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We're passionate about helping local churches thrive in their crucial task of nurturing the next generation for the glory of the Lord Jesus.

At Growing Young Disciples, we aim to provide both encouragement and practical support, uniting parents, volunteer leaders, churches, and full-time gospel workers in a shared mission: to cultivate and strengthen our children’s and young people’s relationship with God.

Join us in this thrilling and eternally significant endeavour, as we equip and fortify those dedicated to discipling the emerging generations to Christian maturity.

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Youth group nights are often full of life: football, table tennis, snacks, crafts, chatter. It’s loud, chaotic, and fun.
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Annual Residential Conference​

Join us for a dynamic conference experience packed with inspiring speakers, practical workshops, networking opportunities and rich ministry support.

5–8 January 2026. Yarnfield Park.
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Training Academy

Embark on a transformative journey with our Seminary-level training in children’s, youth, and family ministry.

The GYD Academy 2025 bookings are now open.

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Short Training Courses and Days

Convenient options designed to fit into busy schedules, covering a variety of topics relevant to children’s and youth ministry.

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Bespoke Training Events

We understand that one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why we offer customized training events tailored to the unique needs of your organization or church.

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Where we serve

Growing Young Disciples serves primarily across the United Kingdom and Ireland, yet our reach extends far beyond borders. Through our innovative online platforms, our training programs are accessible to anyone, anywhere in the world. Join us from the comfort of your own home and become equipped to make a lasting impact on the next generation, no matter where you are.

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Strengthening Gospel-Centred Leaders for Lasting Ministry
The GYD Forge exists for people like you: those leading from the front, building behind the scenes, and pouring themselves out for the discipleship of children, young people, and families.

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Conference 2026

5–8 January 2026.

Yarnfield Park.

Join us for a dynamic conference experience packed with inspiring speakers, practical workshops, networking opportunities and rich ministry support.

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Fortify

Encouraging, training and equipping volunteers.

Local Church Training Courses​

In-person or online training for your church.

Mentoring

A bespoke one-to-one programme to nurture and develop children’s, youth and families workers at any stage in their ministry.

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Seminary level training in children’s, youth and family ministry.

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Consultancy Services for Children's, Youth, and Family Ministry

Empowering Churches to Nurture Future Generations

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Explore our blog for articles to encourage, excite and equip you in nurturing the rising generations for Jesus.

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Our Articles section offers in-depth explorations of key topics in ministry, blending theological insight with practical application. These longer-form pieces are designed to provoke thought, inspire faithfulness, and provide actionable wisdom for those seeking to disciple children and young people in an ever-changing world.

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FAQs

The Forge is an online training and resource platform from Growing Young Disciples. It exists to strengthen and support children’s, youth, and family ministry leaders. It is more than a content library. It is a place of sharpening and growth, where gospel depth meets practical wisdom for real-life ministry.

It is for anyone involved in discipling the next generation. Whether you are a full-time youth pastor, a Sunday school volunteer, a church leader, or a parent who wants to think more deeply about gospel-shaped ministry with young people, The Forge has been built with you in mind.

You will find biblically rich training videos, downloadable resources, safeguarding templates, risk assessments, leadership tools, and teaching materials. There is also an online community space where you can connect with others, ask questions, and find encouragement.

The subscription is yearly. You can pay £200 up front, or spread the cost with monthly payments of £20. Either way, you are signing up for a one-year commitment. After that, you are free to cancel at any time.

The subscription covers your whole church team, so anyone involved in children’s, youth, or family ministry can access the training resources and downloads. However, only the named subscriber will be registered for the online community area. This is to help us keep that space safe, purposeful, and well-connected.

No. A subscription gives access to your local church team only. Resources must not be shared, copied, or distributed to anyone outside your church. If content is shared beyond these terms, access to The Forge will be withdrawn. We take this seriously in order to protect the integrity of the platform and ensure fairness for all.

Yes. The Forge is a living platform, not a static archive. New resources are added throughout the year, including training videos, downloadable tools, and leadership materials. We are always listening to what churches need and developing fresh content in response.

Yes. This is one of the most common requests we receive. The Forge includes a growing set of short, practical training videos with built-in discussion questions and leader notes. They are ideal for use in monthly or termly team meetings.

Yes. If your church is facing a particular challenge or needs support in a specific area of ministry, we would love to hear from you. The Forge exists to serve the local church, not to replace it. We are here to help.

Yes. While the platform is built on a conservative evangelical and reformed theological foundation, it is designed to serve churches across a wide range of denominations. The resources are biblically faithful, pastorally wise, and practically adaptable.

We would be happy to show you around. Send us a message and we can arrange a preview or talk through how The Forge could serve your team.