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CONFERENCE e Word
2013
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August 10-17
MAIN Speakers:
ALISTAIR BEGG
Iain D. Campbell Vaughan roberts
Conference Guide
CONTENTS
3 Welcome 4 Main Speakers 6 Sunday 7 Seminars 8 Programme overview 10 Prayer Meetings 11 History Trip 11 extratime (15-25s) 12 Fellowship meetings 14 Children’s meetings 16 Welcome meeting 16 Open Air 16 Mission Exhibition 16 Sports Tournament 17 Bookshop 17 EMW Media 17 Welcome Desk 18 Maps 20 Things to do in Aberystwyth 22 Quick guide to the conference
Evangelical Movement
of Wales Bryntirion, Bridgend, CF31 4DX Phone: 01656 655886 Email: ABER@emw.org.uk Reg. charity no. 222407
Welcome It is a joy to be able to give you a warm welcome to the EMW Aberystwyth Conference 2013. The programme is focused around the morning Bible Readings where Alistair Begg will preach from God’s word. These sessions will give everyone an opportunity to go deep into God’s word. Seminars run during the day dealing with key areas of the Christian life, helping equip us to better serve our God. In the evenings we come together again for an opportunity to worship God and hear His word preached. There is also, at the start of each day, an opportunity to join with others to pray. During the Bible Readings children aged six months to 14 years can attend their very own Bible-based sessions. A stream of meetings specifically for those aged 15-25 runs throughout the week and several fellowship meetings for adults give further opportunity for reflection and discussion. There’s also plenty of other things to do during the week. You can visit the Mission Exhibition, enter the sports tournament, support the open air work on the seafront and go on the church history trip. You may just prefer to enjoy the beautiful west Wales coast relaxing with friends, both old and new, and reflecting on all you’ve heard.
Whether you are new to the conference, been many times before or haven’t been for years we trust that you will have a wonderful week and be greatly blessed as we join together to be refreshed by the Word.
We trust that you will have a wonderful week and be greatly blessed as we join together to be refreshed by the Word. Gareth Edwards Conference organiser
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SPEAKERS 4
Bernard Lewis
Alistair Begg Alistair Begg has served as the senior minister of Parkside Church, Ohio since 1983. Following graduation from The London School of Divinity, he was ordained to the gospel ministry at the historic Charlotte Chapel in Edinburgh. He served for six years as pastor of Hamilton Baptist Church some 14 miles from his birthplace, Glasgow. For the past 36 years he has been learning how to teach the Bible by teaching the Bible. Along the way he has written a number of books and been surprised by the Parkside pulpit becoming the basis for a radio programme, Truth For Life, heard daily across the USA. He has been married to Susan for 36 years. They have three children and two grandchildren. Alistair will be leading the morning Bible Readings in the Great Hall from Tuesday to Friday at 11am. He will also be taking a Preaching Today seminar on Wednesday at 2:30pm in Capel y Morfa.
Bernard Lewis grew up in Pembrokeshire, coming to faith in his early teens. After teaching for some years he studied at London Theological Seminary followed by seven years of pastoral ministry in inner city south London. In 1991 he moved with his family to Papua New Guinea. For 17 years Bernard trained pastors and ran inservice conferences for the Evangelical Church of PNG. They returned to the UK in 2008 and continued working with UFM. They have three adult children and four grandchildren. Since February 2010 he has been pastor of Emmanuel Evangelical Church, Newport. Bernard will be preaching on Monday evening at 7:30pm in the Great Hall.
Iain D. Campbell
Vaughan Roberts
Ian Parry
Iain Campbell is minister of Point Free Church on his native Isle of Lewis in northwest Scotland. He previously ministered in Snizort Free Church on the Isle of Skye (1988-1995) and in Back Free Church on the Isle of Lewis (1995-2009). He is married to Anne, a teacher of special needs children, and they have three grown up children. Iain has published several books, and has spoken at conferences in the United States of America and in South Korea. He was appointed Moderator of the 2012 Free Church General Assembly. He is a keen cyclist.
