Events and Opportunities for children and young people
Events for Children and Young People
Synod Together
The Synod meets twice a year, in March and October. As part of the journey of becoming an inclusive Synod, these meetings are open to all ages, coming together to explore and ensure all voices are heard.
Wessex Summer Camps
Two fantastic camps for ages 7-11 years and 11-17 years. It is a time to have fun with others through a variety of themed activities and workshops. We explore the Christian faith and learn more about our amazing God through streamed discussions and worship.
Wessex Synod Youth Executive (WSYE)
The SYE is an elected group of up to ten young people aged between 14 and 25 from local churches in Wessex Synod. SYE meets three times a year, including ‘youth open days or weekends’. They have a passion to promote the voice of young people in the Synod, and they enjoy learning and journeying together. Hear from members of the SYE.
Wessex Synod Representative to URC Youth Executive. In this role the representative is a voice for young people in Wessex Synod and assists with the planning of the annual Youth Assembly. Extracts from the URC Youth Handbook includes a role description for Synod Youth Representatives to the Synod Youth Executive plus guidance for synods on the appointment of Synod Youth Representatives.
Latest C+Y News
Bi-monthly Children’s and Youth newsletter – January 2025
Here is the latest newsletter from the Children’s and Youth Team at Church House – January 2025
Bi-monthly newsletter May 2025, Children & Youth
Here is the latest newsletter from the team at Church House.
Wessex Youth Programme
Wessex Youth Programme leaflet.Read more on the Youth page.
Talking about … Porn
Join us for an informative session where we will be exploring the realities of young people and their access to pornographic content. We want to grow confidence to talk about porn with young people, and help to create a safe place for them to share and learn together. Gareth Cheeseman,…
Talking about … screen safety
Join us for an interactive session designed to help you understand the impact of algorithms, echo-chambers and the risks that they present for children and young people. We will also be reflecting on recent theories and research into the effects of screentime and considering how we make our children and…
Wessex Youth Camp – bookings now open
Further information about Wessex summer camps Youth Camp - further information and bookings.
Mission House Project, an exciting opportunity for young person
Are you a young person, looking for a new exciting opportunity? Do you want to use your skills and learn new ones? Are you considering your next steps? Job Advert Further information and Application Pack - Word Further information and Application Pack - pdf Closing date for applications: 2 May…
Talking About … calendar 2025
Here is the calendar for 2025. One hour, online sessions including presentation, discussion and Q&A. All 7pm - 8pm Book your free place at www.bit.ly/URCTalkingAbout
Family Film Night – new resources
Two new film resources - free to download and use Onward - We are All on a Quest The Christmas Chronicles The full list of Family film Night resources can be found in the Document Library. These exciting resources come to you from two experienced children’s ministry…
Bi-monthly Children’s and Youth newsletter – January 2025
Here is the latest newsletter from the Children’s and Youth Team at Church House – January 2025
Bi-monthly newsletter May 2025, Children & Youth
Here is the latest newsletter from the team at Church House.
Upcoming events
Wessex URC Youth Facebook page for youth
Wessex URC Youth on instagram
Both accounts are managed by members of the SYE.