Youth

At St Mary’s, we are passionate about young people coming to know, love and follow Jesus. We want to provide a safe place for everyone, no matter where they are at in their faith, to feel valued and accepted. We want to share the life-changing love of Jesus with young people and support and inspire them for a life of faith. Our aim is to invest in them as individuals, equip them with God’s word and encourage them to apply their faith to their daily lives and be open about their faith with their friends.

Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.  1 Thessalonians 2:8 

Events

Ablaze

On Sundays at 10:45 young people in years 7-11 meet together to share life, good times and the bible together. The session is led by our youth worker Jonny.

Remix

Our weekly community youth club runs from 3:15 - 4:45 at Glyme Hall. Come along for games, sport, a cafe and a chance to chat. Visit the remix facebook page for more information.

Spark

Our boys' midweek group meets on Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:30 and is a chance to read the bible together and build friendships. Email youth@stmaryscnorton.com for more info.

Impact

Our girls' midweek group meets on Sundays from 6 - 7:30 and is a time to chat, laugh, enjoy friendships and discover God's word. Email youth@stmaryscnorton.com for more info.

Take a Hike

On the second Saturday of the month, St Mary's organises a young peoples' Cotswolds hike starting at Chipping Norton School and ending at St Mary's Church hall where a big breakfast is served and there is a chance to hear a real life story of faith in God. Contact youth@stmaryscnorton.com for more information.

Mentoring 

Young people can meet up with an older christian for a coffee or an ice cream on a regular basis to chat and read the bible.

Socials

Film Nights, Kayaking, Hikes, Ten Pin Bowling, Nando’s, Sport, Fifa Competitions and more.

About our Youth Worker

Jonny, born and raised in Belfast, moved to Chipping Norton in August 2016. Having completed a degree in Economics, Jonny moved to Reading for two years, then married Katie, and moved to be the youth pastor at St Mary’s soon after. Jonny plays football for Milton under Wychwood FC and loves sport, food and country music. He loves spending time with Katie and is passionate about seeing young people come to know and follow Jesus.