Children’s Ministries
C.H.A.R.G.E stands for ‘Children Having A Real God Experience’ and is our primary Sunday morning children’s ministry for primary school aged kids. At Charge our children learn simple lessons about God and his son Jesus as well as participating in fun short activities. In addition every child who regularly attends is encouraged to invite an adult to become their prayer partner; someone who will pray specifically for your child throughout their years. Charge is a safe and fun environment for children to learn simple truths about God and experience the freedom of being able to ask questions about the Bible.
Youth Ministries
Uth@waratah is the umbrella under which all our youth ministries and training exist. Our vision statement is “A safe place for all youth and families to encounter God and know him personally.” Every youth leader is trained to know this vision statement off by heart and we like to think it flavours everything we do.
The Friday night program is run every week for both primary school and high school age children, with programs available prior to the commencement of each term. From 6:00pm till 7:00pm is Direction, a fun filled hour for primary school aged children. Then from 7:30pm onwards is Torch, a fun and relaxed hangout time for high school aged children.
Direction
Direction is our Friday night youth group and is tailored to primary aged school children ages 6-11. All children are welcome to join us in a fun filled hour between 6:00pm till 7:00pm.Youth nights consist of games, activities, supper, a short devotion, and prayer all designed specifically for primary school children. We have awesome fun at Direction as we encourage kids to Belong, Accept and Become.
Torch
Torch is our high school youth group. These nights also consist of games, activities, supper, a short devotion and prayer time. Unity and growth are emphasized in Torch, we encourage attendees to come and be a part of youth community as we learn and grow together. For those who show particular passion for youth ministry, Torch attendees are sometimes asked to consider enrolling in our junior leadership program where they can also come along to direction but as leaders. More info below:
Junior Leadership
Recruited by senior leaders from Torch attendees, potential future leaders get hands on experience in how to coordinate and run a youth night, prepare presentations and basic pastoral care and counselling skills. Junior leaders work alongside our adult Direction leaders as they get the chance to explore their potential. Junior leading is an excellent way for young people to grow their leadership skills in a safe and positive environment.