Farewell and Thank You, Karen!

It’s with a mix of sadness and deep gratitude that we say goodbye to our Staff Worker, Karen, as she moves away from the area. Karen has been an instrumental part of our team, and her impact on our work cannot be overstated.

From the very beginning, Karen poured her heart into building relationships with young people, creating a welcoming and supportive space where they could grow, learn, and have fun. Whether helping to run our regular projects and events, or simply being a trusted presence, she has played a vital role in shaping our community.

Karen’s leadership and dedication were particularly evident in our Summer Programs. Her hard work and vision made Camp-Not-Camp and The Lock In incredible experiences. She was also a familiar face at Reverb Café, always ready to lend a hand and bring encouragement to those around her.

One of Karen’s lasting contributions has been the creation of our ‘Prayer and Pancakes’ evenings—combining spiritual nourishment with delicious home made food  in a way that truly embodied the heart of our work. Behind the scenes, she kept things running smoothly, taking on much of our admin work, including registers, ensuring that every detail was taken care of with diligence and care.

During her time with us, Karen also continued to grow in her own learning, completing training in safeguarding, additional needs, and youth work—further equipping herself to serve young people in meaningful ways.

Karen, you will be truly missed. Thank you for all you have done to make this organisation what it is today. We wish you all the best in your next chapter, knowing that wherever you go, you will continue to make a difference.

With gratitude,

Tim & the Llandudno Youth for Christ team