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MAGNITUDE 2023
22-26 JULY
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We believe that the Scriptures of the Bible are God-breathed and the highest authority for faith and life. We emphasise the significance of the Bible as a whole and encourage young people to read it so that they come to repentance, faith, obedience to God and worship.

+ WE ARE OPEN TO GOD MOVING BY HIS HOLY SPIRIT.

Everything we do is guided by the Holy Spirit as the one who transforms us and empowers us.

+ WE PUT YOUNG PEOPLE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO.

We exist to create opportunities for children and young people to explore the Bible, respond to Jesus and grow in faith.

+ WE EXIST TO SERVE THE WHOLE CHURCH.

Magnitude exists to serve and equip young people from all denominations, networks and backgrounds, bringing them together for the mission of God's Kingdom.

+ WE ARE FAMILY.

We are a community built on the unconditional hospitality, inclusivity and acceptance of Jesus. Because of that, we welcome young people from all backgrounds, denominations, whether Christian or non-Christian. We are committed to building a diverse yet fiercely united community who support each other, celebrate together and serve alongside one another.

+ WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT MISSION AND EVANGELISM.

Our priority is those who don't yet know him. Magnitude exists to equip young people to share their faith fearlessly and boldly in their cities, nation and the world.

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We believe that the Scriptures of the Bible are God-breathed and the highest authority for faith and life. We emphasise the significance of the Bible as a whole and encourage young people to read it so that they come to repentance, faith, obedience to God and worship.

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Church of Scotland Schools Ministry Roadshow 

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Schools Ministry Roadshows

A key opportunity to come and meet with others in your area who are involved in schools ministry and share ideas and encouragement.

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A key opportunity to come and meet with others in your area who are involved in schools ministry and share ideas and encouragement.

When and where

About this event

112 days 4 hours

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Dates and Venues

Edinburgh and West Lothian, 25th Feb, Craigsbank Church, 19 Craigsbank, Edinburgh, EH12 8HD

Glasgow, 11th March, St David's Memorial Park Church, Kirkintilloch, G66 1HE

Fife, 18th March, Wellesley Centre, Wellesley Road, Methil, Fife, KY8 3PD

Highlands and Hebrides, 25th March, St Andrew's Church, Aviemore, PH22 1RH

Perth, Stirling, Dundee, Angus, 29th April, Perth North, 209 High Street, Perth, PH1 5PB

Clyde, 13th May, Dalmuir Barclay Church, Clydebank, G81 4JH

Lothian and Borders, 3rd June, Dalkeith St John's & King's Park Church, 31 Eskbank Road, Dalkeith, EH22 1HJ

North East and the North Isles, 10th June, Skene Parish Church, Westhill, AB32 6XE

South West, 17th June, St George's Church Hall, 50 George Street, Dumfries, DG1 1EJ

The Church of Scotland recognises many exciting opportunities to share the good news of Jesus through connections with schools. From the annual congregational statistics, it is very encouraging to see that 723 congregations across Scotland support schools in some way. Many ministers are active as school chaplains. Some congregations have paid staff who connect with schools regularly and others have volunteers who are committed to schools' ministry, in a variety of ways.

This series of regional Schools Ministry Roadshows are being run to explore how to strengthen the significant opportunity we have to serve our local schools and build supportive relationships with pupils and staff . These in-person events give an opportunity for those interested and involved in schools' ministry to be encouraged and inspired and to meet others involved in similar ways. These are a great opportunity for members of Presbytery and local churches, Local Authority Reps, Ministers, School Chaplains, schools workers and others to meet together.

You are invited to register for a Roadshow that is convenient for you. This will give the opportunity to network and connect with others in your area. (For those in more remote locations, there is an opportunity to link up with others in an online webinar as part of the ReNew webinar series on Wednesday 1st March 7.30 - 9.pm )

'It is so important to show God's love in whatever way the school requires it, because in doing so, we are able to show Christ's love in really practical ways in our community'.

Each of these events will run from 10am to 3.30pm and coffee and a light lunch will be provided.

The Roadshows are hosted by the Church of Scotland Education and Schools Group and run in partnership with Presbyteries.

