Research Centre
The CYM Research Centre launched in March 2024, with the aim of drawing together people who are interested and active in research amongst children, family and youth ministries. We are keen to ensure that the work we do strengthens the church, specifically these ministry areas.
If you have any queries, please email Dr Sarah Holmes, sarah.holmes@cym.ac.uk, our Director of Research.
Research Articles
Articles written in collaboration with our research team.
Sarah Holmes - Director of Research
9th July 2024
Researching Chaplaincy in the West Midlands region
In partnership with the Saint Peter’s Saltley Trust. Click here to find out more.
Sarah Holmes - Director of Research
8th July 2024
Initial Research Findings
The initial findings of our Taking the Pulse research have been featured in the Church Times. Click here to read the article 'Young are left out of decision making in churches'.
Sarah Holmes - Director of Research
24th May 2024
Online Conference: Celebrating Contemporary Research of UK Ministry with Children & Families
This inaugural online research conference, held on 5th July 2024 and hosted by CYM, was for children and family practitioners; ministry leaders; parents/carers; students and researchers. Click here to gain access to the recordings and ppt's.
Sarah Holmes - Director of Research
25th March 2024
Our Current Research Project: Taking the Pulse of Ministry
As part of our launch of the CYM Research Centre, we will be conducting a significant piece of research commencing Monday 8th April, click here to find out more.
Sarah Holmes - Director of Research
24th March 2024
Webinar: Will Our Children Have Faith in Post Pandemic Times?
Investigating models of children’s faith formation in a world changed by pandemic experiences. Recorded in May 2024, click here to view the video and find out more information.
Sarah Holmes - Director of Research
23rd March 2024
Join Our Research Network (CYMRN)
We’d love you to join our CYM Research Network (CYMRN) to keep you up to date about research activity in this area and forthcoming events. Please join our mailing list by clicking here.
Sarah Holmes - Director of Research
22nd March 2024
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