

Teens tend to seesaw between being extremely busy or stating they are extremely bored. The teen years are an important time of life for being active and socialising. Have a browse to see what’s on in your area.
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Youth attend the beginning of the service before going to the hall to meet. They are back in time for communion. |
St Hilda's, Island Bay |
(04) 383 8547 |
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Youth Group |
Thursday nights is a chance to have fun together, taking part in various activities and events. On Sunday mornings, the group meets during the service time for some bible study and prayer. |
St Michael and All Angels, Kelburn |
(04) 934 9338 |
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Youth Group |
The youth group travel to other parts of the Archdeaconry to take part in the youth programmes of the larger churches. Once a month they have a social activity based from Saint Matthew’s Church. The group involves people from the community, outside the church congregation. |
St Matthew's, Palmerston North |
(06) 355 2254 |
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Impact |
A Sunday group for teenagers during the morning service. |
Churton Park Anglican Church |
(04) 478 4099 |
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Impact Live - Youth Service |
A service focused on the youth of the congregation and church. |
Churton Park Anglican Church |
(04) 478 4099 |
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Meltdown |
Study and activities suitable for this age group are run during the Sunday morning service. |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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Vive (Youth Service) |
A youth focused service that includes worship, teaching, prayer and a coffee break in the middle. All are welcome. |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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Tuesday Prayer |
The Tuesday prayer group believes there is no better way to start the day than with prayer and coffee. The group meets for prayer, silence and worship before heading to Marsden Village Café for coffee and a quiz. |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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College Age Study Group |
A fun night for the college age crew with games, activities, quizzes, bible study, discussion and plenty of time to enjoy each other's company. Coordinated by a great team of young leaders, you never quite know what you're going to get! |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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Friday Night Club |
The youth group meets at the St John's hall on Friday nights at 7.30pm. |
Wainuiomata Anglican |
(04) 564 1323 |
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Pauas (Youth/Children's Choir) |
Meeting directly after the 9.30am service/Sunday school, this youth choir meet for about 30 minutes to practice. Parents are welcome to watch or have tea in the hall during practice. Anybody who loves to sing is welcome. The choir will sing for special occasions in the parish. |
St Andrew's, Plimmerton |
(04) 233 9781 |
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LIME (Life Is More Exciting) |
LIME provides an opportunity for the youth to meet and socialise together in the Church lounge. They do some study and explore their faith, and every so often will help lead a youth service in the evening. |
St Mark's, Pukerua Bay |
(04) 233 9781 |
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Kiwi Crew (Senior Youth Group) |
A Youth Group for secondary school aged children. Children have a chance to meet and take part in activities (videos, games) together, then some time for prayer and learning. |
St Cuthbert's, Eketahuna |
(06) 375 8853 |
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Monthly Camp |
Once a month for the weekend or for a few days in school holidays the youth get together for a camp. They pitch a tent in the domain, or find a spot close to the hills and spend the time having fun in each others company. |
St Cuthbert's, Eketahuna |
(06) 375 8853 |
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Side Door |
A Youth Group setting, including a service and prayer, for young people in the parish. |
St Matthew's, Masterton |
(06) 378 8589 |
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BLAST Teen Bible Study |
Blast is a teen focused, Sunday morning bible study that aims to educate teenagers with a sound biblical teaching and understanding of the bible. It also functions as a discipleship group. |
St Luke's, Waikanae |
(04) 904 3018 |
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Fusion |
Meeting once a week, Fusion’s mission is to infuse the youth of today with passion for God’s ministry, give them a sound biblical teaching, and have fun while serving the Lord and each other. They believe that youth are not just the church of tomorrow, but a vital part of the church today, and need to be supplied with the tools to build their faith and that of the wider community. Meetings are informal, designed to be open to everyone, including people without a background in the church. |
St Luke's, Waikanae |
(04) 904 3018 |
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Youth Group |
Members of the youth group share Bible study, pastoral care, and time together as a social group. On a Sunday morning they will join the adult ‘break out’ session. |
St Mary's, Whitby |
(04) 234 7088 |
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Life Group |
After-school group which includes learning, practical activities (such as cooking for Habitat for Humanity build), and band practice. |
St Mary's, Whitby |
(04) 234 7088 |
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Hot Chocolate Club |
Time to grab a hot chocolate and share fellowship and faith. Bible readings, discussion and a whole range of fun activities specially designed for our young people in a comfortable lounge setting. Shared craft days and festivities with our other younger members and family services helps to maintain a greater sense of belonging. |
St Alban's, Eastbourne |
(04) 562 6269 |
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Eastbourne Youth Worker Trust |
A meeting place for young people to meet in a safe environment to talk, enjoy organised games, sport, music and to socialise. St Alban’s has a member on the Trust and makes an annual donation to show its support for such a community based venture. |
