22 Challenges for Young People

The Church of Ireland Youth Department has relaunched its FUEL resource ahead of Advent, to encourage young people to get to know more about God as they read his words in the Bible. FUEL leads each young person through 25 days of readings, running up to Christmas, with space to answer questions and to respond creatively

You will find two different documents containing ideas for advent prayer stations. These will require some preparation and set up, but teenagers will love engaging with prayer in this interactive manner.

Age: 12-18

Format: Word Document/physical prayer stations

Cost: Free

SU have produced this 3 part video series that provides a fresh perspective on the First Christmas and explores why it matters for us today.

Age: 9-14 year olds

Format: 3 x 7min videos with additional worksheets and activities

Cost: Free

The Bible Project have created a video series that can be used during advent. Each video ponders a different key biblical theme that was fulfilled in the arrival of Jesus: peace, hope, joy and love.

Age: Older teens or adults

Format: Video

Cost: Free