--- title: "Students Inspired at Summer Festival 2026: Behold" url: "https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-07-13-students-inspired-at-summer-festival-2026-behold" school: "St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College" --- **Tel:** 01388 603246 **Email:** admin@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk # Students Inspired at Summer Festival 2026: Behold ![Image of Students Inspired at Summer Festival 2026: Behold](https://files.schudio.com/st-john-s-catholic-school-sixth-form-college-3/images/news/747324753_1448244447323163_3170318687120209035_n.jpg) 13 July 2026 ### A Celebration of Faith, Friendship and Hope A group of Year 9 and Year 10 students from St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College recently attended the annual **Summer Festival** at Emmaus Youth Village, organised by the Youth Ministry Team. This year's festival was centred on the theme **"Behold"**, encouraging young people to recognise God's presence in their lives, embrace new opportunities and respond courageously to the challenges and possibilities before them. ### A Day of Inspiration and Reflection Throughout the festival, students participated in a variety of engaging activities, listened to inspiring speakers and enjoyed uplifting music. The day also included the celebration of Mass with Bishop Stephen, who encouraged those present to live with faith, hope and courage. ### A Powerful Rosary Walk One of the most memorable moments of the festival saw more than 300 young people take part in a Rosary Walk. Students journeyed together in prayer and reflection before gathering at the new Grotto of Our Lady at Emmaus Youth Village. The experience served as a powerful reminder of the importance of faith, community and shared spiritual journeys. ### Responding to God's Call The message of **Behold** challenged students to open their eyes to God's presence, recognise opportunities for growth and service, and face the future with confidence and determination. It was a truly uplifting day filled with friendship, prayer, reflection and joy. A huge thank you goes to the Youth Ministry Team and the staff who generously gave their time to support the visit and make the experience possible. ![](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/images/746042148_1652350575856668_5960361258201597687_n.png.jpeg)![](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/images/744169907_1448244433989831_4663340158414308508_n.jpg) [Catholic Life](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/catholic-life) [ Little Shop of Horrors Wows Audiences at St John’s Catholic School](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-07-10-little-shop-of-horrors-wows-audiences-at-st-john-s-catholic-school) [St John’s Students Enjoy Unforgettable Wimbledon Experience ](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-07-14-st-john-s-students-enjoy-unforgettable-wimbledon-experience) ### Events & News - [Key Dates](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/key-dates) - [News](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/news) - [Newsletters](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/newsletters) - [Term Dates](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/term-dates) ![St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College](https://files.schudio.com/st-john-s-catholic-school-sixth-form-college-3/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College Woodhouse Lane Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6JT 01388 603246 01388 609988 - [About](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/our-school) - [Documents](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/our-documents) - [Events](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/key-dates) - [Links](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/links) - [Vacancies](https://bhcet.org.uk/job-vacancies) - [Contact](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/contact) - [Sport](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/sport-p-e) - [Privacy Notices](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/privacy-notices) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stjohnsrc/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/st_johns_eagle/) © Copyright 2025–2026 St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stjohns.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)