Youth

Sunday 10.30am

Discipleship teams meet in the youth rooms (basement) during the 10.30am service. Come along if you are in school years 7-13 and be inspired to love God and transform our communities.

Every second week year 10 & up sit together with leaders in the 10.30am service then stay for lunch & activities to 1.30pm. Activities will vary but expect food, sports, laughs and the chance to talk about and apply the message from the service. Leaders will communicate with groups about activities, food etc.

VIBE

Teen After School Hangout

Fridays 3:15pm – 6:00pm

480 Ti Rakau Dr Golflands

Young people in our community are going through a wide range of issues from bullying, body image, life changes and social pressures to name a few. We don’t pretend to have all the answers but we can be present – and in a lot of cases – this is all a young person needs to find their way through such a pivotal time in their lives.

We have found that in a local community, there is a need for young people to have a positive environment to go to when schools knock off for the day. Right now “after school hangouts” or engagement activities are proving to be a great way to connect with local teenagers in our community.

What this generally looks like is having a sporting activity, loud music and food – the universal languages for any young person. It is a relaxed environment where they can unwind, have fun and engage with our team. Over time, trust is built and young people inevitably start opening up and asking questions about topical issues in their world. Our teams are there to listen and be a consistent encourager in their lives and support them to make positive choices.

Activities include:

Gaming
Tutoring
Free Wifi
Study Area
Basketball Court
Food and Drinks
Poetry
Music
Relationships with caring adults to mentor them and invest in their lives

ENGAGE

Years 7-8 come along to the youth hall from 6 -7.45pm. This is a night of awesome activities and challenges followed buy a message about our amazing God. Bring a friend and enjoy a great night out.

Years 9-13 meet upstairs in the auditorium from 7.30 -9.30pm. Chillax, share, reflect & pray as we journey together.

For more information on all these events, contact Donavan at donavan@stcolumba.org.nz.

Going for a ride in the youth van? We'll need your consent form.