Crusaders Christian Youth Movement
- Crusaders Christian Youth Movement
The Crusaders Christian Youth Movement is an interdenominational Christian youth group founded by a missionary Albert Kestin in the United Kingdom in 1900. The Crusaders Union was formed in 1906, and marked the start of the organisation. Crusaders celebrated their centenary at the Royal Albert Hall in 2006. Currently, 19,000 young people in Britain are a part of Crusader groups. With effect from January 1, 2007, Crusaders has adopted a new name and
Urban Saints.
Notable members
* Peter Broadbent, Bishop of Willesden
* David Jenkins, Bishop of Durham
* Maurice Wood, Bishop of Norwich
External links
* [http://www.crusaders.org.uk http://www.crusaders.org.uk]
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