During the Service
A Sunday Kids Church programme is held during the 10.30am service during term time for music, stories, prayer, games and activities. Children of all ages are welcome to join us, from tots to teens. We start in church and then head to our own time in the hall.
Pre School Some pre schoolers stay by themselves and others need their own parent to stay with them until they are happy with the group.
Primary The primary group are building on their knowledge of the Bible and involvement in worship and enjoy games, songs, prayer and activities together.
Intermediate/High School This group are exploring more about the Bible and sometimes help with the younger children if needed. Children in ChurchWe have a ‘Kids’ Corner’ in the church, with toys for toddlers which you are welcome to use while you can still see what is happening and share in the service. There are activity sheets for older kids too.
Pre School Some pre schoolers stay by themselves and others need their own parent to stay with them until they are happy with the group.
Primary The primary group are building on their knowledge of the Bible and involvement in worship and enjoy games, songs, prayer and activities together.
Intermediate/High School This group are exploring more about the Bible and sometimes help with the younger children if needed. Children in ChurchWe have a ‘Kids’ Corner’ in the church, with toys for toddlers which you are welcome to use while you can still see what is happening and share in the service. There are activity sheets for older kids too.
Li’l Boppers
9.45-10.15am, Friday Morning, Term TimeSt. Mary’s Hall with Sarah MosleyMusic and dancing for preschoolers and babies followed by free play.
No sessions in the holidays. The session is followed by a cuppa for the adults!
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The youth at St Marys have put together this prayer and worship evening. It is a time to come together to sing contemporary songs, to pray together, and listen to God speak to us. All ages are welcome, the young and the young at heart.AMPED - 3rd Sunday of each month at St Marys, Halswell. Next AMPED will on 19 July 2026. All Welcome.
SMASH (St Marys After School Hangout) is a fun programme for primary-aged children (5 – 10 years), run by the St Marys Youth & Children’s Team. Each week, kids can enjoy games, crafts, snacks, and stories in a caring environment. Our leaders ensure every child is welcomed, encouraged, and supported. No charge, koha appreciated.
SMASH has finished for Term 1 and is on hold.
If you wish to register your interest or for more information contact Marco on youth@halswellchurch.org
Friday Youth (DOMINOS)
(Doing Our Ministry In the Name of Our Saviour)Youth group for young people Year 7 upwards. The group have games, activities, outings and a short discussion time.
The group meets every Friday night in term time, 6.30pm - 8pm at St Marys Hall.
Youth Minister
Our Leaders
Marco Bischler is our Youth Minister.
Contact him for enquiries about youth activities on: youth@halswellchurch.org.
We have a team of parents and volunteers who
lead the children and youth programmes. All are dedicated to sharing the love of Christ with the children.
All leaders are police vetted for the safety of all involved in our progammes.