Boys' Brigade 125th Anniversary

October, 2008 will see the 125th Anniversary of boys' Brigade. As well as celebrations, the Brigade hopes to use this opportunity for development, particularly in starting new BB Companies.

The Battalion 2008 Team will be looking at development opportunities in S E Essex, sending promotional material to churches and requesting the chance to meet to discuss how BB can support them in their youth ministries.

Publicity

We have produced car stickers (available from the Secretary) for members and friends to display.

Each company now has a "BB 125" banner to display on its church building or at events away from base.

The  Battalion has a banner to display at its events.

The Team are investigating

Posters - Fly poster drums and official Council notice boards

Local Press

Static displays in local shopping Centres / Libraries

Development

Starting in spring 2009:

Specific target list of churches who once had BB

General mailing to churches without structured youth work

Power Point presentation for use in such follow ups

BB Old boys online forum

Projects

Fund raising project for non associated charities - We hope to raise £ 1250. Suggested events include a curry evening, sponsored London / Southend bike ride, supermarket bag packing.

Response

If you would like to know more about the project or how BB could work in your church please contact Glen Johnson (Secretary).