atalyst (Tavistock) is a local charity which exists to share the Good News of Christianity by: offering a positive witness of Jesus, allowing young people to discover how being a Christian can have a real effect on daily life, and providing opportunities for a response. Catalyst also exists to support Christian young people within their school environment where, regardless of belief and background, they can feel safe, encouraged, cared for and supported.

Guy Airton (left) was appointed in January this year as a Catalyst Youth Worker working in Tavistock College to provide a resource in a variety of ways. His work includes one-to-one support, group work, PHSE activities, assemblies, class work, lunchtime clubs and support for staff.

As Trustees, we have been extremely pleased with the feed back that we have had both from the school, the young people and the local Churches about Guy's work. He has settled in really well and shown great initiative. If your Church has not yet met Guy, and you would like him to come and introduce himself, please contact him on 07528 293698.

Financial support comes entirely from local churches and individual Christians who give regularly. We are extremely grateful for all this support; however, in order for this important work to continue in the school and the local community, we do need to see giving increased. Would you be willing to have a fund-raising event for Catalyst, or are you having an event where you could run a stall in aid of Catalyst? We are also looking for at least a 100 people to become partners with Catalyst to pledge £10 per month. Of course, this is just a suggested sum, and we would be grateful for any support you would like to give. If you feel able to give please contact the Hon. Treasurer, Reverend John Weir, Goblins Green, Dousland, Yelverton PL20 6ND. (01822 852671).

DATE FOR YOUR DIARIES - There will be a service to celebrate all the Christian youth work that takes place in the area. This will be held on Friday 12th September at St. Eustachius at 7.30pm. If you or your church have youth workers, we would love you, and them, to come and be part of this service. For further information about this, or any aspect of Catalyst's work, please contact Graham Stoate on 01822 615847.