Events & Retreats

Our events are designed to equip, inspire, and celebrate everyone who plays a part in ministry and youth work. Join us to connect with others, grow your skills, and be refreshed in your calling — we can’t wait to see you!

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  • Church of Ireland Youth Department

    Want to grow in confidence when opening up the Bible with young people? This session is for you.
    We’ll explore how to better understand Scripture — and how to explain it in ways that connect and inspire.

    🗓️ Thursday 27th November
    ⏰ 7–9pm on Zoom
    💻 Delivered by Scripture Union

  • Christmas Fair at Ovoca Manor

    We would love to invite you to Scripture Union’s Christmas Fair at Ovoca Manor on Saturday 6th December from 1-5pm.
    We have a selection of vendors selling some lovely gifts and Santa will be there until 3pm for family photos.
    All are welcome!

  • Crinken Christmas Tree Festival

    Come along and see the Christmas story told through trees decorated by Shankills’ local schools, businesses and organisations. We’re so excited to be joining in this amazing event this year!

    Friday 5th December 10am - 9pm
    Saturday 6th December 10am - 9pm
    Sunday 7th December 2pm - 8pm

  • Volunteers Retreat

    Scripture Union’s Volunteer Retreat is a chance to gather with friends, spend meaningful time with God and look forward to the year ahead. We’ll dive into the Bible, create space for honest prayer, and listen to what God wants to say and show us. Scripture will guide our time as we explore what it means to live from a place of deep connection with God.

    Dates: 9th-11th January
    Where: Ovoca Manor
    Cost: There is no fee for volunteers to attend. Instead, for those who wish to, you can make a donation to SU.

  • SU Camper Workshop

    Join us for an afternoon looking at the ‘Story of the Bible’ and the themes that run through it. We will go through the key moments of the whole story from Genesis to Revelation. Together we’ll see how exciting it is as we look at how great God is through the whole Bible! 

    Dates: 5-7pm, Saturday 17th January
    Who: 4th, 5th & 6th Years
    Cost: Free
    Where: Greystones Presbyterian Church

  • Momentum

    Equipping youth leaders and volunteers to thrive in their ministry.

    Dates: 6th-8th February 2026
    Cost: €90.00 (Subsidised Ticket Price €70.00 for students and unwaged)
    Where: Ovoca Manor, Avoca, Co Wicklow

  • Chaplains & R.E Retreat

    An opportunity to receive instead of giving, a time to ‘recharge the batteries’ and return to your school full of fresh ideas, energy and excitement.

    Dates: April 21st (Overnight Option Available)
    Cost: €20 Lunch Included
    Where: Densmore Lodge

  • Volunteer Celebration

    We want to take the time to thank you the team that make our mission possible. We are so grateful for your time, energy and joy that you pour into young people.

    Join us for an evening to reconnect with leaders, share memories, and enjoy an night of appreciation.

    Dates: Tuesday 4th November 2025, 7-8:30pm
    Where: Grosvenor Road Baptist Church

Contact us.

Email: camps@scriptureunion.ie

Office Telephone: +353 (0402) 35369

Postal Address: Ovoca Manor, Avoca Co. Wicklow Y14 TE27