Another big week in local schools

This week has been one of those weeks that reminds us just how grateful we are for the relationships we’ve been able to build with our local secondary schools.

On Tuesday we had the privilege of running a rewards day for around 50 Year 7 and 8 pupils iside Ysgol Aberconwy. With the help of a fantastic team of volunteers, we transformed the day into a mixture of Nerf Wars, dodgeball, pillow fights, and small-group team-building games. It was incredibly hot, but that certainly didn’t stop the young people throwing themselves into every activity! It was a great atmosphere throughout the day, and we were delighted to hear how pleased the Head of Year was with how everything went.

Then on Thursday we were back at Ysgol Aberconwy for another rewards day, this time with around 40 Year 9 and 10 pupils. We split the group in two, running everything twice so everyone could take part. The sports hall was full of dodgeball, pillow fights again, then we added 4 Square and 9 Square (sport for people who don’t do sport!), before everyone came together for a big quiz to finish the session. As always, the games were only part of the story. The opportunity to spend time chatting with young people, encouraging them, and continuing to build relationships with pupils staff is what makes these days so valuable.

In the middle of the week on Wednesday we were also back at Ysgol John Bright for one of our regular detached lunchtime sessions. We spent time outdoors playing games, hanging out with pupils, and catching up with familiar faces. We also had the chance to check in with one of the Assistant Heads, who was again encouraging about the work we’ve been doing in the school this year.

Looking back, it’s hard not to be thankful for what God has been doing through our schools’ ministry over the past year. We’ve had the opportunity to lead assemblies, take lessons, run projects such as The Influence Project, support Christian Union events, deliver large rewards days like these, and spend time meeting with teachers, pastoral teams, and senior staff.

Each of those opportunities represents something much bigger than an event. They represent trust, partnership, and growing relationships. We are very encouraged by our connections with Ysgol Aberconwy, Ysgol John Bright, and St David’s College, and we’re excited to see where those relationships lead in the coming year.

Thank you again to everyone who volunteers, prays, and supports this important work!