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A two-day event offering training, networking and new research to support those caring for places of worship across Northern Ireland. Day One sets the foundation: grounding our conversations in evidence, celebrating impact, and exploring what sustainable support for places of worship in Northern Ireland must look like in the years ahead. Day Two moves from evidence to action with a selection of developmental workshops aimed at addressing some of the sectoral needs identified in the Northern Ireland Churches Survey.

We’re excited to share The House of Good: Local, a powerful social value calculator that will help you to demonstrate the impact your church has on its local community. Join us for this online session to find out about the background of the tool, how to use it, and what you can do with the results.

This free ONLINE workshop is for anyone involved with a church, chapel or meeting house in the UK who wants to learn more about our grants.

A clear, well-thought-through business plan can help churches turn good ideas into sustainable enterprises. This session focuses on developing a practical business plan that supports your mission, reflects your values, and builds confidence with funders, partners and trustees.

This session highlights the importance of preventative maintenance and how a planned, proactive approach can help protect heritage, reduce long-term costs, and encourage shared responsibility. You will hear practical insights from our officers, drawing on decades of experience caring for historic church buildings.

Charity shops aren’t just a way to raise funds - they can become valued community hubs, and spaces for training and socialising. The Development Trust Association Wales guide helps you weigh the pros and cons, avoid common pitfalls, and build on the experience of others. Whether you create your own shop or make the opportunity available for others. It is relevant for all areas of the UK.

Are you planning a major repair, reordering or heritage project for your church? Are you thinking about or already preparing a Heritage Fund application? Whether you are right at the start of your journey, or looking to top up your campaign total we've got some great advice in this free workshop.

Churches and churchyards can be rich spaces for nature, wellbeing and community connection. This session explores how caring for wildlife and green spaces can support mission, stewardship and engagement, while respecting the character and significance of these places.

Working with an architect is a key step in shaping successful church projects, from small improvements to major developments. This session helps churches understand how to plan a project effectively, work confidently with an architect, and embed good conservation practice throughout the process.

Understanding the significance of your church building is a vital foundation for any successful project. This session introduces Statements of Significance and explains how they help guide change, support good decision-making, and strengthen conversations with funders, advisers and consent bodies.

This free ONLINE workshop is for anyone involved with a church, chapel or meeting house in the UK who wants to learn more about our grants.

Moving into a traditional church building can be both an exciting opportunity and a significant responsibility. This session is designed for congregations new to historic church buildings, offering practical guidance to help you understand what’s involved and make informed, confident decisions from the outset.