Let the story speak.
Simply the Story is a workshop that teaches inductive Bible study through an oral, story-based approach. It helps participants experience Scripture through meaningful discussion, listening, and response— enabling them to engage with God’s Word in an interactive way.
Over 80% of the world's people cannot — or would rather not — learn by reading. For these oral learners, story is the communication method of choice. It's no coincidence that God gave us 75% of the Bible in story form!
Learn how to tell accurate Bible stories and lead interactive discussions on Bible passages for family devotions and fellowships, Sunday schools and churches, Bible schools, outreach and church-planting ministries, short-term mission trips, prisons, and wherever people gather.
Choose ONE of these two workshop options:
FULL WORKSHOP (Limited to 15 People)
DATES: 23-27 November, 2026
TIMES: 9am-6pm, Monday- Friday
COST: £150 (includes workshop, all lunches and two coffee breaks daily)
ABOUT: This Leadership Workshop moves you toward becoming a certified oral strategist. During the first 18-hours of training, you will be equipped to be an STS Practitioner. Then, you assist in training the added Foundational Workshop attendees. We teach you how to teach others… who can then teach others.
FOUNDATIONAL WORKSHOP
DATES: 25-27 November, 2026
TIMES: Wednesday (1-6pm), Thursday- Friday (9-6pm)
COST: £90 (includes workshop, all lunches and two coffee breaks daily)
ABOUT: In this hands-on 19-hours of training, learn how to tell Bible stories and teach discussion style. Practice designing questions that help family, friends and gatherings discover spiritual treasures and personal applications within Bible passages.
*Discounted option available for YWAMers- see registration for details. Don’t let finances stop you from being equipped! If you need financial help, contact yunju.cho@ywamancuan.org to discuss possibilities.
LOCATION
YWAM An Cuan, 44 Shore Rd, Rostrevor, BT34 3ET
TRAVEL
If you are flying, we recommend flying into Dublin Airport (DUB) or Belfast City or International Airport. There are train and bus routes to Newry, which is the closest larger transport centre to us. Buses regularly run from Newry to Rostrevor if you are taking public transport to get here. Lifts to Rostrevor from Newry can be arranged (cost involved). Please contact us to discuss this.
LODGING
This event is commuter-based, so accommodation isn't included. You're welcome to arrange your own lodging nearby, or please enquire about staying on-site at YWAM An Cuan! Spaces are limited, so please ask early if you'll need a room. Contact bookings@ywamancuan.org for prices and availability.