Vaughan Roberts studied law at Cambridge University before a brief spell in South Africa where he was involved in student ministry. He subsequently trained for ordained Anglican ministry at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford, and since 1991 he has been on the staff of St Ebbe’s Church, Oxford, where he is now Rector. St Ebbe’s is an evangelical church with a large student congregation. Vaughan is the director of The Proclamation Trust, which seeks to encourage and equip preachers to expound the Bible, and he is also a founding member of ‘9:38’, an initiative that encourages people to consider the possibility of gospel ministry. Vaughan has written a number of books, and in his spare time he enjoys playing cricket, tennis and golf.
Ian Parry has been the minister of The Bay Church in Cardiff since it began in 2003. He trained at London Theological Seminary and Wales Evangelical School of Theology. Before coming to Cardiff he was, for eight years, the minister of Mount Elim Evangelical Church in Pontardawe. Ian has recently taken over the leadership of Revive, a prayer meeting for Christian leaders held six times a year in South Wales. He is married to Liz and they have four school age children.
Iain will be preaching on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 7:30pm in the Great Hall.
Vaughan will be preaching on Wednesday evening at 7:30pm in the Great Hall.
Ian will be preaching on Friday evening at 7:30pm in the Great Hall.
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SUNDAY Capel y Morfa on Portland Street in Aberystwyth town hosts the two Sunday services at 11am and 6:45pm which run as part of the conference. Seats in the church do fill up very quickly so come early to avoid disappointment. The conference stewards will be on hand to ensure organised entry! There is an overflow room at the back of the church building which has a sound and visual relay – you are welcome to use this room if you prefer, particularly if you have young children. Toilet facilities are located off the overflow room.
Mike Leaves was born and brought up in Cardiff and after teaching in Swansea, he trained for the Christian ministry at the London Theological Seminary. He has ministered in North Wales and Wiltshire. For the last 20 years he has been the pastor of Bethany Baptist Church in West Cross, Swansea. Mike will be preaching at the 11am service. Maurice Kinnaird has been pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Mold for over 10 years. He first trained for ministry in the Faith Mission Bible College, Edinburgh and following five years of rural evangelism went on to study in London Theological Seminary. He has been married to Lynda for over 30 years and they have been blessed with four grown up sons. Maurice will be preaching at the 6:45pm service. A second Sunday service will be taking place at Bethel Church on Baker Street. These services are at the same times of 11am and 6:45pm. Geoff Thomas will be preaching at both services. Bethel Church, Baker Street
Capel y Morfa, Portland Street
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SEMINARS Seminars, dealing with key areas of the Christian life and helping to equip us to better serve God, run on Tuesday to Thursday at 2:30pm in Capel y Morfa.
Roger Hitchings retired two years ago after pastoring a church in the East Midlands for 15 years. Before that he worked for 25 years in social welfare. He regularly speaks at conferences and gives seminars on aging issues from a biblical perspective. He has also written extensively on these subjects.
Everyone a giver of care Tuesday, 2:30pm, Roger Hitchings The goal of every Christian is to be more like Jesus, which is why every Christian should be a giver of care. For some people giving care is a whole-life commitment as they support or look after disabled, sick or elderly relatives and loved ones. Carers need to be cared for themselves and the local church should be the most supportive place there could be. This seminar will look at what it means to be a carer and how everyone has a role in being like the Saviour and caring for them. Preaching today Wednesday, 2:30pm, Alistair Begg This seminar, organised by the Preaching Today team, will be led by our main conference speaker, Alistair Begg.
Paul Yeulett was a secondary maths teacher for 13 years before being called to Shrewsbury Evangelical Church where he has been pastor since January 2007. He is married to Ruth and they have three children. He is the author of ‘Jesus and His Enemies’, due to be published by Presbyterian & Reformed Publishing this autumn.
Robert Murray M’Cheyne (1813-43): a short life, long lessons Thursday, 2:30pm, Paul Yeulett This year marks the bicentenary of M’Cheyne’s birth. M’Cheyne’s life and ministry, though short, is packed with timely lessons for today’s church. What stands out is his love and dedication to Jesus Christ; in this he is a model first of all to every Christian minister, but also to every Christian believer.
