Jubilee 2026
Celebrating 25 Years of Grace & Mission
"We celebrate 25 years of God’s faithfulness, rejoicing in the outpouring of His love and mercy. This Jubilee year is a sacred time to remember, give thanks, and glorify the Lord for the countless ways He has built and blessed the Jesus Youth mission in the UK."
Renewed in Love,
Radiant in Spirit.
Drawn from Luke 4:18–19 — Jesus’ own mission statement.
"Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit to a renewed, creative, and courageous outreach to the people of our time, especially the young people."
A Year of Grace & Gratitude
Rejoicing in the outpouring of His love and mercy for the countless ways He has built and blessed the mission.
A Spirit-Led Renewal
Rooted in the anointing of the Spirit, we embrace a new season of mission that transcends cultures and backgrounds.
Jubilee Initiatives
To mark this sacred milestone together, we have planned 8 key initiatives uniting us in prayer, fellowship, and renewal.
Regional Gatherings
We begin and conclude the Jubilee year with gatherings in all 8 UK regions, uniting members in prayer, fellowship, and renewal.
Marian Voyage, Walsingham Pilgrimage & Miles
Statue of Our Lady travelling across all 8 UK regions in October, culminating in our Annual National Pilgrimage to Walsingham.
Pilgrimage of the Jubilee Cross
The Jubilee Cross to travel across the UK. Smaller crosses distributed as personal reminders of reconciliation.
Eucharistic Adoration
'Awakening': Nationwide chain of adoration (Ash Wed - Pentecost). 'Date with the Lord': Scripture & Adoration to deepen intimacy.
Kerygma Mission
Equips every member to embrace daily missionary discipleship, sharing the Gospel within communities. A Unified Mission for New Evangelization.
National Eucharistic Procession
A solemn procession of the Blessed Sacrament across the UK in November, inviting communities to adore Christ and renew faith.
365 Masses
Creating a year-long spiritual tapestry of intercession. Each member will offer one Holy Mass in their local parish for JYUK intentions.
Jubilee Festival
A game-changing gathering at Warwick University (Aug 28-31, 2026). It brought together young people from across the nation for worship, inspiring talks, and spiritual renewal.
Fortnightly Reflections
Journey deeper into the Jubilee year with our fortnightly spiritual reflections. Each reflection offers prayerful meditations and insights to help you grow in faith throughout this sacred year of celebration.
What to Expect
- •Scripture-based meditations rooted in the Jubilee theme
- •Practical applications for daily Christian living
- •Prayers and points for personal reflection
Subscribe to receive spiritual nourishment directly in your inbox throughout the Jubilee year.
A Game-Changing Moment
“Renewed in Love, Radiant in Spirit” — calling us to a deeper renewal and bold witness.
The Jesus Youth UK 2026 Jubilee Festival brought together young people from across the nation for four days of faith, fellowship and spiritual growth at Warwick University.
Inspiring talks, uplifting worship, powerful testimonies and engaging workshops filled the weekend, alongside quieter space for personal reflection and prayer.
Many left having renewed their commitment to Christ and carrying friendships that will outlast the Jubilee year. The highlights video captures a little of what that felt like.
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Mark Kwaku Nimo
Chicago / Ghana
Director of Faith Formation. Ministered in over 40 countries. Vatican ICCRS rep.
Paul J. Kim
Austin, TX
International speaker, musician & comedian. Founder of Triumph Men’s Conference.
They ran, they fundraised and they went the distance for the Festival
Our runners took on the 5K, 10K, Half and Full Marathon at the Running GP Bedford Autodrome on Sunday, 2 August 2026, raising funds to bring young people together in faith and joy. See how they did — and you can still back a runner with a donation.
Get Set, Reset, Go.
It's Jubilee.
The official Jubilee song - an invitation to pause, reset, and rise again in the Spirit. A musical celebration of 25 years of grace, brought to life by Jesus Youth UK.
Watch on YouTubeLord, Renew us
and make us Radiant
Come Holy Spirit