Youth and children's ministry

St Matthew's has a variety of groups for children and young people on Sundays.

For further details of any children's groups, please contact Tash.

For further details of any youth groups, please contact Paulo.

During Sunday Services (10.30 -11.45)

We aim to give children and young people a deeper understanding of the great love of God and the message of the Bible through stories, games, discussions and activities. We also encourage the children to feel like part of a community of believers and to support and help each other as we spend time together.

There are always resources at the back of church for families with children during every service. Groups go out during the service as follows:

Lighthouse 5-10 years (Primary)

The session usually involves a game, a Bible story, and an opportunity to talk about what this means on our faith journeys. There will also be a drink, a biscuit and a range of activities.

Ignite: 11+ years (Secondary)

This group of young people meets on Sunday mornings at St Matthew’s. It is a place for young people to hang out with friends, explore their Christian faith and apply their faith to real life, through fun and creative activities such as art, games and discussions.

Third Sunday of the Month

There is Messy Church on the third Sunday of the month from 3-4pm. This is a chance to come and encounter a Bible story through messy play and activities. The activities are targeted for families with children aged 0-10 years.

There is also an Ignite social on the third Sunday of the month. Please contact Paulo for more details.

Please note, on the third Sunday, there are no groups during the Sunday morning service because of Messy Church and the Ignite Social. There are always resources at the back of church for families with children during every service.