What’s one of the greatest milestones in the history of Crusaders?
One of the greatest milestones, I think, is the fact that this movement has been around for 100 years. There’s probably no single moment in the history that stands out to me. For the last 100 years, we’ve had thousands and thousands of faithful leaders and volunteers that have given so much of their lives to tell hundreds of thousands of young people and children the good news of Jesus. And I think this is really something to celebrate. Knowing that those men and women have passed on the baton to us, and expect us to keep doing that for the decades and centuries to come.
After 100 years, why did Crusaders decide to change its name to ‘Urban Saints,’ and what does it stand for?
We felt that it was time for a change. We’ve been Crusaders for 100 years, and we’re breaking into our second century. There was a real sense that God was refreshing the movement that we are coming into a new season, and a new season needed a new name. And I guess what lies in our hearts is that we want to see young people follow Jesus and become like Jesus and be agents of change and transformation in their world.
The name ‘Urban Saints’ stands for a young person who is living a life of faith, hope, and love. As you are a part of the Urban Saint movement, you could be an Urban Saint, following Jesus with His mission and bringing the good news of Jesus to wherever you are, and whoever you connect with. Editor’s note: Crusaders will operate under the name Urban Saints starting 1 January, 2007.
What’s the greatest challenge of reaching out to young people in today’s world?
