We have two Energize groups, one for primary age children, and one for those at high school. They meet on Sunday morning during the second part of the service.
We aim to teach, inspire and build faith in our young people and help them to find their place in the church.
We have a dedicated team of volunteer leaders who meet regularly to review, plan and pray together. Training opportunities for leaders are offered regularly and very much encouraged.
We aim to use material that is relevant, fun and challenging whilst also incorporating sound teaching on the bible and our Christian faith.
We have just finished the "40 Days of Purpose" along with the whole church, and the Energize groups had their own age-related material.
We are currently using Bible-based stories and games with the younger Energize group and the YFC's "RS2" (Rock Solid 2) material with the older group.
We want our sessions to be fun and interactive! We often enhance the teaching material with games, drama, DVD clips, computer/powerpoint presentations, crafts and discussions etc.
We very much encourage our young people to be actively involved in church worship and the young people enjoy participating in services, presenting dramas eg; at Christmas and even leading their own services!
We also try to instil a strong social conscience in our young people and regularly plan social action and mission projects using BMS and our own material. Past projects include a "One World" service and lunch for South Sudan, a "Kids of Courage" project for Francis House Children's Hospice, The "Filipino Factor!" - raising awareness and funds for the Philippines, A BMS "Survivor" project raising awareness and money for Burmese refugees.
Any young people attending church are welcome to attend Energize and we aim to show God's love and be inclusive to all. 2 Tim 3:15