Young people from St Justus Church in Rochester enjoyed a fantastic weekend away at the SOLID Festival, thanks to the Diocese of Rochester‘s Children and Young People Fund, supported by the Colyer-Ferguson Charitable Trust.
The annual weekend brings together hundreds of children and young people from across the South East of England to discover and worship Jesus, while taking part in all kinds of adventure, creative and sporting activities.
For 16-year old Shola, this was her first experience of a Christian event run from outside of her church:
“...I got to try new things such as kayaking and banana boats, which led to us getting soaked, but it was great! I thank God for the wonderful time I had and the connection He made with me, making me more aware of His power and presence in my life.”
“For our youth this was transformational,” says Adam Pyrke, curate St Justus,
“We have noticed a growth both in their relationship with Jesus Christ and in their own personal characters. We are extremely thankful for the grant that made this experience possible.”
The next closing date for the fund is Friday 13 September. For more information visit: www.rochester.anglican.org/under18s/ children-and-young-people-cyp-fund/