A supernatural Youth community that is all about Jesus!

At IVY YTH we are committed to creating a place where young people can be honouring to everyone, be passionate about Jesus and grow in their relationships with God, their peers and the team. We meet through YTH Nights, groups, socials and monthly Centrals.

NXT GEN Night

NXT GEN Night is are an opportunity for the older youth and Hub  to come together hear a relevant talk, worship God, play great games, hang out and encounter the Holy Spirit. A perfect place to invite their friends along and for youth to discover their God-given giftings.

4th Monday of the month // Yr 9 - 13 // 7:30pm - 9:15pm // Didsbury

YOUNGER YTH

The younger youth will meet 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday of each month. Here they will have a the opportunity to find a community of young people of a similar age and grow in their relationship with God. Each week will begin with pizza around the table, followed by small groups / relevant talks and finishing with an all together game and hangout.

1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday of the month // Yr 6 - 8 // 6pm - 7:15pm // Didsbury

UPPER ROOM

The older youth (Upper Room) will meet 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday of each month. Here they will have a the opportunity to find a community of young people of a similar age and grow in their relationship with God. Each week they will connect to God in creative ways, that may be a worship session, practical sessions, Bible study or a talk. Each youth will be placed into a small group of around 3-5 young people to go deep in discipleship and what it means to follow Jesus as a young adult.

1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday of the month // Yr 9 - 11 // 7:30pm - 9pm // Didsbury

HUB

Hub is our Sixth Form and College group that meets weekly, with a focus on discipleship, and encountering Jesus through the Bible, fellowship and prayer. It’s a great place for 16 - 18 year olds to find a community and grow in their relationship with God. Each youth will be placed into a small group of around 3-5 young people to go deep in discipleship and what it means to follow Jesus as a young adult.

1st, 2nd & 4th Monday of the month // Yr 12 - 13 // 7:30pm - 9:15pm // The Rablen’s

SOCIALS

Socials are once a term and are the perfect space to build friendships and connections with one another. They’re an ideal opportunity to bring friends along and provide a taste of what IVY YTH is like.

Locations and times vary

SUNDAY MORNING

On Sunday mornings the youth will meet on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th Sunday of each month. Here they will have a the opportunity to find a community of young people grow in their relationship with God, make friends, eat good food, have Bible discussions, hear talks and play games. We will head out after the first worship song which is usually around 9:45am.

2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of the month // Yr 6 - 9 // 9:30am - 10:30am // Didsbury

As YTH leaders we are committed to serve the next generation so that they can be raised to be passionate followers of Jesus. We strive to create a safe place where young people can belong, grow and encounter God.

Luke Anthony

Hey everyone, I'm Luke and I have the awesome privilege of leading the YTH at Ivy Church. I have such a passion for young people to come to know Jesus and the transformation that brings. I'm married to Laura and we have 2 kids, Grace and Isaac.

Passion

We are all about Jesus and therefore want to develop passion for God, worship and the word to foster discipleship in the YTH.

Honour

We create an environment where YTH and team have honour and respect for everyone.

Relationship

We build relationships with God, our peers and the team.

What is Ivy YTH?
Ivy YTH is the youth ministry at Ivy Church for 11 - 18 year olds. We are committed to creating a place where young people can grow in passion for God and develop their relationships with Jesus.
Is it free?
Our Group Nights and YTH Nights are free to attend. There will be tuck available to purchase, we usually suggest to bring £1.50. In the weeks we do Socials these will be ticketed at the cost of the activity and we endeavour to minimise these costs as much as possible.
Will food be available?
There will only be tuck available to purchase. It is recommended that your young person(s) eat before they come.
Who’s on the team?
All our team is made up of faith filled, passionate about youth discipleship and DBS checked leaders.
How will my child be dismissed from Ivy YTH?
For a Group Night and YTH Night parents will pick up their young people at 8:30pm. For Socials details will be given depending on the activity.
What should parents do on an Sunday evening?
Didsbury centre is only a short walk away with lots of places to eat and drink. Alternatively, you can head back home and enjoy some peace and quiet.
What is the general flow of an NXT GEN Night?
On a YTH Night we will open the doors at 7pm and have a short period of hangout before we get stuck into the word, wonders and worship. Following the service we will end with more hangout time and finish at 8:30pm for the parents pickup.