Theology Think Tank
Should we wait for non-Christian kids to come to church, or should we go to them?
How can we engage with their culture and walk alongside them like Jesus did for us?
Join us online for our upcoming Think Tank as we critique the '“incarnational model of youth ministry”.
Tim is the Director of Llandudno Youth For Christ, Wales, and has been a full-time youth worker for over a decade. He studied at Oxford University, Oak Hill and Cliff College. He hosts the multi-award-winning blog www.youthworkhacks.com. Tim is passsionate about training and speaks on youth work at events across the UK.
Register in advance for zoom meeting details:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApdOqvqjkrGdH7osQr5WbfiOn0NJL7wu8G
College Information Night
Do you want the best education for effective children’s and youth ministry? Come along to meet faculty and students, and find out more about studying at Youthworks College. We can't wait to see you there!
When: Mon 21 Oct, 5:30-6:30pm
Address: Youthworks College Campus | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown
Or join online via zoom. Please register to receive your zoom link.
Open Day
Come along to our campus in Newton to experience a day in the life of a student at Youthworks College!
CCE Information Night
Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for FUTURE or CURRENT Christian Teachers to engage the hearts of children and young people with the gospel.
ON CAMPUS at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
And ZOOM LIVESTREAM
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
"I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School
CCE Information Night
Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for FUTURE or CURRENT Christian Teachers to engage the hearts of children and young people with the gospel.
ON CAMPUS at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
And ZOOM LIVESTREAM
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
"I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School
June Theology Think Tank
Why do so many young people drop out of faith and what can families, churches and youth and children's ministries do about it? Since 2020, Al James has been thinking about, talking about, writing about and researching faith that lasts beyond high school. This think tank will be a great opportunity to wrestle with the youth ministry and church practices that, under God, correlate with lasting faith - drawing especially on recent research using 2021 NCLS data.
CCE Information Night
Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for Christian Teachers to deepen their theological and gospel expertise either BEFORE, DURING, or AFTER gaining a teaching qualification through a government approved teacher education course.
On campus at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
"I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School
Book Launch - Australian Evangelical Perspectives on Youth Ministry
This book is a unique contribution to the study of children's and youth ministry, displaying the rich theological thinking that is developing amongst Australian evangelical scholars. Many of the writers have previously presented at the Youthworks "House" conference, which promotes "theological reflection for best practice in youth and children's ministry in a community of youth and children's ministers."
The themes explored in this book are vitally important to pastors seeking to nurture young people as disciples of Jesus. Thirteen evangelical scholars answer questions such as: How can biblical theology shape a young person's view of themselves? What is the biblical definition of church and how does this shape our understanding of intergenerational gatherings, family, and community? How should young Christians interact with the culture around them? And how do biblical teachings on sin, grace, and wisdom provide young people with the resources to live in today's world?
You will be challenged to reconsider how theology and exegetical study of the Bible can mold your priorities, principles, and presumptions as you exercise ministry to and with young people.
2024 Graduation Night
The Faculty and staff of Youthworks College warmly invite you to attend the 2024 Graduation.
MONDAY 11 MARCH 2024 from 7:00pm
The Marcus Loane Hall
Moore Theological College
Entry via 10 Carillon Avenue Newtown
Please RSVP using this link https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/2024-graduation-rsvp-mjqytav13da9eh/
Foundations of Children's and Youth Ministry unit
In 2024 the "Foundations of Children’s and Youth ministry” unit is being offered as a series of regular online zoom sessions (approx. 13). The unit will run across semesters 1 & 2 beginning fortnightly on Tuesday February 20, 2024, from 5:00-6:30pm (AEST) with breaks coordinated for NSW school holidays.
YWC Information Night
Do you want the best education for effective kids/youth/young adults ministry? Come along to meet faculty and students, and find out more about studying at Youthworks College. We can't wait to see you there!
When: Mon 23 Oct
5.00-7.30pm
Address: Youthworks College Campus | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown
Register your interest here: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/z1i35wdd0tdqpkt/
Theology Think Tank
YOUTHWORKS COLLEGE THEOLOGY THINK TANK | 19 OCT 7:30pm - 9pm
Topic: Top-down and bottom-up: Analysing and healing a fracture in youth, children and family mission and ministry.
