Lifeswitch Blog

Hey LifeSwitch, We are certainly walking through uncharted waters and with the announcement that came out yesterday (preventing public gatherings of more than 100 people), we are having to completely change the way we do things as a wider community in this season....

Every need in the world is an OPEN DOOR to share God’s love. That’s why, as a church family, we’re responding to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis, not by panicking or hiding out of fear, but by serving the people who are most vulnerable. No matter how frustrating,...

We are aware of the concern and uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 virus outbreak across the world and now in New Zealand. Throughout this week, our team have spent much time praying, seeking advice and discussing how this impacts Camp Survivor this year. And it is...

At the heart of Camp Survivor is the desire to create memories. We know the impact of a camp environment is significant and people will often hold on to memories from their camp experience for the rest of their life. The power of these memories is unbelievable. I love...

On Sunday we wrapped up our series called Marble Jar.  (If you missed it, click here for the Podcast).  As part of the message, I shared three qualities that all friendships are based on. They are: Acceptance, Enjoyment and Genuine Concern.  Many of us have...

In SwitchKids, we are committed to never settling to simply be babysitters. What we do is way too important for that. We have the special opportunity to imprint truths into the hearts and minds of kids that they will carry with them for the rest of their life. We...

One of the most unique spaces about LifeSwitch is our cafe environment. We love it. We have incredible volunteers who pour a lot of time, talent and energy into it. We firmly believe that what happens in the cafe is just as important as what happens in the auditorium....

Three simple words. Words, when put together can be a rope of hope. Three words we can all say, though we often don’t. Three words that may make you slightly uncomfortable for a moment, but offer a safe haven of comfort for someone else. Here they are - “Please join...

Are you a parent of a kid in Little Switchers? Then this is something you really want to know. Our entire curriculum is designed to work alongside and with the Bible App for Kids. It is our desire to partner with you as parents to nurture the faith of your children....

On Sunday we launched IGGY+. We want you to know what it is all about. Every Wednesday we have IGGY, our intermediate aged programme. Wednesday nights are very outward focused. 95% of the youth who come along have no affiliation to LifeSwitch (other than coming to...