About Us In 2003, Kingsgrove Youth Ministry adopted the name SOAR, meaning Standing On A Rock. Our aim is for the young people of our parish to find the solid ground of Jesus and then soar above the clouds in their faith. Although SOAR at Kingsgrove Youth Ministry is still in its beginning stages, we have already begun to see young people grow deeper in their faith and love of Christ. In mid 2005, the Youth Team created a Purpose Statement: This is done through the many groups, activities and relationships we build here at Kingsgrove. Check out the “Groups” section of this website to see how you can get involved in this awesome ministry.
When I began this ministry I took the opportunity to run with what Liz began, and am moving to develop a relationship based ministry to help young people feel more comfortable at church. So far, this has proved both rewarding and challenging, however with the help of the parish and a dedicated Youth Team, the rewards have outweighed the challenges. Who can place a value on a newly found friend?
I have been in this parish my whole life, and I can honestly say that it is because of this church that I am who I am today. I have grown up in all that this Church has offered me, and I am grateful to the essence of my being that I was privileged enough to experience the love, community and faith in everything and everyone I have met. For this reason I took the role of Youth Minister. I want to give something back, something that the young people can own. I have completed a Bachelor of Social Work at UNSW which I believe has been highly beneficial for the role of Youth Minister. I have also completed a Graduate Certificate in Arts/Theology. My experience so far has only enriched my vision and enthusiasm for this role and I pray that as I have finished my studies, that it will benefit the youth of this parish.
Please go to the Youth Team page to meet those who make my job pure joy!
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Hi! My name is Anneliese
Alexander and I have been the Youth Minister at Kingsgrove since the beginning of 2005 after taking over from Liz Moodey’s successful stint of 3 years at the Parish. Liz Moodey was heavily involved in organising and structuring the Youth Ministry into what it is today, including forming teams, linking local high schools to the church and developing strategies to keep Youth Ministry fully funded. 
However,
my life is undergoing major changes as I prepare to have my
second child! After much prayer and consideration, I have decided to
step down as Youth Minister at Kingsgrove and give way to someone
who can give their whole attention to the growth and development of
young people in their faith. It will be sad to leave, however I do
not think I am leaving for good, and plan to continue being a
minister to young people in a voluntary way. Please pray that we
find a suitable minister to take the position and lead the youth
into greater relationship with God.