prayer, care & share
THRIVE
One-day evangelism training that equips young people to confidently share the Gospel and grow as followers of Jesus.
What is THRIVE?
THRIVE is a conference that equips young people to share the Gospel. Students are challenged to have a bold vision, and trained to pray for, care for and share the Gospel with their friends who don’t yet know Jesus.
Why THRIVE?
Following Jesus means growing in our relationship with Him, following His example and leading the way in sharing the Gospel. There are many reasons students don’t share their faith; by the end of THRIVE, we want to see those reasons gone. THRIVE helps students go deeper with Jesus by becoming leaders in advancing the Gospel in their circles of influence, because as they go, they grow.
Logistics
Run time
A one-day teaching intensive where we train your group in the foundations of advancing the Gospel.
Venue and numbers
Numbers depend on your hall or auditorium. In schools, THRIVE can run in a classroom.
Flexible format
Run THRIVE in your youth group, as a combined churches conference or as a Christian school resource. We tailor it to your needs and location.
Insurance
Word of Life holds liability insurance for THRIVE.
what leaders say
Testimonies
Youth ministers sometimes get caught up discussing whether youth ministry should be aimed at increasing maturity or promoting mission. THRIVE is correct in its adamant insistence that you can’t have one without the other. Martin teaches clearly from the Scriptures that ‘as you go, you grow’ and this rings true for us being on the other side of the training. Teenagers who stepped out in faith, engaging in Gospel conversations, now know better what it means to be a disciple of Christ.
Tim, Norwest Anglican Church
The THRIVE training day was both engaging and challenging, with the result being a group of teenagers better equipped to go and make disciples of their friends, and as they go, they grow! … The THRIVE training day has been the highlight of our year so far and has grown the youth in their confidence to share the Gospel of Jesus with their friends.
Mike, Epping Presbyterian
Word of Life ran THRIVE training with a small group of young adults. We learnt how to have intentional Gospel conversations with a simple and effective Gospel presentation outline. Individually, we also set a bold vision for personal evangelism. Finally, we got to put all that training into practice by going out to the local streets and having Gospel conversations with locals. … We now feel equipped to take the Gospel to those we interact with on a daily basis.
Kevin, Fairfield Baptist Church
The program that was delivered today explicitly taught students how to pray for and share the Gospel with their peers. It was practical, challenging and inspiring, and the perfect toolkit for equipping this generation of young people for the Great Commission. … Would highly recommend!
Alyssa, Pacific Hills Christian School
THRIVE training run by WOL was a great blessing to our church. The training was biblically rich, practical and simply inspirational. Martin is a wonderful trainer. … I left the training session wanting everyone at church to go through this training.
Mike, Merryland East Presbyterian Church
Frequently asked questions
How do I get THRIVE in my school or church?
Contact us by email or phone. Tell us who you are, where you’re from and your role, and our team will be in touch to work out logistics and dates.
How much does THRIVE cost?
The cost is set by our director and outreach coordinator. Contact us for a quote.
Do you run THRIVE in schools?
Yes. We work around the school timetable. School sessions usually run for 60–90 minutes.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations are discussed with our director, outreach coordinator and finance team. Please contact the office.
Do you need our audio-visual equipment?
Not unless it’s absolutely necessary. We bring our own screen, projector, speakers, cables, sound desk and computer.
Photography and videography
Word of Life takes photos and video at THRIVE for our website and social media. For church and youth groups, taking part means you agree to being filmed or photographed for these purposes. In schools, photos are edited so no student can be identified. If you have any concerns, please contact us before the event.
let’s talk
Want THRIVE at your church or school?
Tell us who you are, where you’re from and your role (pastor, teacher or leader), and our team will be in touch to work out dates and logistics with you.