Please make sure you have registered on the Schools' Ministry database, so we can let you know of other events and information https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=f4cZu3Ni40etmAGdjzlP7xw3019UWgtPu_Fc6Je2wQ5UQUY5VkI4VEZBNlFVMUhLR0VBTkkySEZCUi4u ·

Do also see the information, stories and resources on the Serve Your Local School website http://www.syls.org.uk/ and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/serveyourlocalschool

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A key opportunity to come and meet with others in your area who are involved in schools ministry and share ideas and encouragement.

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ReNew - church and ministry with children and young people

A series of webinars to encourage a renewed vision and inspire new ways of thinking for our church life and worship.

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These webinars will provide an opportunity to explore new ideas and approaches in children, youth and family ministry and ways of being church.

We are facing so much change but we also have opportunities to explore new ways of connecting and sharing faith. How can we prioritise ministry with younger people within our communities of faith, in new ways?

Each webinar will have some inspiration from specialists, stories from people who have renewed their approaches and opportunities to discuss with others how you might explore this area in your context.

These are a great opportunity for members of the Kirk Session, Ministers, paid workers and volunteers to explore together. Come to explore how to develop and deepen what you may already do or think about new approaches.

People are invited to register for any of these webinars that are of interest.

These webinars will be recorded to share further with others in your settings. Previous ReNew webinar recordings can be found here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcE1-KuB42WIa5SmLRKd5jG9FY5TLwVyq

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ReNew - church and ministry with children and young people

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These webinars will provide an opportunity to explore new ideas and approaches in children, youth and family ministry and ways of being church. We are facing so much change but we also have opportunities to explore new ways of connecting and sharing faith.

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Copy of The Presbytery of Glasgow have the opportunity for 4 young adults aged 18 - 25 to attend the General Assembly 2023.

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Sometimes It Hurts 2023Sunday, 26 Mar 2023 09:30 - 16:30 National Christian Outreach Centre,

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Sometimes It Hurts 2023Sunday, 26 Mar 2023 09:30 - 16:30 National Christian Outreach Centre,

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National Christian Outreach Centre,, Riggs Road,, Perth, Scotland PH1 1PR GB - Sunday, 26 Mar 2023 09:30 - 16:30 BST

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Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd June 2023

Portobello and Joppa Parish Church, Edinburgh

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Is it for you?

This event is aimed at all mums - with a faith or none. Whether you're a working mum, full-time mum, step-mum, adoptive mum, honorary mum, you love being a mum or you're finding it tough at the moment - you deserve a night off!

Make it a real night out by bringing your favourite people along at a discounted group rate of £8 each, or if you're flying solo, take advantage of our early bird rate before it ends!

Cathy is a popular speaker and author of several books. She is mum to two grown up daughters and would describe motherhood as heart-breaking, fun, exhausting and wonderful - sometimes all in the same day! She lives in Bristol with her husband Mark.

Gill Lyth took on the role of Care for the Family's Scotland Representative after being a chocolatier for 5* hotels, A-list celebrities and royalty. Now, rather than creating chocolates, she simply eats them. Her particular interest is in speaking about mental health through her own experience of living with it, and in reducing stigma around it. She lives in Dunfermline with her husband and two children.

It's a 24/7 job. No sick days, unsociable hours - bathroom breaks are our only chance of solitude, if we're lucky! Mum, we know you wouldn't trade your kids for the world, but you deserve a little time for yourself - heck you deserve to put your feet up, on a beach in Barbados, your favourite drink in one hand and a do not disturb sign in the other!

So full disclosure, this is not a parenting event - it's the time out you need to look after your mental and emotional wellbeing.

Join Cathy Madavan and Gill Lyth - two mums who understand the shifting demands of motherhood for this unforgettable night that celebrates the phenomenal job you do. Mums' Night Out is a guilt-free zone that will leave you feeling lighter, so you can pick up where you left off, with a few more tools under your belt.

'Such an encouraging event, made me feel like I'm not struggling on my own!'

'Fantastic opportunity to listen to my life experiences in someone else's words.'

'Was great to remember that we aren't alone in the craziness that is being a mum!'

'Just lovely to hang out with other mums in a funny, relaxed setting and laugh'

'Thanks so much for a fab evening, amazing presenters, and lots of encouragement and laughs'

'Thank you and well done for taking on the job of enlightening and uplifting us mothers!'

