Between April and June 2026, Scripture Union are Taking the Pulse of ministry amongst children, youth and families. We'd love your input!
We’re asking parents/carers, youth/children's workers, church leaders and even Bishops and congregation members for their views and experiences about this ministry area. The findings will be available at the end September, with the aim of informing ministries across the UK, to make outreach and discipleship of under-18s even more effective.
Share your views by taking part in our survey today.
Got questions? Check out our Research Information sheet or email Dr. Sarah Holmes, SU's Lead Researcher.
BE THE FIRST TO HEAR THE FINDINGS
We're launching this year's Taking the Pulse findings with a FREE online event. Join us on Monday 28th September 2026 (12-2pm) or Thursday 1st October (7:30-9:30pm), where we'll share key insights, trends and practical implications to support your ministry.
>> Secure your place today!
By joining this free online event, you will:
✅ Get exclusive early access to national research
Be among the first to see insights gathered from across the UK on ministry with children, young people and families – before they’re widely released.
✅ Understand what’s really happening on the ground
Go beyond assumptions and hear what parents, youth workers, church leaders and others are actually experiencing right now.
✅ Take away practical ideas you can use immediately
Discover clear, actionable takeaways to strengthen your outreach and discipleship with under-18s in your context.
✅ Shape your strategy with confidence
Use real data, not guesswork, to inform decisions, prioritise resources and plan next steps in your ministry.
✅ Be part of something bigger
Join others from across the UK who are passionate about seeing children and young people explore faith and grow in Jesus.
Perfect for church leaders, youth and children’s workers, parents and anyone passionate about reaching the next generation.
Email Dr Sarah Holmes (Lead Researcher) if you have any queries about Taking the Pulse.
Discover Scripture Union
Taking the Pulse is a research project from Scripture Union. But what do you know about SU? We're more than you expected!
Our mission is clear: to reveal Jesus to the next generation. We equip churches to reach children and young people – especially those outside the church – wherever they are, and in ways that truly connect. Because every young person should have the opportunity to discover Jesus. And too many never will.
We been doing this for generations. Discover how you can make the most of our experience as you reach out to the next generation.