The theme of LMS this year, “You Belong Here,” seeks to foster unity and deepen our love and care for everyone in the True Jesus Church. Through baptism and the sacrificial blood of Jesus, we now belong to God in His household. With Christ as our Head, each member plays a unique and integral role in the church—His body— working together as one. However, for various reasons, some members may not feel that a sense of belonging when they come to church, perhaps feeling lonely, out of place, or unnoticed in our community of faith.
At LMS, attendees will study God’s word to learn proactive ways to support and care for members and lost sheep, helping them feel welcomed and at home as part of God’s family. Practical workshops will equip attendees with hands-on experience to develop meaningful and edifying resources, strengthen church outreach to lost sheep, and create a nurturing community that values individual differences and celebrates unity in diversity in God’s flock. May we imitate Christ’s compassion, gentleness, and patience as we participate in this soul-saving work.
About LMS
LMS offers workshop-based training for brethren to take part in the Literary Ministry. The timetable includes lessons on the LMS theme, group discussions and practical workshops with live projects.
If you have any questions about LMS 2026 and registering for the event, please email the UKGA Department of Literary Ministry (ukdlm@tjc.org).
We look forward to seeing you at this year’s LMS!
Workshops
You can choose from one of the following workshops, with the aim of completing a project during LMS:
- Writing (minimum requirement: GCSE/Standard Grade English, or equivalent).
- Graphic design (no minimum requirement.)
- Content creation (no minimum requirement).
- Animation (no minimum requirement).
Timetable
*Local Sabbath schedule:
12:00–12:30 Church prayer
12:30–12:45 Hymnal
12:45–13:45 First Sabbath service
13:45–14:30 Tea break
14:30–14:45 Hymnal
14:45–15:45 Second Sabbath service
15:45–16:10 Tea break
Registration criteria for attendees
- A baptised member of the True Jesus Church.
- Aged 18 years old or older (youths aged under 18 years old will be considered on a case-by-case basis).
- Must meet the minimum requirements to attend your chosen workshop.
- Attend a minimum of three days.
Registration notes
Please register as soon as possible.
- Registration closing date: Saturday, 28 March 2026.
- There is a maximum of 60 spaces available.
- International brethren are welcome to register.
- First-time attendees must complete the registration form and ask their local church board member or preacher to complete the local church endorsement form (both found on the registration page).
- Attendees will be notified of their registration approval in early April 2026; international brethren will be notified earlier for travel arrangement purposes.
- Attendees must arrive at True Jesus Church in Newcastle by Friday, 1 May 2026 at 7:00 pm.
You will need
Bible
Hymnbook (469 hymns UK version)
Computer / laptop / tablet
Appropriate software, apps, and/or tools for your chosen workshop
Handouts (if any are provided)