Soph will be starting work with UCCF as Relay Worker in August 2025.
Soph is doing Relay in Cardiff, supporting the Christian Unions in Cardiff Metropolitan University and Cardiff University.
Relay is a ten-month discipleship, training and mission programme run by UCCF, a charity which aims to give every student in Great Britain an opportunity to hear and respond to the good news about Jesus Christ.
Relay Workers equip, resource and encourage student Christian Unions whilst being discipled and trained by a member of UCCF staff.
Soph says...
Hey, I’m Soph! I’ve just finished my degree in Textile Design at Cardiff Met, and I’m so excited to be staying in Cardiff for another year to serve as a Relay Worker, supporting the Christian Unions across the city.
University is a place where so many are searching for identity and meaning, and I've experienced first-hand how vital the CU is in that space. When I first arrived at uni, I didn’t have a personal relationship with Jesus. But through the CU and joining a local church, I’ve grown so much in my faith and found an incredible community. God has used my time at university to teach me more about His grace, His character, and His plans for my life.
Over the past few years, I’ve seen the CU grow - in number, in boldness, and in its passion to make Jesus known. It’s been so encouraging to watch students come together on fire for the gospel and ready to share it with their friends. This year, I’ll be coming alongside students as they live out their faith at uni - supporting them as they share the gospel and grow in their walk with God. I’m excited to see all that God will do and to continue growing in my own faith as He shapes and equips me.
As I step into this new season, I’d love your support! Relay is fully self-funded, I’d be so grateful if you would consider partnering with me - first and foremost in prayer, and, if you’re able, financially as well.
I’d love to keep in touch, please sign up for my prayer letters or drop me a message to hear more about what God’s doing!
Pray for Soph
Prayer is a vital part of supporting Soph’s work with Christian Unions. Here are some prayer points from Soph:
- For the students in the CUs across Cardiff - that they would be bold in their faith and continue to be a light on campus
- For opportunities to build relationships and share Jesus with friends in my day to day life
- That I would trust fully in the Lord and His provision, and keep growing in my relationship with God
Partner with Soph
It costs on average £8,000–12,000 to cover the living and ministry expenses of a Relay Worker.
Having a team of people who partner financially and in prayer with Relay Workers means that they can:
- Encourage CU students in their faith in the Lord Jesus.
- Give biblically-grounded answers to students exploring Christianity.
- Support CUs as they seek to give every student the opportunity to hear and respond to the gospel.