Archery, climbing and night walks were among the activities for a group of young people who have spent four fun-filled days in the Dales. Sorted, which is a BMO Fresh Expression of church in North Bradford, had a successful residential at Scargill House just before school restarted.
There was slip-and-slide in the sunshine and karaoke laughs in the evening giving everyone a chance to shine and feel involved.
It meant that some who would not be able to get away in the Summer had a great adventure and for others an opportunity to be away from home for the first time.
Revd Canon Tracy Milne said: "It’s been a fantastic few days and lots of time for fun and conversations while we were on walks or playing games or round the bonfire. We kept them busy with lots of activities and lots to choose – something for everyone. We also had teaching from the Sorted team every day helping our young people to consider God moving in their lives and how they might respond. 
"It can’t be underestimated the difference it can make for an inner-city young person to be able to go to the safety and beauty of the Yorkshire Dales with all the space and freedom on offer. We are really grateful for Scargill hosting us again and for all those who support us both in prayer and financially."
Sorted has been going for nearly 20 years, operating as part of the wellbeing teams at Delta Hanson and Immanuel College, the two big schools in the north of the city.
In term time, it offers after-school clubs, and Friday night socials attracting large numbers of young people, many of whom live with significant challenges. Some of those start to ask life’s big questions and go on a faith journey which happens especially at Sorted on Sunday nights.
Sorted relies on a team of trained volunteers who enable all to feel safe and have fun.
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