Parent category of all story categories
By Nicole Barnard I wonder if, like me, you had been living comfortably under the illusion that you were in control of the small details of your day to day life? Then lockdown happened and we had to learn a new rhythm. Just as we had settled into a new routine, the rug was pulled […]
Clinging to hope when the world seems out of control Read More »
What’s a spiritually inspiring gathering someone could hold in their living room? Or of course, during these times, over Zoom? Five Agapé UK staff members, past and present, share their ideas… You can quite easily adapt the below ideas, for gatherings over Zoom. I have loved hosting Christianity Explored (an informal course about what it means
Sharing Jesus in your Living Room (or over Zoom!) Read More »
By Sean Wood Jemina studied Russian language at Cambridge University. When the third year arrived, it was finally time for her to embark on the adventure that is studying abroad! ‘I was quite nervous arriving in Russia for the first time. I had never been there before and therefore didn’t really know what to expect. I
God use me? On my year abroad? Read More »
This article first appeared in the Winter 2007 edition of MOVE Magazine. Agapé UK sent a team of graduates to help others discover Jesus in the Middle East. However, they readily admitted it hasn’t been easy. It’s been hard to start conversations that continue, and hard to make relationships that stick. However, whenever they throw
Partying with the King of the Universe Read More »
By Charis Fergusson Have you ever wanted to share the hope you have found in Jesus with a friend, but held back for fear you don’t know enough? I have, many times. I graduated from one of the top universities in the world a few years ago and still vividly remember how daunting it felt
What do I need to know to share my faith? Read More »
Once you have confirmed your overseas academic placement with your university or college, get in contact with us at globalmissions@agape.org.uk to find out whether we can connect you with an Agapé team in the location where you will be going to study. Feel free to also contact us with any questions that you might have. You
What’s the process for applying to do Agapé UK Study Abroad? Read More »
By Christine Daniel We married in church, because that was ‘the thing to do’ and it was a happy wedding day. But marriage turned out to be much harder than we could have imagined. Three months in, Mark announced: “I’m not sure I want to be married and I’m not sure I want to be
How Our Marriage Got Turned Around Read More »
By Melissa Crutchfield Over the course of our lives, each person’s identity is being formed and shaped through individual experiences, relationships, culture, media, and the world around us. We are constantly seeking to define who we are in any way that we can. David Benner, a psychologist and author of the book, The Gift of
By Jennifer Wallace 10pm. It has been raining for a while and it is surely too cold for Southern Europe. Charlotte is smiling at the soaked crowd in front of her, occasionally leaning forward to ask one of the refugees to repeat their name as they stretch to pass ID papers up into the Portacabin. Tonight she is
Discovering Jesus in a Refugee Camp Read More »
By Caitlin Cousins Going to university is honestly one of the weirdest times of your life. I had the added stress of studying in two places and so definitely have experience with dealing with the madness. My first year hit me hard. When I look back to photos I see how little I was caring
Five Top Tips to Live Well at Uni Read More »
Do you want to be part of inspiring people to discover Jesus together?
Our team work in cities across the UK. We have opportunites for you to join us on a full-time, part-time, or volunteer basis, and also offer internships and gap year programmes for recently-graduated students and school leavers. Find out more by clicking below.
