Independent Schools Worker, es-team
Hello, I am pleased to share with you the work of SU in independent schools in the east of Scotland!
Below is a snap shot of what is going on. If you want to get a fuller picture, please register for my termly newsletter, which you can do on this page. Also there are so many opportunities to further the Good News, we always need more volunteers! If time is too limited to volunteer, you can support the region financially on this page too. The more people involved in volunteering and giving - the more we can do!!
Prayer
One of our values in SU Scotland is dependence on God, so prayer for the work being done in independent schools is greatly appreciated.
If you would like to join the group of teachers, parents, and others involved with independent schools, to pray once a term, please get in touch and I shall be glad to send you information.
As part of es-team (the Edinburgh Schools Team) I contribute to our es-team newsletter and prayer news, if you would like to receive copies of these please email me or use the small form on this page.
Our hope is that every school in Scotland would be prayed for. You can find out more about how we are tying to see this happen here.
Schools
Speaking at assemblies and chapel services provides a helpful introduction to SU Scotland in schools, however, during term time the highlights of my week usually involve visits to SU Groups. It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet the children and young people in their schools, gathering together to look at God’s word and have fun. I often go along with a game or challenge, so pupils are not surprised when I produce things like balloons, cards and elastic bands from my bag!
Supporting the parents, teachers and youth workers who run the groups is a pleasure; their talent, sacrifice and commitment never fails to inspire. Taking senior pupils through the Equip! training course is particularly exciting. Each new team of pupil leaders brings fresh ideas and energy to their SU Group and each leader grows in confidence and faith.
Holidays & Weekends
The value of spending a concentrated time with children and young people in a temporary Christian community cannot be overestimated. If you are a parent, perhaps you would first consider sending your child to the independent school’s weekend, where a taste of the activities and fun can be sampled? A weekend flies by quickly so many campers like to return for a week-long holiday, which they would be welcome to spend with me at AV7, the final SU Holiday of the summer at Alltnacriche near Aviemore. Details of all weekends and holidays can be found here.
I encourage pupils in S5 and S6, who want to know more about being leaders in their churches or on SU Holidays and Missions, to join me at Basecamp on Arran as part of the COmMISSION programme. The week of Bible teaching, mentoring and practical training provides a strong foundation to grow in faith and great friendships.
Churches
Without prayer, financial and practical support from churches, this work could not continue. I would be delighted to come and speak about the work of SU Scotland in your church service and am always happy to see how we can partner together in the schools and community.
Local Events
Senior school is one of the most challenging places to be a Christian, so providing regular fellowship, fun and teaching to young people is vital. Once a month during term time es-team delivers Spotlight for S1-3, and Equip! for S4-6 We can also be found at Powerpoint (look out for us on the SU stall!). Details of theses events can be found here.
Thank you for taking time to read a little of what’s going on in independent schools in the east of Scotland. If you would like to find out more or support the work in some way, I would be delighted to speak with you and encourage you to become part of what God is doing!
