The Animate Team are a group of young people who offer a year or more of their life to live in community and to work with over 10,000 young people in the Diocese each year.
The Confirmation programme is split into four stages guiding young people from introduction to discipleship.
The Youth Pilgrimage to Lourdes offers young people a unique shared journey of faith, service, and lasting friendship.
The Faith in Action Award celebrates young people living out their faith through service, reflection, and commitment to making a difference.
New Beginnings & Caring for Others
We offer themed day retreats for Year 6 pupils to prepare for high school or explore caring for others. Retreats help pupils reflect, build confidence, and grow in faith, using creative activities in a supportive environment.
Retreats, Missions & Weeks
From day retreats at Lowe House to in-school mission days and full mission weeks, we help students step back from routine, reflect on life and faith, and engage through workshops, drama, music, and personal stories.
Join Animate Youth for a transformative gap year where you’ll live in community, grow in faith, develop life and leadership skills, and inspire young people across the Archdiocese through retreats, missions, and creative ministry.