Capel y Morfa, Portland Street
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Programme
Sunday
10am Welcome Meeting Alfred Place Baptist Church (see page 16 for more details)
See extratime brochure for 15-25 year old events
11am Sunday Service Capel y Morfa Mike Leaves ‘A true son of Abraham?’ Luke 19:1-10
EMW Welcome Desk Mon-Fri: 10am-1:15pm 6:30-9:15pm Bookshop Monday: 6-10pm Tues-Fri: 10am – 10pm Mission Exhibition 2-5pm (4:30pm on Friday)
10am - 4:30pm History Trip to Llangeithio
(see page 11 for more details)
OPENING TIMES
(see pages 16-17 for more details)
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MONDAY
4pm Open Air Meeting (see page 16 for more details)
6:45pm Sunday Service Capel y Morfa Maurice Kinnaird ‘Believing God in the middle of the storm’ Acts 27
Bernard Lewis ‘Do you love Me?...Follow me!’ John 21:1-19
Tuesday
WednesDAY
ThursDAY
FRIDAY
8:15am Prayer Meeting – Chris Rees, Penbryn 9:15am Prayer Meeting – James Sercombe, Penbryn / Gary Brady, Cinema 10:45am Children’s Meetings (see pages 14-15 for more details)
11am Bible Readings – Alistair Begg, Great Hall 2:30pm Seminars – Capel y Morfa (see page 7 for more details)
Roger Hitchings ‘Everyone a giver of care’
Alistair Begg Preaching Today
Paul Yeulett ‘Robert Murray M’Cheyne...’
2pm Sports Afternoon
(see page 16 for more details)
4pm Open Air Meeting (see page 16 for more details)
7:30pm Evening Preaching Meetings – Great Hall Iain D. Campbell ‘.....but I.....’ Romans 7:14
Vaughan Roberts ‘The life of faith’ Habakkuk 3
Iain D. Campbell ‘.....but Christ.....’ Galatians 2:20
Ian Parry ‘Sent’ John 20:21
9:30pm Fellowship Meetings (extratime, Time Out, Prime Time) (see pages 11-13 for more details)
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Prayer meetings Prayer meetings take place Tuesday to Friday in Medrus 1, Penbryn at 8:15am and 9:15am, and in the Cinema at 9:15am. Every morning before the Bible Readings there is an opportunity for you to come together with others and pray. Three prayer meetings run each day so you are able to choose the time and location which suits you best. This essential part of the conference is well loved by many who come together and recognise our need for God and ask Him to graciously come and work amongst us.
Chris Rees Originally from Carmarthen, Chris Rees was converted 28 years ago and has been the minister of Bethesda Baptist Church in Narberth for the past 19 years. He is married to Bethan and they have one son, Luther. Chris is leading the prayer meetings at 8:15am in Medrus 1, Penbryn. James Sercombe Having grown up in the Swansea Valley, James came to faith at the end of his teens through the ongoing work of the local church and the witness of a newly converted bloke. Loves kebabs but devoted to, and captivated with the Lord, his family and the church in Crickhowell. James is leading the prayer meetings at 9:15am in Medrus 1, Penbryn. Gary Brady Raised in Cwmbran Gary studied in Aberystwyth before moving to London and becoming pastor of Childs Hill Baptist Church in 1983. He is the author of five Evangelical Press titles and chair of the Evangelical Library. In 1988 he married Eleri, an Aber girl. Two of their five sons currently live in Wales. Gary is leading the prayer meetings at 9:15am in the Cinema.
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HISTORY TRIP to Llangeithio Monday 12 August, 10am-4:30pm
Pick up points: Porter’s Lodge (10am) and Aberystwyth pier (10:15am) This year you have the opportunity to visit the village of Llangeithio (just 25 miles south of Aberystwyth) and learn more about its special significance in the spiritual history of Wales. 2013 celebrates the 300th anniversary of Daniel Rowland’s birth – Llangeithio witnessed his powerful ministry during the eighteenthcentury. More recently, this village was the boyhood home of one of the most famous preachers of the last century, Martyn Lloyd-Jones. So why not join us and learn more about the rich spiritual history of this place? For just £13 the history trip offers you a day out which will enrich your knowledge of God’s dealing with His people in the past and give you plenty of opportunity for fellowship with others. You can get on the coach at the Porters’ Lodge on the university campus at 10am or at the pier on the promenade in Aberystwyth town at 10:15am. If you’ve not booked – it’s not too late – call the EMW office on 01656 655886 to book your place. If spaces are still available when the conference begins a final opportunity to book on the trip will be announced at the Sunday services.