Early bird tickets: £6

Standard tickets: £11

Bring your favourite people along at a discounted group rate of £8 each (applies to three or more tickets)

We never want money to stop anyone from accessing our events. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we're able to offer limited complimentary tickets. If this would enable you to attend, please contact us at mail@cff.org.uk and we'd love to help

The event will start at 7.30pm and finish at 10.00pm

Doors open at 7.00pm

Bookings are made through Eventbrite

Alternatively, feel free to call us on 029 2081 0800 and the team would be glad to help you with your booking

Please note we do not have facilities to accommodate babies and young children at this event

We are very aware of the risks around COVID-19 and will always seek to comply with the latest legislation and guidance. You can read our full policy here

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Effective wellbeing tools, real life stories and a whole lot of laughs! It's a 24/7 job. No sick days, unsociable hours - bathroom breaks are our only chance of solitude, if we're lucky!

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Encouraging Churches to grow the faith of children.

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Hand in Hand Conference | Children's & Family Ministry

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Godly Play Scotland is hosting a Discovery Day on 22 April from 10am-4pm at the Godly Play Scotland Centre, in the basement of Duddingston Kirk Manse, Old Church Lane, Edinburgh - more details and booking information are below:

Discovery Days are a great way to find out about Godly Play. We begin the day with a full Godly Play session, so you can experience it for yourself.

There is plenty of time to ask questions, to explore the different materials and to hear another couple of stories.

The day starts at 10am, with tea and coffee, and will finish by 4pm.

Tea, coffee and snacks will be provided, but please bring your own lunch.

The cost for the day is £12.

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2022-23 Virtual YAV Service Year

No cost Virtual Program - Apply Now

Ages 19 to 35

Virtual YAVs (VYAVs) will have the opportunity to work directly with Presbyterian Mission Agency leaders to learn how to do mission in partnership, engage in vocational discernment, and take part in leadership development training.

Applications Open

2023-24 In-Person YAV Service Year

Ages 19 to 35

Applications Open

2023 YAV Orientation

Aug 20-27, 2023 - Louisville, KY

The Young Adult Volunteer (YAV) program is an ecumenical, faith-based year of service for young people (ages 19-30) in sites across the United States and around the world. YAVs accompany local agencies working to address root causes of poverty and reconciliation. Alongside this work, volunteers explore the meaning of their Christian faith and accountability to their neighbors in the community with peers and mentors.

The YAV year occurs from August to August.

Program Benefits

Benefits during the year of service, in-person, include a regular stipend, housing, all program-related transportation costs covered and student-loan assistance.

We also invite young adults to engage in world issues, commit to self-reflection, listen to those who are being marginalized and learn in a new way . This is an exciting invitation to "a year of service for a lifetime of change."

*Read about available sites, current volunteers, Frequently Asked Questions, fundraising commitments and more(!) by clicking on the above tab-bars and options listed under "Learn More"*
Give to individual YAVs

What are you looking for in a YAV applicant?

Young adults! (ages 19-30)

A commitment to serving in culturally and religiously diverse contexts

Openness to exploring and deepening one's Christian faith in the context of community

Flexibility, curiosity, patience and a sense of humor!

The ability to adapt to uncertainty and ambiguity

A desire to be present with people and with God

How are YAVs placed?

Volunteers are placed only to sites where they apply. Through our mutual discernment process, the candidate's preference, the site's preference and the needs of our partners are considered. Candidates should be open to applying to a variety of states.

What do YAVs do?

YAVs are placed with a partner organization at each of our sites. Their work depends on the focus of the placement partner. Volunteers' interests and skills are taken into account when discerning a site placement. Volunteers engage in direct service, education and awareness, and advocacy.

Where do YAVs live?

Most YAVs live with fellow volunteers in a community house. Some sites have a host-family model. All YAVs will be active members of an intentional Christian community. All housing is arranged and provided by the YAV program.

Do YAVs get paid?

Volunteers receive a living stipend during the service year. The YAV program also provides housing, transportation to and from all events and meal costs. All costs associated with the program are covered.

What does it cost?

There is no volunteer fee to serve. YAVs do commit to fundraising a minimum of $4,000 (national placements) and $5,000 (international placements) for the year. YAVs fundraise to gather a community of support during the year. While each YAV must fundraise, we recognize different communities have varying capacities to give. There are additional options for financial and spiritual support if needed. Fundraising coaching provided!

Do I have to be Presbyterian?

No! YAV is an ecumenical program - volunteers from all Christian traditions are invited to serve. While most of our participants are Presbyterian, this is not a requirement, and we welcome people from all Christian backgrounds.