St Alban's, Eastbourne |
(04) 562 6269 |
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Chocolate Munchers |
A place for teenagers and young adults to meet and study together. They are currently exploring the Old Testament through the lens of Jesus – looking at what the Old Testament would have meant to Jesus and his disciples. |
St James', Lower Hutt |
(04) 569 6737 |
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DAFT (Dramatic About Faith Things) |
A youth group where the focus is being active and having fun together. The meetings end with a brief reflection and prayer time. |
St James', Lower Hutt |
(04) 569 6737 |
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High School Bible Study |
A led bible study for teenagers interested in finding out more about their faith. |
St Augustine's, Petone |
(04) 568 5309 |
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Youth Group |
Social time. |
St Philip's, Stokes Valley |
(04) 563 8069 |
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Youth Group |
An organised youth group for high school students to socialise and talk about their faith. |
St Michael's, Newlands/Paparangi |
(04) 478 0970 |
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Youth Group |
A youth group for high school students to meet, socialise and discuss their faith. Held on alternate Sundays (rotating with the ‘Omega’ group) but not during school holidays. |
St Anne's, Northland/Wilton |
(04) 475 9085 |
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Youth Group |
Take a closer look at where God wants you to be. We expect questions, not answers... Snacks provided. A Bible based youth group time. |
All Saints', Onslow |
(04) 970 1121 |
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Youth Group |
Be entertained, eat, relax: no preaching, no pressure. Stay on if you choose to from 9.30 – 10.00pm for contemporary Christian music. From 7.00-9.30 there is a barbeque and movie. |
All Saints', Onslow |
(04) 970 1121 |
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Choice |
‘Choice’ is designed to be a thinking group programme for Intermediate and College age youth based around bible study and fellowship. The intention is that each young person after their time with us will know that they have a ‘choice’ in life, to choose to follow Jesus or drift in life with the secular world. Meetings include a bible study session. There are occasional special events such as the Youth Tramping Retreat. |
St Mary's, Levin |
(06) 368 5987 |
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Steadfast Youth |
‘Steadfast Youth’ is essentially a praise and worship youth group, where youth break in to small groups for focused teaching sessions. The aim is not to entertain, but provide opportunities for youth to encounter and grow closer to God. |
Christ Church Wanganui |
(06) 345 7723 |
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Youth Group Morning Prayer |
An opportunity for those at Tararua College to meet on a daily basis for prayer before school begins. |
St Peter's, Pahiatua |
(06) 376 7434 |
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Youth Group |
An opportunity for youth to meet in a social environment to talk with vicar Wendy Scott and each other about anything. |
St Peter's, Pahiatua |
(06) 376 7434 |
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Youth Group Movie Night |
A monthly movie night for those involved in the youth group who want to meet for a relaxed social occasion. |
St Peter's, Pahiatua |
(06) 376 7434 |
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Youth Group |
Youth group for young people to meet, have fun and explore their faith in a relaxed social environment. |
St Andrew's, Martinborough |
(06) 306 9451 |
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Salt |
Held at the Church, Sundays are a time of study, prayer and activity. Tuesday meetings are held in the ‘Salt Shaker Café’ in the Church Hall during the term. |
All Saints', Palmerston North |
(06) 358 2203 |
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Thirst |
Meeting in the hall on a Wednesday night, ‘Senior Youth’ do some study and prayer, and some social activities. |
All Saints', Palmerston North |
(06) 358 2203 |
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Youth Oriented Service |
This is a weekly service with a specific focus on the youth and young adults in the congregation. The second Sunday of the month is a communion service. The worship style is informal, with a specific focus chosen for each week. |
All Saints', Palmerston North |
(06) 358 2203 |
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Youth Alpha |
The Youth Alpha course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, non-threatening way over ten thought-provoking sessions. It’s low key, friendly and fun. You get to ask any questions you want and chat through the issues in a place where your views are respected. |
All Saints', Palmerston North |
(06) 358 2203 |
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Youth Choir |
A choir for those too old for choristers and not able to join the Cathedral Choir. They practice weekly and sing regularly for services and special events. |
Wellington Cathedral of St Paul |
04 472 0286 |
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Youth Ministry |
Led by youth of university age, this group gives those at high school the chance to meet and enjoy each others company. They watch DVD’s, hold discussions, bond spiritually and have a social time. The group also take part in special activities such as the Summer Wine Camp. |
Anglican Chinese Centre |
(04) 472 7626 (vicarage) |
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Basketball |
The basketball group provides an opportunity to reach out to the community children. They meet to play basketball and mix with parishioners. |
Anglican Chinese Centre |
(04) 472 7626 (vicarage) |
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Lion Dancing |
The Lion dance team turns out on special occasions (like the Asian Bazaar) to perform an awe inspiring dance to the public. |
Anglican Chinese Centre |
(04) 472 7626 (vicarage) |
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Youth Group |
A youth group for those in years 7-12. Weekly meetings include games, prayer and some study. |
All Saints', Hataitai |
(04) 971 2142 |