Pastor Dave Brackenridge in the Media
Dave Brackenridge is a Scottish pastor, church planter, author and Christian leader. He serves as Senior Pastor of Home Church Scotland and CEO of British Youth for Christ and is the founder of Rookie Rockstars. Dave and the organisations he leads have been featured by STV News, Metro, Glasgow Times, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and other national media, with his work also recognised by the Scottish Parliament and UK Parliament.
Featured in the Press
Pastor Dave Brackenridge and Home Church Scotland Featured on STV News
STV News featured Pastor Dave Brackenridge and Home Church Scotland in a national television report examining church growth, baptisms and the increasing number of people turning to Christian faith in Scotland.
Pastor Dave Brackenridge Featured in Metro: The Growth of Christianity Among Gen Z
Metro interviewed Pastor Dave Brackenridge about Home Church Scotland, church growth, Christian faith and the increasing interest in Christianity among younger generations across the UK.
Home Church Acquires Historic Mackintosh Halls
A rare set of 120-year-old Grade A listed buildings designed by celebrated architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh have been officially handed over to Home Church Scotland.
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Features Pastor Dave Brackenridge and Home Church Scotland
The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association featured Pastor Dave Brackenridge discussing gospel impact, church growth, baptisms and the remarkable growth of Home Church Scotland.
Scotland's Jack Black?
Dubbed "Scotland's Jack Black" for his high-energy, School of Rock-style approach, Dave Brackenridge uses music and performance through Rookie Rockstars to help kids build confidence, self-esteem, and resilience.
Commended in Parliament for Phenomenal Effort
The Scottish Parliament formally congratulates Rookie Rockstars and commends the phenomenal efforts of founder and CEO, Dave Brackenridge, in supporting children's mental wellbeing.
UK Recognition by Westminster
An Early Day Motion tabled at the UK Parliament in Westminster recognising and commending the outstanding work of Rookie Rockstars and its founder Dave Brackenridge in supporting children's mental wellbeing.
Dave Brackenridge Appointed CEO of British Youth for Christ
Dave Brackenridge has been officially announced as the new CEO of British Youth for Christ, stepping into the role to lead their national mission of taking the good news to young people across Britain.
Press Biography
Pastor Dave Brackenridge is a Scottish pastor, church planter, author and international Christian speaker. He is the Senior Pastor of Home Church Scotland, one of the fastest-growing multi-site churches in the nation, having grown from around twenty people to over one thousand across twelve locations in under seven years. He also serves as CEO and National Director of British Youth for Christ, leading a national mission to reach young people with the gospel.
Dave is the founder of Rookie Rockstars, an award-winning charity recognised by both the Scottish Parliament and the UK Parliament for its impact on children's mental health and education. A former frontman of the Christian rock band Royal Foundlings, he is also the founder of Home Radio, Scotland's 24/7 Christian radio station. He is the author of Walk the Word, a devotional series, and Growth Blockers, a book on church growth and leadership. Dave speaks at churches, conferences and leadership events across the UK and internationally.
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Scotland's 24/7 Christian radio station. Founded by Dave Brackenridge, Home Radio broadcasts around the clock, bringing you the best in Christian music, encouraging teaching, and uplifting conversations to soundtrack your day.
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In 2023, several articles published claims about comments made by Pastor Dave Brackenridge concerning Humza Yousaf and Rishi Sunak. Some of those claims were factually inaccurate and attributed statements and beliefs to Dave that were not expressed in the sermon. The complete sermon record establishes what was actually said and its context.
Read the full factual clarification