Speakers - Robin Barfield and Gareth Crispin
When: Oct 19, 7:30PM - 9PM, Via Zoom
Join us for our next Theology Think Tank on 19 October. Robin Barfield and Garth Crispin discuss the topic ‘Top-down and bottom-up: Analysing and healing a fracture in youth, children and family mission and ministry.’
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqfuGrqjojGNfFLWvj0xCiIvYijSApXK0g
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
CCE Information Night
Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for Christian Teachers to deepen their theological and gospel expertise either BEFORE, DURING, or AFTER gaining a teaching qualification through a government approved teacher education course.
On campus at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
"I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School
August Open Day
Come along to our campus in Newton to experience a day in the life of a student at Youthworks College! Join in the children’s and youth ministry class, get a tour of the campus, meet students and faculty, and discover how you can receive the best education for effective kids/youth/young adults ministry.
Can’t make the whole day? Just drop in at any time.
When: Tues 22 Aug
9am-3.30pm
Address: Youthworks College Campus | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown
CCE Information Night
Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for Christian Teachers to deepen their theological and gospel expertise either BEFORE, DURING, or AFTER gaining a teaching qualification through a government approved teacher education course.
On campus at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
"I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School
CCE Information Night
Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for Christian Teachers to deepen their theological and gospel expertise either BEFORE, DURING, or AFTER gaining a teaching qualification through a government approved teacher education course.
On campus at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
"I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School
Theology Think Tank and Children’s Ministry Masterclass
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY MASTERCLASS & YOUTHWORKS COLLEGE THINK TANK | 11 MAY
We’re excited to be hosting Ed Drew from Faith In Kids UK for two events on Thursday 11th May.
• Children's Ministry Masterclass – 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Topic: Raising Confident Kids in a Confusing World
“Who am I? Who is the real me? How can I tell?”
It is not only teenagers and adults who are asking these questions, but the children in our families and church ministries as well. In this Masterclass workshop, Ed Drew will take us through the importance of instilling in children their primary identity in Christ, and how that impacts the tricky questions that children are facing in our culture around friendship, sex and gender.
Who should attend? This workshop event is specifically designed for vocational Children’s Ministers and other ministry staff who want to help children and their families grow in their identity in Christ and how that expresses itself in the world.
• Networking opportunity - 4:30-5:30pm - Light refreshments served
• Youthworks College Theology Think Tank – 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm DINNER INCLUDED
Topic: Church and Family - Partners in Children’s Faith Formation
The effective passing down of faith to the next generation occurs in partnership between a household that intentionally engages in faith-formative practices with young people, and a community of believers who engage in reciprocal relationships between the generations. In this seminar, Ed Drew will walk through key insights from recent research into faith transmission and how church leaders can be facilitating effective discipleship of young people in the church and the home.
Who should attend? This lecture style event is for Children’s and Youth Ministers and other ministry staff to help us think through how the partnership between households and local churches can best work together to grow the faith of young people.
May Open Day
Do you want the best training for effective kids/youth/young adults ministry?
Join us for our online open night find out more about studying at Youthworks College. Join in the Q and A at the end to answer all your questions.
"It didn't take me long to love studying at Youthworks. Since day one, I have been filled with joy and thankfulness for the community and fellowship at college. We get to encourage each other, learn together, grow together, and be equipped for ministry together. But the best thing I have loved about college is how I have grown personally; not just my knowledge, but in my love for God - for who He is and for all that He has done. It really has been so so great and can't recommend it enough!" - Jamie Post 2nd year student.
CCE Monday Info Night
"Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for Christian Teachers to deepen their theological and gospel expertise either BEFORE, DURING, or AFTER gaining a teaching qualification through a government approved teacher education course.
On campus at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
""I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School"
CCE Tuesday Info Night
"Looking for a career as a school teacher? We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings. Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for Christian Teachers to deepen their theological and gospel expertise either BEFORE, DURING, or AFTER gaining a teaching qualification through a government approved teacher education course.
On campus at Youthworks College | 16 Carillon Ave, Newtown 5:30-6:30pm
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
""I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School"
Theology Think Tank - Feb
Dave Fagg will be speaking on the topic: "Christian Chaplaincy." Thursday February 16th 7:30pm on zoom. Dave has finished a PhD on chaplaincy and the studied the lived experiences of chaplains in Australia.
