Hope Church opens Youth Centre

After some Covid-related delays, the Hope Youth Centre will be celebrating its grand opening on Friday, 20 May by showcasing the top local performers in three different categories: performing arts, basketball and Lego block masters. X-Factor-2508 competitors will have the chance to show off their skills and take their chance at winning thousands of dollars’ worth of donated vouchers and prizes.

The Grand Opening marks the launch and opening of the purpose-built Youth Centre.

We spend a lot of time around young people and the challenges we see them facing are significant. From mental illness to thoughts of suicide and self-harm, we see a lot of young people who can feel really overwhelmed and stressed. But we see past that and get really encouraged to see young people connect with each other and inspire one another into fun, creative and positive things and spurring one another on!

whatyAfter the launch on May 20th, the Youth Centre will be open from Monday to Friday, 3.30-5.30pm during the school term, with a range of activities, including basketball, pool, air hockey, a quiet study area, music area, dance and Lego.

“After all everyone has been through with Covid, we still just really love our community and are excited to be providing the Hope Youth Centre to young people in 2508,” said Pastor Lionel Rattenbury from Hope Church 2508.

“The goal is to provide a fun and safe place for young people to hang out, but we dream of expanding into providing the youth with job skills. We are looking to start a barista training course, and we want to partner with the community wherever we can, to provide skills and training for young people to thrive.”

X-Factor-2508 heats will be held over the coming weeks, so check out the terms and conditions of entry and details for the Grand Opening at: www.hopechurch2508.org.au/X-Factor-2508.