Today I got to visit Oxygen, which is a YFC centre in Kingston.

I went to see Richard, the Director, who is a great friend and has loads of ideas and innovative methods. Rich is amazingly one of those guys who always seems to have time for people and yet, if you look at all the projects he is overseeing, it is hard to see where he finds that time. It is also great to see someone so full of energy and passion, still wanting to attempt new things to reach out to those who need to be reached. To use Hirsch’s terms – a guy that has his Christology, Missiology and Ecclesiology in the right order. I think many of us can learn loads from people like Richard. So, you can probably guess, spending time there today was just a complete pleasure.

Oxygen just seem to have masses of exciting things going on, from work in the Korean community, to bands nights, work in schools, drop in cafes, sports teams and more. Have a look at their website to check stuff out. It is even more amazing when you realise that all of this has been achieved by the tem in just three years. It’s amazing what can happen if you follow God’s lead and have the courage to step out and take that risk.

It was great today to be able to meet some of the team who were all clearly committed to taking the gospel to young people. They were full of life and enthusiasm. That’s one of the things I love about YFC, the fact that we are able to work with young people who give their time and take the risk of being involved in mission. Even now, after over 15 years in youth ministry, I still get excited when I see young people putting themselves on the line for their faith. I guess it’s one of the reasons I work with YFC!

Anyway friends in Kingston … thanks for a great afternoon. There is a little gift for you Oxygen boys here !