Last week we had the incredible privilege of spending time at Sandringham High School in Johannesburg, where we were able to share the gospel with around 150 high school learners. Our heart is always to meet young people where they are, and schools continue to be one of the most powerful spaces to do that.
The event was centered around sharing the message of Jesus and creating a safe space for young people to ask questions, reflect on their lives, and encounter hope. Many of the learners who attend come from different backgrounds and carry a variety of personal challenges, so moments like these are incredibly meaningful.
One thing that really stood out to me was how much these young people value prayer. Almost every week, around 80% of the learners stay behind after the session asking for prayer. It’s always powerful to see how God moves in those moments. As we begin to pray, you can see a shift in the room — young people opening their hearts, sharing their struggles, and leaving with renewed hope and joy that God can move in their situations.
Another highlight has been watching the growth of one particular young boy who shares a word every week. Seeing his confidence grow as he speaks about Jesus has been incredibly encouraging. What stands out most is his compassion, he genuinely wants others to know Jesus and experience the same hope he has found. Watching young leaders like him step up reminds us why this work matters so much.
One very special “Jesus moment” happened when three girls came forward asking for prayer. They opened up about their home situations, their desire to walk in purity, and their longing to know Jesus more deeply. Moments like these remind us that behind every face is a story, and that God is already working in the hearts of these young people.
Reaching high school learners is not always easy. Many schools are difficult to access, and finding effective ways to consistently engage young people requires prayer, wisdom, and perseverance. We would really appreciate your prayers for our team as we continue to build relationships and find ways to reach more learners with the gospel.
We are also hoping to start sharing meals with the learners during our time together. Currently, the school does not have a feeding scheme, and providing food would be a powerful way to serve and care for these young people practically.
If you would like to partner with us, any donations toward providing meals would be greatly appreciated, and your prayers for this mission mean the world to us.
Together, we can continue bringing hope, community, and the message of Jesus to the young people of Johannesburg.
Written by Brandon Qabela, Jozi Hub Facilitator