I'm not Presbyterian. Why participate?

The YAV program is a formational opportunity for young adults interested in practical faith-development and work experience. As a PC(USA) program, YAV seeks to be an open and affirming program celebrating diversity at all levels. We are grateful for the many different voices from various faith traditions that make our program deeper and stronger, as exemplified in our many partners throughout the country and our world. We fully believe it is a year of service for a lifetime of change.

What about student loans?

Volunteers may receive up to $250/month of assistance during their YAV year(s) through the Season of Service Loan Assistance Program.

What about health insurance?

If YAVs do not have access to health care, the program is able to provide coverage. The program does encourage participants to remain under their current coverage during their year of service, if possible.

Do I need to know another language?

No. Speaking another language may be helpful at some placements but is not a requirement. International YAVs may be provided with language classes as available. National site placements require conversational English. All YAV events occur in English.

When can I apply?

Important Dates to note are:

November 1, 2020
Applications open

January 1, 2021
Round 1-All sites available, early placement

March 1, 2021
Round 2-Most sites available, final date to apply to some international sites

June 1, 2021
Round 3-limited spots available

YAV Orientation 2022
August 21-24 virtual
August 25-28 in person

Need more info?

Please contact Andy Thomas at andrew.thomas@pcusa.org or call 1-800-728-7228 x5300. Follow us @yavprogram on social media!

Core Tenets of the YAV Program:

Every YAV site strives to embody the following values throughout the year of service:
Intentional Christian Community
YAVs explore what it means to be a Christian community with one another and their neighbors. While some will live in housing together and others spread throughout their country, all YAVs will reflect together on their service and explore their relationship with God, the church, and their ministry in a broken world.

Simple Living
YAVs are challenged to practice simple living - living an abundant life with less. Living simply pushes YAVs to evaluate their true needs with their lifestyle and beliefs. We challenge one another to live more simply in response to an unsustainable human demand for natural resources.

Cross-Cultural Mission
YAVs will intentionally explore the diversity of God's creation, living and working outside of their comfort zone. YAVs will work to confront the systemic challenges of race, class, gender, and power, while learning to examine their own lives and actions.

Leadership Development through Faith in Action
YAVs develop their leadership by serving in communities that are actively being marginalized alongside local people of faith responding to poverty, violence, and injustice in their communities, sharing the gospel through word and deed.

Vocational Discernment
Through theological reflection and spiritual practices, YAVs will participate in the process of vocational discernment-unearthing God's desires for each person's life and work.

Read New Orleans YAV Ashtyn's reflection on the program's core values. Enjoy!

The YAV program offers young adults the opportunity to volunteer for a year of transformational service. We do not want the lack of funds to deter young adults from exploring this call to service. Fundraising, through a variety of sources, allows us to sustain and grow the program, now and in the future.

It costs an average of $22,000 to support a YAV during a year of service. YAVs commit to individually raising a portion of that amount. For the 2019-2020 program year the goal is a minimum of $4,000 (for national service) and $5,000 (for international service). We also rely on other sources of income such as denominational PC(USA) support (including the Pentecost Offering), partner agencies which YAVs serve and a variety of other efforts.

YAVs are generally supported financially through their home congregations, presbyteries, campus ministries, family, friends and mentors. The individual fundraising total was significantly reduced several years ago to make the YAV experience more accessible to all young adults.

Why is it important for YAVs to participate in their own fundraising?

Fundraising plays a key role in helping YAVs create a network of support and connect their home community to their volunteer experience. YAVs are asked to invite others to walk beside them both through financial support and prayer.

The fundraising efforts reflect the belief that 'we do not go alone' and that we are called to be responsible stewards of our resources.

Does every YAV have to fundraise?

Yes. We ask all YAVs to participate in fundraising, but also recognize that communities have different capacities to financially support young adults. While many YAVs come from supportive faith communities, there are YAVs who might not be connected to a traditional church body. For that reason, there are worshiping communities within the PC(USA) who have committed to additional support for YAVs, both financially and spiritually. We also recognize the level communities are able to give varies. While this does not relinquish a YAV to seek a community of support during their volunteer year and fundraise, there are opportunities for additional assistance in terms of a YAV's fundraising obligation when considering a year of service.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, contact a YAV staff member for further details - Destini Hodges ( Destini.Hodges@pcusa.org)

What do these costs cover?

