The Bible Society has some cracking apps that open up the Bible for children and young people and does a host of things in the UK (and around the world) which raise public consciousness about the Bible.  One of their best tools for engagement is “Open The Book” a programme for schools that explore the Bible in a dynamic way with drama and fun.

[Bible Society – Open The Book]

The Children’s Society is an amazing organisation working with vulnerable children and families and encourages the church and wider society to engage holistically with the needs of children and young people amidst the challenges of growing up today.

[Free Youth Resources]

CWR produces some excellent bible reading notes for children and young people from 3+ (Pens, Topz, YPs, Mettle) – check out the titles for children by clicking the link, Pen’s is especially good for introducing pre-schoolers to the bible – and, what better way to kick off their reading than looking at the bible together?

[CWR – Children’s Publications]

Going for Growth is a website from the “Going for Growth” team for the Church of England. The website has excellent features from resources and articles to key aspects of good practice for children’s and youth work – a wealth of content, well worth a browse (you don’t have to be Anglican or Church of England to use it!)

[Going for Growth]

A wonderful place of retreat and adventure in Devon, idyllic setting with its own private beach! Perfect for youth weekends away, church holidays . . . check out their website and all they have to offer.

[Lee Abbey]

A glorious retreat centre in East Sussex, ideal get away for a personal prayer retreat or for a youth group residential.  Check out the dedicated website, have a virtual browse and have a look at the calendar to check availability – fully fitted kitchen, dormitory style sleeping for young people with separate leaders rooms, projector and screen and wifi.

[St Bartz Retreat Centre]

Youthscape brings together in one team some of the most creative youth work going on in the UK right now.  It is the home of the Self Harm UK team; Schools Work; Romance Academy and more . . . check out all their work here.

[Youthscape]

Like its sister publication youth work magazine has a host of articles, resource ideas, interviews and useful info about all things “youth work” PLUS all of its back issue “ready to use” meeting guides are available FREE from the website.  A treasure trove of material to use as it is – or adapt for your needs.

[Youthwork Magazine]