At the beginning of January, our team attended the National Youth for Christ conference, returning with a renewed sense of expectancy for what the Lord will accomplish this year. We heard inspiring stories of how God is moving in the lives of young people across the UK, and we believe that we will witness a great outpouring of the Spirit among the youth in our town. There is a palpable hunger within this generation, evident on the streets in Taunton as young people actively seek spiritual experiences.

As we embark on this new year, I am reminded of the original mandate given to Billy Graham in 1946 when he helped launch Youth for Christ. He carried a profound burden for our war-torn nation, yearning for a revival of faith. That same passion resonates within our team as we seek to reveal Jesus to the lost. The original Youth for Christ motto, "Anchored to the rock, geared to the times," remains crucial in today’s context. We are committed to being anchored in Jesus and the truth of His Word while creatively engaging with a generation that has little understanding of Him.

We stand at a pivotal moment where the need for hope and truth is greater than ever. As we move forward, we are determined to embrace our calling to reach out to young people with compassion and clarity. With faith in God’s power to transform lives, we look forward to witnessing His incredible work among the youth in our community this year.