More Than the Art | A Conference for Christian Artists & Creatives
Gidea Park Methodist Church, Romford, RM2 6DH
Saturday 31st October 2026
Welcome to the 'More Than the Art' conference! Join us for a relaxed day of talks, roundtable discussions, and prayer as we explore what it means to create boldly, live faithfully, and reclaim the identity of the Christian artist. Whether you’re working professionally, pursuing your craft alongside other commitments, or just starting to explore your creative calling, this day is for you.
This year we're hosting at Artless Theatre's HQ in Gidea Park, only a short ride on the air-conditioned Elizabeth Line from Central London and easily accessible from the M25 (with free parking).
The day will culminate in an exclusive performance of Artless Theatre Company's new production 'Prodigal', a live cinema retelling of Jesus's famous parable.
TIMETABLE:
9.30 - Doors open & refreshments
10 - Welcome
10.15 - Worship
10.45 - Input 1
11.30 - Tea/Coffee
11.45 - Group discussion & prayer
12.30 - Lunch & fellowship
1.30 - Input 2
2.15 - Group discussion & prayer
3 - Tea/Coffee
3.30 - Forum discussion - What does it means to be a Christian Artist in 2026?
5 - Performance of "Prodigal" by Artless Theatre Company*
7 - Formal end, but stick around grab some food and discuss what you've seen!
*Please note the show is 12+ and contains flashing lights and depictions of drug/alcohol use.
This year we're hosting at Artless Theatre's HQ in Gidea Park, only a short ride on the air-conditioned Elizabeth Line from Central London and easily accessible from the M25 (with free parking).
The day will culminate in an exclusive performance of Artless Theatre Company's new production 'Prodigal', a live cinema retelling of Jesus's famous parable.
TIMETABLE:
9.30 - Doors open & refreshments
10 - Welcome
10.15 - Worship
10.45 - Input 1
11.30 - Tea/Coffee
11.45 - Group discussion & prayer
12.30 - Lunch & fellowship
1.30 - Input 2
2.15 - Group discussion & prayer
3 - Tea/Coffee
3.30 - Forum discussion - What does it means to be a Christian Artist in 2026?
5 - Performance of "Prodigal" by Artless Theatre Company*
7 - Formal end, but stick around grab some food and discuss what you've seen!
*Please note the show is 12+ and contains flashing lights and depictions of drug/alcohol use.
