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BB REFLECTIONS The Boys Brigade plays a significant role in the mission and outreach of over 1450

and young people each week building positive relationships seeking to share the Gospel in a relevant and

= 1,450 CHURCHES ACROSS BRITAIN = 50,000 CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE This Annual Review shares just a

THIS EDITION CONTAINS BB Reflections A Year in pictures National Competitions This has been an

A large number of Companies have shown a significant increase in members, but at the same time many

It is very rare that a Company closes due to lack of young people, but finding sufficient adult

Diamond Jubilee Baton Relay The year marks Her Majesty s Diamond Jubilee and the Brigade was delighted

The Queen s reply was then transported in a silver baton throughout the British Isles to be received at

The baton was first used in 1935 to bring greetings to Her Majesty s Grandfather on the occasion of His

On its journey the baton was carried by members of all ages and on a variety of different modes of

2 BB REFLECTIONS The Boys Brigade plays a significant role in the mission and outreach of over 1450 churches throughout the British Isles where dedicated adult volunteers work with over 50,000 children and young people each week building positive relationships seeking to share the Gospel in a relevant and meaningful way. = 1,450 CHURCHES ACROSS BRITAIN = 50,000 CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE This Annual Review shares just a small amount of that ongoing work. To see the BB in action, then visit your local Company. THIS EDITION CONTAINS BB Reflections A Year in pictures National Competitions This has been an interesting and varied session. A large number of Companies have shown a significant increase in members, but at the same time many groups have continued to struggle and a number have closed. It is very rare that a Company closes due to lack of young people, but finding sufficient adult volunteers in some areas is a real issue. Diamond Jubilee Baton Relay The year marks Her Majesty s Diamond Jubilee and the Brigade was delighted that our Patron agreed to receive the annual Loyal Greeting in person at Balmoral Castle in August. The Queen s reply was then transported in a silver baton throughout the British Isles to be received at Brigade Council in London. The baton was first used in 1935 to bring greetings to Her Majesty s Grandfather on the occasion of His Silver Jubilee. On its journey the baton was carried by members of all ages and on a variety of different modes of transport including by bicycle, foot, boat and even a milk float. Ten Percent in 22 We are embarking on a campaign to increase our numbers by ten percent in the next session. Many Companies have already signed up and are looking at how to promote BB in their community to recruit additional young people and adults. International Opportunities RIGHT, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM: Mid Ulster, Northern Ireland. Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Manchester, England. Inverness, Scotland. HM The Queen at Balmoral Castle, Scotland. ABOVE: The Baton FOLLOW US AT /theboysbrigade THE BOYS BRIGADE ANNUAL REVIEW 21-22

Jubilee Weekend Over the weekend of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations members of The Boys Brigade got

Concert at Buckingham Palace, lighting of the National Beacon and the Carriage Procession and Service

Outside of London, Companies and Battalions held special camps and holiday as well as Jubilee Teas,

Seniors Activities Seniors in Scotland had the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities

Remembrance Sunday Members from across the UK paraded at the National Service of Remembrance in

Firm Foundations Around 750 young people and leaders attended the festival at Felden Lodge in May.

run to win A Year in Pictures 05 BB at Number 10 Alex Watling 133rd London was part of a group of

local communities to carry the Olympic Torch on its journey across Britain.

Jubilee Luncheon in Leicester attended by Her Majesty, The Duke of Edinburgh and the Duchess of

05 Turning Point The theme of More than Gold attracted 250 to Turning Point at Belfast Battalion s

3 Jubilee Weekend Over the weekend of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations members of The Boys Brigade got involved in a range of activities including the Jubilee Pageant on the River Thames, Diamond Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace, lighting of the National Beacon and the Carriage Procession and Service at St Paul s Cathedral. Outside of London, Companies and Battalions held special camps and holiday as well as Jubilee Teas, Lunches, Fun Days and Street Parties. Seniors Activities Seniors in Scotland had the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities including a football tournament involving over 100 Seniors from 8 Battalions and a visit to Copenhagen. Remembrance Sunday Members from across the UK paraded at the National Service of Remembrance in Whitehall in November. Firm Foundations Around 750 young people and leaders attended the festival at Felden Lodge in May. The theme of Greater than Gold was based on 1 Corinthians 9 v 24 and challenged young and old alike to run to win A Year in Pictures 05 BB at Number 10 Alex Watling 133rd London was part of a group of young people attending a round table discussion in the Cabinet Room at 10 Downing Street for BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat. The young people were given the opportunity to talk about what inspires them to get involved in voluntary work and social action. Olympic Torch Relay The Brigade was delighted that many of our volunteer leaders were chosen by their local communities to carry the Olympic Torch on its journey across Britain. Along the route BB Companies have been out in force cheering on the torch bearers as it passed through their communities. 09 Lunch with the Queen Thomas Ogleby, 5th Leicester was selected to represent The Boys Brigade at the Jubilee Luncheon in Leicester attended by Her Majesty, The Duke of Edinburgh and the Duchess of Cornwall. Get up and Go the ultimate prize. 05 Turning Point The theme of More than Gold attracted 250 to Turning Point at Belfast Battalion s activity centre at Ganaway to experience a fantastic weekend of worship, activities and challenge for young people and their leaders. During the year the Brigade continued its support of the work of three national charities Asthma UK, WWF and Barnardo s. The aims of Get Up and Go are to raise awareness, raise money and to get involved. Companies have responded in one way or another and so far over 16,000 has been raised for the charities. Scottish Conference Over 100 leaders from all over Scotland were present in March to witness the launch of new promotional materials and the newly commissioned Impact Study THE BOYS BRIGADE ANNUAL REVIEW 21-22

