Here’s a list of questions we get asked that might help you!
Q: Is AWAKEN a church?
A: No, we’re a charity that exists to support young adults from lots of different churches. From Catholics to Charismatic, and Baptists and Anglicans – YOU ARE WELCOME TOO!
Q: What can I expect at AWAKEN?
A: We hope to encourage you in your faith whenever we meet. We’ll also provide lots of space and opportunity for you to meet other young adults. We welcome young adults from every Church and the wider community. Sometime during our worship and teaching times things might look a little different to your home church. We always will try and communicate what is happening, but if you have any questions please do ask one of the leaders.
Q: I’m exploring faith or I’m not a Christian, can I come to AWAKEN?
A: Yes, we often have young adults exploring faith or who want to meet other young adults. Sometime our gatherings involve prayer and/or singing. Please don’t feel you have to join in, and do ask a leader if you have any questions. Don’t feel you have to do what others are doing. We have folks from various backgrounds and church traditions, it doesn’t all have to look the same!
Q: Can I come to AWAKEN if i’m 16 (under 18)?
A: Our events and safeguarding policy covers young adults aged between 18-39. Our events are aimed at this demographic, there are plenty of other great church youth groups around for you to join in. If you do attend and are under 18 you must attend with a parent, guardian or youth leader and must remain with them the whole time.
Q: Can I come to AWAKEN if i’m over 40?
A: Our events are aimed at young adults aged between 18-39. There are plenty of other great church groups around for you to join in. To help maintain our community as young adults (unless you are on our team serving), we’d encourage you to find other communities within your demographic (The Somerset House of Prayer is a great all aged community).
Q: I haven’t got childcare, can I bring my children?
A: Our events are aimed at young adults aged between 18-39. We ask that you find childcare, or find an alternative community where you and your children can flourish, this means you can get the most out of the young adult event. It also keeps our gatherings for young adults. Sometimes content is shared that is sensitive or relevant for over 18s only and it is therefore not appropriate for youth to be there for. If you have a toddler or newborn, you can bring them, but please be with your baby/child at all times. If you have further questions please contact us by email.