When you work with young people, no two days are ever the same, but this one stood out. It reminded me exactly why I do what I do with The Message Trust and GodFirst Church. The day began with our staff meeting from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., where we reflected on the previous week and […]
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This past school holiday, our Nyanga Community Hub hosted a holiday club for the young people in our community—and it was a beautiful, joy-filled time of connection, learning, and faith. Around 80 children and youth joined us each day for a mix of fun activities, meaningful conversations, and moments that reminded us why we do […]
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From the Heart of Nyanga: Sakumzi Vapi’s Perspective This year I had the privilege of working alongside the SMASH team—Students Ministering and Serving Him—at our Nyanga Community Hub. This year’s mission week was nothing short of a epic. The energy, the joy, and the spiritual hunger among our young people were deeply moving. The SMASH […]
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Every Wednesday afternoon, something special happens at our Parkwood Hub. At 15:00 sharp, a team of passionate young leaders from YIT (Youth in Transformation) arrives, ready to pour into the lives of our children through fun, learning, and love. Led by Jason, alongside his dedicated teammates Ethan and Gracia, YIT runs a weekly program focused […]
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On 18 July 2025, the spirit of Mandela Day rallied through the streets of Parkwood as The Message Trust Hub became the heart of a big act of service. In collaboration between the Insurance Institute of the Western Cape (IIWC), Gangstar Café, and The Message Trust, the “Love Parkwood” holiday programme joined hands to show […]
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From the 14th to the 18th of July 2025, the Parkwood Hub came alive under the banner of ‘Love Parkwood.’ We hosted a holiday club that welcomed between 40 to 45 children each day. And thanks to the generous support of Boxer Store, which donated a R2500 voucher, we were able to provide meals and supplies that […]
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The following story is written by Naomi Engelbrecht, Chief Operations Officer at The Message Trust South Africa. Yesterday, I was chatting with Candice, and she shared a story that completely stopped me in my tracks—a story too beautiful, too powerful not to share. It’s about a young girl who’s been coming to the Parkwood hub […]
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There’s something beautiful happening at our Nyanga Hub—and we’re excited to share it with you! Our discipleship class focused on the topic: “The Importance of Celebrating Easter Weekend.” We opened the Bible to John 3, sharing the powerful story of Nicodemus and how Jesus explained the meaning of being born again. The room was filled […]
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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 […]
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Over the past few Saturdays, our young rugby players have shown courage, resilience, and teamwork on the field. On the first Saturday, our U13 Sakhumzi Rugby team faced Brackenfell Juniors in a friendly match, securing a 47-17 victory. But this game was more than just about the score—it was about character. Despite facing difficulties through […]
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