BAND COMPETITIONS National Band competitions were held in Scotland and England and

Opportunities For many years the Brigade has provided opportunities for international

links members from Deddington, Kings Sutton and Chipping Norton Companies travelled

The 7 th Northampton Company has for many years been involved with Basic School

Nine members have recently returned from the latest visit to Ocho Rios having

John Lewry and Owen Creese-Smith represented the UK and Republic of Ireland at the

Next Step E Senior Football Winners 42 nd Dundee F Table Tennis Winners 44 th Glasgow

Countries attended the study session Next Step: taking participation and

4 BAND COMPETITIONS National Band competitions were held in Scotland and England and showcased the very talented young people of the Brigade. NATIONAL COMPETITIONS CONGRATULATIONS! National competitions are held each session to add to Company programmes and give members a picture of the wider Brigade. A D A Chess Winners 1 st Cheam B Badminton Winners 1 st Largs International Opportunities For many years the Brigade has provided opportunities for international experiences for its members either through national projects or Company based initiatives. Young Leaders in Kenya Behind Tourism Company Visits Building on Anglican parish links members from Deddington, Kings Sutton and Chipping Norton Companies travelled to Mmabatho in North West South Africa. The 7 th Northampton Company has for many years been involved with Basic School provision in Jamaica. Nine members have recently returned from the latest visit to Ocho Rios having refurbished the kitchen and dining areas, had gas fitted and built a linking walkway at Exchange Basic School. C Junior 5-A-Side Winners 2 nd Gourock D Masterteam Winners 4 th & 5 th Kilmarock B E John Lewry and Owen Creese-Smith represented the UK and Republic of Ireland at the recent young leaders workshop hosted by BB Kenya. Next Step E Senior Football Winners 42 nd Dundee F Table Tennis Winners 44 th Glasgow C F David Scott 1st Crumlin Company together with over 30 other young people from 12 Countries attended the study session Next Step: taking participation and intercultural dialogue to the next level organised by the European Fellowship. PAGE HEADER: YOUNG PEOPLE AT NEXT STEP TOP RIGHT: TEAM IN NORTH WEST AFRICA The Brigade s International Project focuses on BB work in the Eastern and Southern Caribbean and a party of ten young leaders has just returned from the Regional Camp in Tobago. Following on from the visit the team aims to arrange a visit of a group of young people from the Region to the UK and Republic of Ireland in summer 23. FOLLOW US AT /theboysbrigade THE BOYS BRIGADE ANNUAL REVIEW 21-22

promotion of habits of Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self-Respect and all that tends towards a true Christian Manliness.

CF24 2AT Tel: 9 28 3555 YOUR COMPANY S PHOTOS... We are always interested in what activities your groups are taking part in.

5 The Boys Brigade Patron: H.M. The Queen Vice Patron: The Archbishop of Canterbury President: The Lord Griffiths of Burry Port Chief Executive: Mr Steve Dickinson Our Object The advancement of Christ s Kingdom among boys and the promotion of habits of Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self-Respect and all that tends towards a true Christian Manliness. MOTTO Sure & Steadfast - Hebrews 6:19 Headquarters UK & Republic of Ireland Felden Lodge, Felden, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP3 0BL Tel: Fax: enquiries@boys-brigade.org.uk Scotland Carronvale House, Carronvale Road, Stirlingshire FK5 3LH Tel: Northen Ireland Rathmore House, 126 Glenarm Road, Larne BT40 1DZ Tel: Wales 58 Richmond Road, Cardiff CF24 2AT Tel: YOUR COMPANY S PHOTOS... We are always interested in what activities your groups are taking part in. If your group has been up to something special then we would love to see some creative images that you may have captured. Please us some of your favourite photos using the address below and we may include them in the next edition of the Annual Review. We look forward to hearing from you! PHOTOS TO enquiries@boys-brigade.org.uk Republic of Ireland Unit C1 Nutgrove Office Park, Nutgrove Avenue Rathfarnham, Dublin 14 Tel: Registered COMPANY / Charity The Boys Brigade is a Company limited by guarantee, registered in England & Wales number A registered charity in England and Wales (305969) and Scotland (SC6) Design Vision Tank -

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BRIGADE CONFERENCE 2016 ASSEMBLY BUILDINGS CONFERENCE CENTRE 2-10 Fisherwick Place, Belfast BT1 6DW 2 nd 4 th September 2016 #belfastconf16 SATURDAY PROGRAMME 10.00 Welcome Opening devotions: Very Rev