Extratime extratime is a series of meetings for 15-25 year olds. The programme is designed to complement the main conference meetings and look at key biblical issues. This is done this with a focus on what it means specifically to 15-25 years olds through a series of seminars each morning and afternoon as well as the extratime late meetings. extratime is not just about formal(ish) meetings, it also provides the opportunity to meet other Christian young people through a number of social events. During the week there's a newcomers' lunch, quiz night, BBQ and the now annual football and netball tournaments. extratime is organised by small group of young people, led by Gareth Davies. See the extratime brochure for full details. Gareth has lived in Cardiff for 12 years having grown up in North Wales. He is one of the church officers at Emmanuel Baptist Church and is married to Jenna. In what little spare time he has Gareth enjoys watching most sports especially football, rugby and NFL.
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TIME OUT Time Out is held in Medrus 1, Penbryn from 9:30pm10:30pm after the evening preaching meetings and is led by Glyn and Fflur Ellis. Time Out is a valued part of the conference. These fellowship meetings are designed specifically to help adults come together and reflect on the teaching of the conference and discuss relevant issues with others at the same stage of life. Time Out is for those who are not quite young enough to join the under 25s at extratime, but are still young at heart. Each evening there’s a chance to meet some of the conference speakers, and engage with other Christians in discussions about the challenges that work and/or family life can bring, including: Reflections on Mission in the Local Church Nicola Edkins Work and the Prayer Meeting! Gareth Davies A Scotsman in America Alistair Begg Question Time Panel including Geoff Thomas On Monday, there’s an additional opportunity to get to know others. Meet at the bandstand on the promenade at 2:30pm for a leisurely stroll along the prom.
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Glyn and Fflur are from Cardiff and attend Emmanuel Evangelical Church where they have been members for nearly 20 years. They have three children, Iwan, Lydia and Tomos and enjoy relaxing with family in their spare time.
PRIME TIME Prime Time is held in TaMed Da, Penbryn from 9:30pm10:30pm after the evening preaching meetings and is led by Jeremy Bailey. Prime Time is another valued part of the conference, helping adults come together for fellowship and reflection on the teaching of the conference, as well as an opportunity to discuss relevant issues with others at the same stage of life. Prime Time is more reflective than Time Out, and aimed at those who are little older. Each evening a topic will be briefly introduced by a guest speaker, and there’s always plenty of time for questions and conversation over a free cup of coffee.
This year’s theme is ‘Salt and Light’ (Matthew 5:13-14) Monday: Salt and Light as individuals in society – making a difference Tuesday: Salt and Light in the family – being effective grandparents (Keith and Rhiain Lewis) Wednesday: Salt and Light in conversation – are your words seasoned with salt? (Geoff Thomas) Thursday: Salt and Light in the community – the Mustard Seed Lampeter: 10 years on (Gareth Jones)
Jeremy Bailey came to know the Lord whilst a child through the children’s work of his local church. He has been married to Jenny for 30 years and they have one son. He has been pastor of Bethlehem, Sandfields, Port Talbot, since 2005. He enjoys walking his dog, going to the gym and learning Welsh.
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CHILDREN Children are welcome to come to the Bible Readings with you each day, however if you want space for them roam then you can make use of the overflow room or take them to one of the groups detailed here.
Tiny Tots (Dance Studio, Tues - Fri, 10:45am) Our team of happy helpers are looking forward to welcoming your little ones to Tiny Tots this year. Tiny Tots is for children over six months and under five. At Tiny Tots you can be sure your little ones will have plenty of fun.
All Tiny Tots will need an event pass to join the fun. Tiny Tots is led by Sarah Baker and is held in the Dance Studio from 10:45am, TuesdayFriday during the morning Bible Readings. Arrive earlier on the first day to complete a consent form for your child. Collect your child as soon as possible after the Bible Reading finishes. If the Tiny Tots team need to contact you they will do this via the main screen in the Great Hall so make sure you sit where you can clearly see the screen. Sarah Baker lives in the South Wales valleys where she has gained a vast experience of working with children, through church and family life, as well as in her many years work as a teacher. She attends Zion Baptist Church in Brynmawr along with her husband David and their two children. Children under six months, and those older who you’d like to stay with, are welcome to come to the morning Bible Readings. If you want space for them roam and make a bit of noise then you can make use of the overflow (with sound and visual relay) in the Chapel.
