Scripture Union Europe

To read, understand and live the Bible

Scripture Union activities include programmes for systematic Bible reading, children's ministries, families ministries, residential holiday activities and camps, work in schools, training activities, youth work, the publishing and distribution of Christian literature and audio-visuals. Some examples:

• We encourage children and young people to follow Jesus Christ in ways that are appropriate to their age, culture and background, taking special account of their home and family situation and level of maturity. Therefore we are committed to teaching basic Christian truths as an essential part of evangelism and to make every effort to communicate the Gospel in contemporary language and in ways appropriate to the context.

• We are committed to Bible reading which is thoughtful, prayerful and regular and which enables the reader to respond to the message of the whole Bible rather than to isolated passages. Therefore we prepare systematic programmes and materials for children, young people and adults, appropriate to their age and situation.

• Camps are great: Children and young people can observe Christians, the leaders can build relationships with the participants, and there is a great opportunity to give consecutive Bible teaching.