He will raise questions such as: 1. How do Christian chaplains understand the place of their faith in their role and how is this expressed? and 2. How do they negotiate the ban on proselytising in state schools? This seminar will have implications for chaplains in state schools, chaplains in independent schools, and community chaplains.
Register here https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdu2qqTopHtWHOdXaC1B2-xTawoEHBROz
Centre for Christian Education - Info Night
Looking for a career as a school teacher?
We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings.
Whether you're yet to start your teaching qualification at uni, or part way through, come and find out how the the Centre for Christian Education provides pathways for Christian Teachers to deepen their theological and gospel expertise either BEFORE, DURING, or AFTER gaining a teaching qualification through a government approved teacher education course.
On campus at Youthworks College | 2-16 Carillon Ave, Newtown
5:30-6:30pm
RSVP form: https://youthworks.wufoo.com/forms/m1gyg2vo1f15fvb/
"I am so grateful for the theology stuff that I did, it was a great foundation. I use that all the time. I think that doing some theology before you do your teaching degree is great, because when you start teaching, you really get snowed under. Youthworks College prepared me brilliantly to be a Christian teacher.”
Matt Low, Youthworks College graduate and teacher at Shellharbour Anglican School
Centre For Christian Education Info Night - MONDAY
Looking for a career as a school teacher?
We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings.
Centre For Christian Education Info Night - TUESDAY
Looking for a career as a school teacher?
We need more Christian teachers in our schools who are equipped with gospel expertise for contemporary school settings.
October Open Night
Do you want the best education for effective kids/youth/young adults ministry? Come along to meet faculty and students, and find out more about studying at Youthworks College. We can't wait to see you there!
"It didn't take me long to love studying at Youthworks. Since day one, I have been filled with joy and thankfulness for the community and fellowship at college. We get to encourage each other, learn together, grow together, and be equipped for ministry together. But the best thing I have loved about college is how I have grown personally; not just my knowledge, but in my love for God - for who He is and for all that He has done. It really has been so so great and can't recommend it enough!" - Jamie Post, 2nd year student.
5.30-7.00pm
Youthworks College
2-16 Carillon Ave, Newtown NSW
IASYM Conference
Calling all researchers, teachers, students, and reflective practitioners in children's, youth, and young adult ministry, in and near Australia and New Zealand...
Join us in Sydney from 5-7 October for the ANZ Regional Conference of the International Association for the Study of Youth Ministry.
Details, registration, and call for papers are open at https://iasym.org/aus
Theology Think Tank
Join us for our Latest Theology Think Tank. Register for the event here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlc-2pqjwqHdwhjRIVj0xOmkXuIbOtlG_0
August Open Day
Come along to our campus in Newton to experience a day in the life of a student at Youthworks College! Sit in on children’s and youth ministry class, get a tour of the campus, meet students and faculty, and discover how you can receive the best education for effective kids/youth/young adults ministry.
Can’t make the whole day? Just drop in at any time to find out about College from faculty and students.
June Online Open Night
Do you want the best training for effective kids/youth/young adults ministry?
Join us for our online open night find out more about studying at Youthworks College. Join in the Q and A at the end to answer all your questions.
"It didn't take me long to love studying at Youthworks. Since day one, I have been filled with joy and thankfulness for the community and fellowship at college. We get to encourage each other, learn together, grow together, and be equipped for ministry together. But the best thing I have loved about college is how I have grown personally; not just my knowledge, but in my love for God - for who He is and for all that He has done. It really has been so so great and can't recommend it enough!" - Jamie Post 2nd year student.
May Online Open Night
Do you want the best training for effective kids/youth/young adults ministry?
Join us for our online open night find out more about studying at Youthworks College. Join in the Q and A at the end to answer all your questions.
"It didn't take me long to love studying at Youthworks. Since day one, I have been filled with joy and thankfulness for the community and fellowship at college. We get to encourage each other, learn together, grow together, and be equipped for ministry together. But the best thing I have loved about college is how I have grown personally; not just my knowledge, but in my love for God - for who He is and for all that He has done. It really has been so so great and can't recommend it enough!" - Jamie Post 2nd year student.