We Are The Message
Through community projects, creative mission work, prisons, enterprise and equipping people to share the good news of Jesus, we’re seeing lives transformed by God’s love.
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The Message Trust is a worldwide movement passionately sharing the love of Jesus Christ in words and actions with the hardest-to-reach young people and communities.
We are passionate about reaching young people in South Africa – seeking to break the cycle of poverty, unemployment, gangsterism and crime. Our purpose is to raise up generations of urban heroes. Thousands of youth from the margins who have found their hope and purpose in Jesus. They are transformational leaders who are emotionally, socially and spiritually mature. Urban Heroes are not only transformed but transform others, creating ripple effects of change in their families, communities and nation.
See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.
Isaiah 43:19
Since the opening of Parkwood Hub for the year 2025, our team have continued running our daily programs, creating a safe space for young people to grow. Our weekly schedule includes: Through these programs, we have already witnessed incredible transformations in the lives of the young people we serve. Many have shown improvements in both […]
Read MoreRecently, our Gangstar Cafe and Creative Mission Team had the incredible privilege of serving in Kraaifontein alongside the amazing team at Viva con Agua South Africa. The Dignity Day event wasn’t just about providing services and restoring hope, care, and connection. Many individuals face daily struggles that strip them of their dignity, but through this […]
Read MoreOver the past year, the Respect ME Girls Course has empowered young women to embrace their worth, make informed choices, and develop confidence in who they are. This transformative program has reached girls from diverse backgrounds, providing them with the tools to navigate life’s challenges with strength and resilience. The first one took place in […]
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