“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.”
1 Timothy 4:12
What is GROW: Youth Discipleship Ambassadors?
Whether you are part of a large thriving youth group, or the only young person connected with your church, GROW is about investing in young people as disciples of Jesus. Together we explore themes of our Diocesan Rhythm of Life, in prayer, scripture, worship, love, generosity, sharing faith and patterns of rest. Each session will include small group discussion and fun activities – all deeply rooted in how we each Live Christ’s Story.
GROW: Discipleship Youth Ambassadors is for young people between the ages of 11-16. Participants will spend a year exploring themes above, and at the end of the year, participants are commissioned as a Youth Discipleship Ambassadors, equipped to be more actively involved in mission and ministry with their church, and in supporting younger people on their faith journeys.
Where and When?
In 2025, GROW will take place in several locations across the diocese, each based across a deanery. The gathered sessions will be an hour and a quarter in length from January to November, with the invitation to become a Youth Discipleship Ambassador at a special service in York Minster in January 2026. Details of dates and times will be on the website soon.
York
Tuesdays 7.15-9pm, St Edward’s Dringhouses
14th January
11th February
11th March
25th – 27th April (Residential, Wydale Hall)
13th May
10th June
9th September
14th October
11th November
Scarborough
Tuesdays, 5-6.15pm, Holy Nativity Eastfield
28th January
25th February
25th March
25th – 27th April (Residential, Wydale Hall)
20th May
24th June
23th September
14th October
25th November
North Holderness
Dates TBC
Southern Ryedale
Mondays, 6.30-8pm, Norton
27th January
24th February
31st March
19th May
30th June
22nd September
20th October
24th November
Stokesley
Wednesdays, 6.30-8pm, St Francis’ Church, Ingleby Barwick
29th January
26th February
26th March
21st May
25th June
24th September
22nd October
26th November
Benefits to Young People
Space to explore and deepen faith.
Offers support to help them grow as disciples.
Commitment from the local church and the diocese to listen to their voice.
Opportunity to spend time with like-minded young people.
Input from experienced leaders to support growth in faith.
Take Part!
Registering to be part of GROW is very straightforward. A simple registration form can be accessed by clicking the button below. Once the registration has been received and processed, you will be contacted to confirm further details including the dates of gathered sessions.
If you would like to have a conversation with a member of the team, please get in touch with the GROW team.
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