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Holiday Heroes (Students’ Union, Tues - Fri, 10:45am) Your 5-11s will love to join Holiday Heroes. Whether it’s their first time or they’ve been coming for several years there will be great leaders to meet and new friends to be made. They will get to know more about the Bible with fun activities, cool games and quizzes. All children will need an event pass to join Holiday Heroes. Holiday Heroes is led by Allan and Anne Rees and is held in the Students’ Union from 10:45am, Tuesday-Friday during the morning Bible readings. Arrive earlier on the first day to complete a consent form for your child. Collect your child as soon as possible after the Bible Reading finishes. Allan and Anne Rees found assurance in Christ within four months of each other in 1988 (their 12th year of marriage). They have grown up daughters and young grandchildren. They have been at Townhill Baptist in Swansea for 13 years. They have much experience of working with children and have led Holiday Heroes for many, many years.
JAber (Medrus 1, Penbryn, Tues - Fri, 10:45am) If you are between 11 and 14 then JAber challenges you to get stuck into God’s word and find out what it really means to live for Him. Our leaders will help you do this with awesome Bible teaching, small group discussions and thrilling challenges. You will need an event pass to join JAber so don’t forget to bring it with you.
JAber is led by Ian Middlemist and is held in Medrus 1, Penbryn from 10:45am, Tuesday - Friday to the end of the morning Bible Readings. Make sure you bring your parent/guardian with you on the first day so that they can complete a consent form for you. Ian Middlemist has lived in beautiful Pembrokeshire for six years where he works with Hill Park Baptist Church. He has four boys and much of his time is involved with building, creating, and camping (sometimes in the garden!). Ian has many opportunities to bring God’s word to young people in the local schools and colleges.
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WELCOME MEETING The Welcome Meeting is hosted by Gareth Edwards, the conference organiser, and is held in Alfred Place Baptist Church on Sunday at 10am. If this is your first time at the Aberystwyth Conference or if you are attending on your own then this meeting is for you. Those involved in organising the conference will be on hand to introduce themselves, chat with you and answer any questions you may have in an informal, relaxed setting.
Mission Exhibition The Mission Exhibition is at Morlan in Aberystwyth town. Here you will find a great variety of organisations and agencies offering information, resources and opportunities to help you connect with what God is doing all over the world. The exhibition is open between 2:30pm and 5pm Tuesday to Friday (closing at 4:30pm on Friday). Admission is free but you will need to bring your event pass with you. For further information see the Mission Exhibition brochure.
Open Air Open air services are held on Sunday and Tuesday afternoons at 4pm on the promenade, near the bandstand. Come along to support this service as we seek to be a witness to the local area and to reach others holidaying in Aberystwyth.
Sports Afternoon The football (for boys and girls) and netball (for girls only) tournaments, organised by the extratime team, are open to anyone over the age of 12. To join in, you’ll need to hand in your team sheet by Thursday evening. Team sheets are available from the EMW Welcome Desk. The cost of entry is £1 per person. The tournament takes place on Friday at 2pm at the university’s Sports Centre/astroturf pitch.
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BOOKSHOP
EMW MEDIA
WELCOME DESK
The Aberystwyth Conference bookshop can be found in the Dance Studio near to the Great Hall. A wide range of good quality Christian books from different publishers, many at greatly discounted prices, will be on sale throughout the week. Listen out for book reviews and details of book signing sessions in the main meetings.
All the main meetings, Sunday services and seminars will be recorded for you to purchase at the end of the week so you can remind yourself of what you’ve heard, catch up on talks you’ve missed or buy to give as presents to others. There will also be a selection of recordings from previous conferences at discounted prices.
The EMW Welcome Desk is situated just outside the Great Hall. If you have any queries, need to purchase event passes or meal tickets, or would like to place media orders come to the desk where staff will be on hand to assist you.
