- school years 10-13 (those aged 14-17 as at 1 Sept 2011)
Matt Costley, India Sunderland and Andy Watkins head up Older Youth with a fantastic team. Leaders from all over the world (the team includes leaders from Germany, Australia and South Africa), ranging from students to high-flying investment bankers, congregate every weekend to lead the Youth programme.
Fridays
The Older Youth meet fortnightly on Fridays during term time for 'Breathe', nights of worship, great talks, & small group discussions. 7:30-10pm fortnightly at HTB Brompton Road
Sundays
The 16:30 service at HTB Onslow Square is aimed at Older Youth and Students, and the Older Youth are encouraged to come along each week and get involved in hosting the service and running the café. 4:00-6:30pm weekly at HTB Onslow Square
Annual Events
Throughout the year the Older Youth are involved in various events, often joining with HTB's Younger Youth or other Youth groups.
PENTECOST 2012 – Friday 18 May
Pentecost 2012 promises to be one of the highlights of the year. It is a big gathering of London churches celebrating Pentecost in worship, prayer and unity. Last year thousands gathered at the O2; this year we descend upon Earl’s Court – a little closer to HTB! Worship will be led by Hillsong, HTB and Jesus House and Nicky Gumbel, Gary Clarke, and Pastor Agu will be hosting the night. We would love all of you to attend, and your families as well!
DETAILS: We want all of you to obtain your tickets through us - PLEASE ONLY BUY TICKETS THROUGH US! We will all be together with the Hillsong Youth and others on the floor level standing room area. We have pre-purchased a large number of tickets for us all – tickets are £6 each – email Andy on andy@htb.org.uk to buy a ticket. Cheques payable to ‘HTB’. Friends very welcome!
FOCUS 2012 – 21-27 July
Focus is our church’s annual week away together. This past year was undoubtedly the biggest and best Focus ever, and we had a great week with the youth. We very much hope that every HTB Youth member will come (ie you!), so please do save the dates. Booking is open already – earlybird discounts available if you book before end of September.
SOUL SURVIVOR 2012 – 12-17 August
Each summer we take a large group of Older Youth to Soul Survivor, a huge Christian youth festival in Somerset. Last year we had a great time camping with thousands of others and the whole group grew in their faith. We will be taking a group again this year (open to those currently in years 9-13 only) to week C – Sunday 12–Friday 17 August - and would love it if you are able to come with us. More information is avilable by emailing youth@htb.org.uk