Project Aims
1) Enable young people to get a good grasp on what Christians believe.
Many young people know (or at least think they know) the Christian viewpoint on social and ethical issues (for example, abortion, sex before marriage, euthanasia and homosexuality), but it appears that far fewer have a solid understanding of foundational Christian beliefs. (For example, why did Jesus have to die in order for our sins to be forgiven?)
2) Help young people understand and apply Christian doctrine within today’s pluralistic society.
Many young people are asking questions such as, “How does Christianity relate to other religions?” and “Is there one true belief-system or is it just a matter of finding the one that I prefer?” It is important that young people are aware of the uniqueness of Christ and can present a coherent Christian worldview as they dialogue with people whose beliefs differ from their own.
3) Equip young people in Christian apologetics.
There are many voices in society trying to convince people that the claims of Christianity are false or irrelevant. Young people need to be aware of the arguments and evidence for Christian belief, so they remain secure in their own faith and are equipped to “give a reason for the hope that is in them”.
4) Inspire and teach young people to engage with theology and apply it to everyday life.
Theology is not just for the elite, academic few - it is for everyone. It’s not simply a theoretical discipline with little relevance to everyday life – it is highly practical and of utmost relevance to everything. Young people need to be taught the skills needed to develop a theological framework, to ask difficult questions, to explore complex issues and apply what they learn to their own lives.
