Glow

Biblical and engaging teaching is a powerful opportunity to bring the bible to life and relevance for young people. With Glow we seek to find speakers who don’t simply speak well, but also can engage young people for the duration of their message.  

Hubs are interactive breakout sessions that last for 30 minutes. They provide young people with the opportunity to engage with the theme of the evening in a hands-on way. The number of hubs depends on the attendance, typically ranging from 3-4 at each event. Each young person can choose one hub to attend.  

Hubs are divided into three areas of interaction: Creative (for those interested in crafts and creating), Sports (for those who enjoy physical activities), and Discussion (for those who prefer in-depth conversations on the theme). These three areas cater to the interests and hobbies of most young people, regardless of their age or background. Various organisations and local churches are invited to plan and provide resources for each hub. 

Hearing testimonies from others can be transformative for the listeners. Glow aims to include at least one testimony from a young person who can relate to the experiences and challenges faced by the attendees. Testimony slots also provide an opportunity for young people to develop their public speaking skills. Depending on the experience of the speaker, they either speak independently or are interviewed by one of the hosts. 

Glow provides an opportunity for young people to engage in collective worship with their peers outside of summer festivals. The aim is to create a space where young people feel free to express themselves, embrace their emotions, and pray for one another. This requires careful cultivation, including selecting a worship band that is spirit-led and effective in engaging young people. It is also important to allow sufficient time for young people to relax into the worship experience. Initially, some may be hesitant, but as they become more comfortable, they will be more willing to express themselves. 

We aim to address the feeling of isolation that many Christian young people in the Southwest experience, as they often believe they are the only Christians in their area. Glow is a great space to meet new people, deepen faith and learn how to make an impact in your local community.

Glow is for ages 11-17 to come together to creatively explore faith in Jesus in community with Christians across Cornwall.

We’re grateful for The Engine House Redruth for the use of their facilities.

Address:
The Engine House Church, Elim Redruth, Cardrew Way Cardrew Industrial Estate, Redruth TR15 1SS

Yes! We’re proud to say that all of our volunteers are DBS checked and we have a designated safeguarding lead on site during the entire event.

Yes! At every Glow we have a designated First Aider, identified by a green lanyard. This individual will have, at least, a level 3 in emergency first aid certificate.

We provide a free small snack, but not a main meal at each Glow. We recommend that you eat something before hand (or pop to the local Mcdonalds after the event).

We want to hear your feedback on Glow. If you’ve been to one of our events, we’d love to hear your thoughts – send them to us at Glow@creationfest.org.uk

Still sitting on the fence about Glow? If you’ve got more questions about Glow or want more details on the upcoming Glow, please email us at Glow@creationfest.org.uk