the cost/expenses for our speakers.

Residential
Single Occupancy (Mon-Wed) pppn            Earlybird Price* £340      Normal Price £354
Double Occupancy (Mon-Wed) pppn           Earlybird Price* £255      Normal Price £268
Twin Pccupancy (Mon-Wed) pppn                  Earlybird Price* £255      Normal Price £268
Single Occupancy (Mon-Tues) pppn              Earlybird Price* £170   Normal Price £177
(* if booked by 7th November 2025)

Day Delegate
Monday Day Delegate (inc lunch & dinner) £50
Tuesday Day Delegate (inc lunch & dinner)    £100
Wednesday Day Delegate (inc lunch)              £35

Please ensure that all booking forms are received at the SCBA office by Monday 8th December 2025.
We cannot guarantee bookings that are received after this date and any bookings will incur an additional fee.