Direct financial support for a YAV is used for housing, food, transportation, a living stipend, medical insurance, travel, supervision and other costs, such as training and reflection events.

How can I make a gift to support a YAV?

Once YAVs are placed in a community, they will be given a special Extra Commitment Opportunity (ECO) number to share with supporters. Each gift must be clearly marked with the YAV's ECO number. All International YAVs have specific, individual ECO numbers, while national YAVs have a site ECO number related to the city in which they are serving. Learn more about opportunities to support YAVs.

Gifts can be made online or by sending a check to:

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A)
PO Box 643700
Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700

If you are interested in giving general support to the YAV program, please use the following ECO numbers:

(for gifts from individuals)
YAV - D500123(for gifts from congregations)

YAV a Year

If you, your congregation, Presbytery, or group are interested in supporting YAVs through the YAV a Year program, which creates a long-term, sustainable funding model for the YAV program, contact Destini Hodges ( Destini.Hodges@pcusa.org) for more information about joining in this effort.

What are you looking for in a YAV applicant?

Young adults! (ages 19-30)

A commitment to serving in culturally and religiously diverse contexts

Openness to exploring and deepening one's Christian faith in the context of community

Flexibility, curiosity, patience and a sense of humor!

The ability to adapt to uncertainty and ambiguity

A desire to be present with people and with God

How are YAVs placed?

Volunteers are placed only to sites where they apply. Through our mutual discernment process, the candidate's preference, the site's preference and the needs of our partners are considered. Candidates should be open to applying to a variety of states.

What do YAVs do?

YAVs are placed with a partner organization at each of our sites. Their work depends on the focus of the placement partner. Volunteers' interests and skills are taken into account when discerning a site placement. Volunteers engage in direct service, education and awareness, and advocacy.

Where do YAVs live?

Most YAVs live with fellow volunteers in a community house. Some sites have a host-family model. All YAVs will be active members of an intentional Christian community. All housing is arranged and provided by the YAV program.

Do YAVs get paid?

Volunteers receive a living stipend during the service year. The YAV program also provides housing, transportation to and from all events and meal costs. All costs associated with the program are covered.

What does it cost?

There is no volunteer fee to serve. YAVs do commit to fundraising a minimum of $4,000 (national placements) and $5,000 (international placements) for the year. YAVs fundraise to gather a community of support during the year. While each YAV must fundraise, we recognize different communities have varying capacities to give. There are additional options for financial and spiritual support if needed. Fundraising coaching provided!

Do I have to be Presbyterian?

No! YAV is an ecumenical program - volunteers from all Christian traditions are invited to serve. While most of our participants are Presbyterian, this is not a requirement, and we welcome people from all Christian backgrounds.

I'm not Presbyterian. Why participate?

The YAV program is a formational opportunity for young adults interested in practical faith-development and work experience. As a PC(USA) program, YAV seeks to be an open and affirming program celebrating diversity at all levels. We are grateful for the many different voices from various faith traditions that make our program deeper and stronger, as exemplified in our many partners throughout the country and our world. We fully believe it is a year of service for a lifetime of change.

What about student loans?

Volunteers may receive up to $250/month of assistance during their YAV year(s) through the Season of Service Loan Assistance Program.

What about health insurance?

If YAVs do not have access to health care, the program is able to provide coverage. The program does encourage participants to remain under their current coverage during their year of service, if possible.

Do I need to know another language?

No. Speaking another language may be helpful at some placements but is not a requirement. International YAVs may be provided with language classes as available. National site placements require conversational English. All YAV events occur in English.

When can I apply?

Important Dates to note are:

November 1, 2020
Applications open

January 1, 2021
Round 1-All sites available, early placement

March 1, 2021
Round 2-Most sites available, final date to apply to some international sites

June 1, 2021
Round 3-limited spots available

YAV Orientation 2022
August 21-24 virtual
August 25-28 in person

Need more info?

Please contact Andy Thomas at andrew.thomas@pcusa.org or call 1-800-728-7228 x5300. Follow us @yavprogram on social media!

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Young Adult Volunteers | Become a YAV | Presbyterian Mission

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No cost Virtual Program - Apply Now Ages 19 to 35 Virtual YAVs (VYAVs) will have the opportunity to work directly with Presbyterian Mission Agency leaders to learn how to do mission in partnership, engage in vocational discernment, and take part in leadership development training.