Opening times Monday: 6-10pm Tuesday to Friday: 10am-10pm
Opening times Monday to Friday: 10am-1:15pm and 6:30-9:15pm Welcome Desk staff will be in the Great Hall during the meetings, which start at 11am and 7:30pm, but can be contacted via a steward in an emergency.
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THINGS to DO in and around Aberystwyth The seaside town of Aberystwyth lies on the west coast of Wales at the heart of the wide sweep of Cardigan Bay. This small town nestles between three hills with the promenade facing seaward in a colourful curved terrace of Victorian houses. There are two shingle beaches, a pier, a picturesque harbour and the remains of the late thirteenth-century Aberystwyth Castle. At the end of the promenade are the rugged slopes of Constitution Hill with a zigzag path that climbs the 420 feet to the summit. Up here you can recuperate in a small cafe or visit the Camera Obscura for fine views of Cardigan Bay. For the less energetic there is the option of the Cliff Railway, a fine example of Victorian engineering built in 1896 and still trundling up and down its steep track. Pendinas Hill has visible remains of an iron age hill fort that dates back to c. 600 BC and a fine monument to the Duke of Wellington. The National Library on Penglais Hill holds more than three million printed works, forty thousand manuscripts, and four million deeds, as well as holding works of art, photographs, and audio visual material. In the town you can play bowls, tennis, pitch ’n’ putt or crazy golf. The rugged coastline is popular for all types of water sports and boat trips. You can also go to the cinema, visit Ceredigion Museum or watch a show in the University Arts Centre.
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Just six miles north of Aberystwyth is Borth with its two mile long golden beach. Keep travelling north and you’ll reach the Dyfi National Nature Reserve which boasts an impressive sand dune system. East of Aberystwyth is the dramatic scenery of the Rheidol Valley which extends several miles inland to Devil’s Bridge. From here, you can follow the Rheidol to its source at Llyn Nant y Moch, a massive reservoir in the shadow of one of mid-Wales’ highest range of mountains. Why not take the cycle route or walk the valley if you are feeling energetic, or, seeing as you’re on holiday, let the train take the strain?
Visit or contact the local tourist information centre (open daily, 10am-5pm) for more details or more ideas to make your stay one to remember: Aberystwyth Tourist Information Centre Terrace Road Aberystwyth SY23 2AG 01970 612125 AberystwythTIC@Ceredigion.gov.uk
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Quick guide to the ABERYSTWYTH CONFERENCE 2013 Accommodation (self-catered) Each accommodation unit has individual lockable bedrooms with shared kitchen and dining facilities, two toilets, a bath and shower (apart from Ensuite, where each room has its own toilet and shower). In addition to the bed, all rooms have a sink (except Houses), desk, chair and wardrobe, and bedding, soap and towels are provided. Razor sockets are not installed in all rooms. All rooms have free WiFi access. Kitchens are fully equipped with crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils, and include fridge and freezer, microwave and conventional hob and oven. You will need to bring your own food, tea towels and washing up liquid. If there is a problem with your accommodation contact the University's reception. Arrival On arrival, from 2pm onwards, you can collect your key, parking permit and WiFi password (strictly for over 18s only) and ‘Sports Pass’ from the reception of your accommodation as shown on the map on page 18. Each reception is open 2-6pm on Saturday 10 August. (During the rest of the week only the reception in Penbryn is open, Mon-Fri, 8:30am – 6pm.) If you have any queries, or if you arrive outside these hours, then make your way to the reception in Penbryn and pick up the phone which is located next to the reception desk. Bookshop The bookshop is open 6-10pm on Monday and 10am-10pm on TuesdayFriday (see page 17). Car parking Those staying in campus accommodation park in an official bay near your unit of accommodation and display your parking permit at all times. Those staying off campus are to use the visitors’ car park next to the International Politics building. Collect a parking permit from the EMW Welcome Desk in
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the foyer of the Great Hall. Parking is not permitted in any other area of the campus except in the pay-and-display car parks where you will need to pay the required fee. Departure At the end of your stay please strip your bed, and leave your unit of accommodation clean and tidy. Hand in your room key at your reception 8-10am on Saturday 17 August. If you leave before 8am please go to the reception in Penbryn and use the phone to call a porter for assistance. Emergencies Ensure you know where the nearest fire exit is in your accommodation and meeting venue. Should a fire occur call 999 and inform the university reception. No naked flames are permitted in accommodation blocks. Full information on evacuation procedures is available in your unit of accommodation. Event pass All guests aged six months and over must have an event pass to gain access to the meetings. Event, day and single meeting passes can be purchased from the EMW Welcome Desk in the foyer of the Great Hall. First aid If you need First Aid visit the EMW Welcome Desk or ask a steward. First aiders are not employees of EMW but volunteers willing to offer their expertise. In an emergency call 999. Food The nearest supermarket to the university is CKFoodstores which opens 8am-10pm. Co-op (6am-11pm) is located on Park Avenue in the town, and Morrisons (8am-9pm) is on the outskirts of Aberystwyth. (Also see Restaurants.) The Great Hall The Great Hall opens 30 minutes before the meetings begin. Seats cannot be reserved. Food and drink, with the exception of water, is not permitted in the Great Hall.
