CO-WORKERS

Gospel training for every member

Co-workers is a chance to grow in your Biblical convictions, character, and practical skills essential to a life of Christian service.

Co-workers is a gospel training programme for everyone; two streams meet weekly for an hour to grow in Biblical convictions and practical skills essential to a Christian life of making and maturing disciples. One-to-two weekends away per year deepen our relationships as partners in ministry, and help us think through larger topics more deeply. We aim to equip people of all ages, stages, and life circumstances to serve with conviction and confidence.

What's involved?

Both streams of Co-workers follow a three-year curriculum, with up to four six-week-long training blocks per year. Trainees are required to commit to the programme for one year at a time. Blocks cover topics such as evangelism, leading a small group, discipling a young Christian, and doctrine. Trainees also meet regularly with someone individually to read the Bible and serve on a church ministry team.

Student stream

5-6 pm Tuesdays
12a Ilam Rd

4 x six-week blocks per year
Two weekends away
Serving in a ministry team
Mentorship (Bible one-to-one with an assigned mentor)

General stream

5.30-6.30 pm Wednesdays
12a Ilam Rd

2 x six-week blocks per year*
One weekend away*
Serving in a ministry team
Reading Bible one-to-one

*Minimum, but you are welcome to attend all

"Good, gospel-centred ministry training is so important. Co-workers kindled my excitement to get trained up for ministry and led me towards my ministry apprenticeship."

— Ben Epton

"Co-workers shaped my fundamental Christian beliefs by looking at what God has promised to us throughout time in the Bible and in doing so setting a firm foundation. It enabled my focus to be on sharing the good news of Christ."

— Aidan Prior

"At Co-workers, Scripture wasn't just unpacked for us, but we were also given the tools to unpack it ourselves. Since then, these tools have unlocked treasure for me as I've opened God's Word. Such a gift!"

— Rachel Childs

2025 Curriculum

Term 3

Student stream A

Just for Starters

Just for Starters is a set of seven Bible studies designed to establish a new Christian in their faith. Trainees will learn how to guide a new Christian through the fundamental areas of the Christian life using this material.

Student stream B

Growth Groups

Growth Groups is a 'hands-on' training course to develop effective growth group leaders. A training programme useful for all Christian ministry, not just Growth Groups, because it deals with the fundamentals of gospel work.

General stream

Wisdom in Leadership

Romans 12:8 exhorts those with leadership gifts to lead diligently. Co-workers will work through material based on Craig Hamilton's 'Wisdom in Leadership' as they learn the how and why of leading those they serve.

Term 4

Student and general stream

People often misunderstand and debate the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Christian. Over six weeks, you'll discover what we can know from the Scriptures about the Spirit, learning what it means to walk by the Spirit, His role in conversion, and the daily Christian experience.

FAQs

Is the content the same for both days?

No. Trainees in the student stream cover content specific to their shared ministry on campus, while the general stream works through material helpful for the everyday Christian life. If you've completed the student stream, the general stream will still challenge you.

What's the difference between the two streams?

The student stream equips students to work together as they reach the university with the gospel. Alongside content, trainees develop ministry partnerships with one another and enjoy the sense of growing together as a team. It sets a foundation of ministry skills and Biblical convictions we think every young Christian should have and sets you up for a lifetime of serving and loving Jesus.

The general stream helps people to think through contemporary issues at a deeper level and enables them to step up in ministry leadership. It's a group of like-minded people intentionally growing together in ministry skills and convictions outside of a university context.

What is the commitment like?

Great question! We ask that if you sign up, you commit fully — as the Bible says, “let your yes be yes.” That means being there each week, and marking the weekend away in your calendar. We’ll give you all the key dates at the start of the year so you can plan ahead and avoid any clashes. Being reliable and present is a big part of the training itself.

How many years do I have to do?

Each stream runs on a three-year cycle, so if you want to cover as much material as you can, you can be part of it for up to three years before things feel a little familiar. However, we only ask that you commit to one year at a time. We know that once you take on more responsibility in church life, it might become too much to continue with Co-workers. Our goal is to equip you for ministry, not tie you into another church programme!