Founded in 1867, Scripture Union is currently a global family of Christian charities working in over 120 countries. Our mission is to introduce children, young people and families to Jesus, helping them encounter God through the Bible and prayer, and to live with courage and hope.
Based in the UK, Scripture Union International supports this worldwide network of national movements, strengthening ministry and building long-term sustainability through community, partnership and collaboration.
Scripture Union International – part of God’s Big Story, introducing young people to Jesus and nurturing faith across the globe.
Young Entrepreneurs move from despair to hope
A ground-breaking project that grew from a response to teenage disillusionment in Burundi, is now being rolled out internationally with amazing results.
How did Scripture Union begin and who started the dynamic ministry to children and young people? Two Scripture Union International staff went on a hunt to unearth our roots… ... See MoreSee Less
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Scripture Union helps children learn about #GodsBigStory in ways they can understand. In Serbia the Skripta - Scripture Union Srbija team are praying that the children taking part in their events and clubs will grow strong in their faith. ... See MoreSee Less
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Staff and volunteers with Scripture Union Tanzania are excited about the success of a pilot school program in two areas of the country. They’ve heard stories of how young lives are being changed when they discover the truth about Jesus through the Bible. ... See MoreSee Less
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When you have nothing to eat and all the rest of your friends are enjoying snacks, what do you do? Ragel from Namibia explains how she made an unexpected discovery on her school break. ... See MoreSee Less
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How do we help children and young people discover what God is saying to them through the Bible? And how can we help them become disciples? As one of our legendary Scripture Union staff moves into a new stage, he reflects on how God has been at work over the past 50 years. #scriptureunion #walkingwithyoungpeople #sharingGodsBigstory buff.ly/GZcDZFa ... See MoreSee Less
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In German-speaking Switzerland Scripture Union has been pioneering a new outreach among children and young people through their Discovery Village program. Kids and families have a chance to build their own play area, alongside Bible-based activities and games BIBELLESEBUND SCHWEIZ Read more in Global Stories: buff.ly/X2hHr7L ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you anxious about the future? So many children and young people around the world are struggling with anxiety. Scripture Union continues to share God’s message of ‘living hope’. Jesus Christ is the solid rock for all of us who feel we are standing on sinking sand. #firmfoundation #globalweekofprayer #scriptureunion #unendinghope ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you being punished for your beliefs? Christians around the world know what it’s like to suffer for their faith. This week Scripture Union teams will be praying for people who are living in the middle of war, famine and political instability. Jesus Christ is the solid ground they stand on. #firmfoundation #globalweekofprayer #scriptureunion ... See MoreSee Less
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Does it feel like bad things and suffering are overpowering you? Whatever it looks like, we know that there is always hope and light shining through the darkest situations. Scripture Union teams are taking opportunities to challenge injustice and inequality and are able to share hope in the most hopeless places. #unendinghope #GlobalweekofPrayer #scriptureunion ... See MoreSee Less
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