Loop system (for the hard of hearing) A loop system is installed in the Great Hall for those who use hearing aids. Seats in the middle block on the ground floor will be reserved for those with hearing difficulties.
Photography Filming, photography and recording is not permitted in any venue. Your attendance at the conference implies permission to reproduce your image, likeness and voice on publicity material.
Lost property Neither the university nor the EMW can be responsible for lost property. When you leave the venue take all your belongings with you. Unclaimed lost property found in our venues will be returned to the EMW office (01656 655886). Items will be kept for one month after the conference and returned to the owner on receipt of postage. For items left in units of accommodation, contact the university on 01970 621960 to discuss postage costs. The university will keep items until 15 September 2013.
Restaurants If you have pre-booked evening meals at the TaMed Da restaurant go along during your allocated time and hand in your ticket at the till. Meals are served until 6:30pm daily. Tickets for evening meals can be purchased from the EMW Welcome Desk (£60.90 per person for the week or £8.70 per day). Lunches do not require booking or tickets. The Art Centre’s café is open MondaySaturday, 9:30am-8pm. The Piazza Café (lower level) is open Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm. The Theatre Bar Café (upper level) is open Monday-Friday from midday and Saturdays from 5pm.
Media CDs and DVDs of the meetings are available to order from the EMW Welcome Desk. Order before the close of Thursday and your order will be ready to collect on Friday (see page 17). Minibus A free minibus operates every morning (Tues-Fri) and every evening (MonFri) picking up outside the Marine Hotel on the promenade at 10:15am and 6:45pm and dropping off at the Great Hall. It leaves the Great Hall shortly after the close of the service and returns to the Marine Hotel. Priority is given to those who find walking difficult. Mission Exhibition The Mission Exhibition is open Tuesday to Friday afternoons. (See the Mission Exhibition brochure for details on organisations, location and opening times.) Mobile phones Please make sure mobiles and pagers are turned off/on silent during meetings. Overflow Morning and evening meetings will be relayed in the overflow for those parents who want space for their children to roam and for those who cannot fit into the Great Hall.
Sports centre Residential visitors may use the Sports Centre on campus once they have collected their ‘Sports Pass’ and can use of facilities such as gym, squash court, sports hall and all weather pitch. Unfortunately the University swimming pool is undergoing refurbishment. Alternative arrangements have been made with Plascrug Leisure Centre and free use of the swimming pool is permitted with a ‘Sports Pass’. For opening times for Plascrug please see their website (https://www.ceredigion.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=15021) or ring 01970 624579. Stewards If you need assistance ask one of the stewards who will be happy to help. Stewards can be spotted by their red lanyard, badges and (if outside) hi-visibility jackets. Travel The university address is Aberystwyth University, Penbryn, Penglais, Aberystwyth, SY23 3BY. If you are travelling to Aberystwyth by coach (www. nationalexpress.com or 08717 818181) or train (www.nationalrail.co.uk or 08457 484950) you can get a taxi or local bus to the university campus. Everything you need to know about the conference should be in this guide. If you do need further help please visit the EMW Welcome Desk or speak to a steward before or after the meetings. However, if you have a problem that needs sorting urgently, and the university are unable to help, ring Gareth Edwards on 07813 968442.
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EMW ABERYSTWYTH
CONFERENCE D.A. Carson
Be refreshed by the Word
9-16 August 2014
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