About Us
Youth Ministry has been in operation at Kingsgrove since Antioch graced its hall in 1983. For many years this was the only form of Catholic growth for young people until Young Vinnes found its home 10 years later at Kingsgrove in 1994.

The future of the youth at Kingsgrove soon came to the forefront of the parish’s mind, and so, in 2001, a part time Youth Minister was employed. Since these humble beginnings, Kingsgrove Youth Ministry has grown in huge proportions by the grace of God.

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:
“SOAR at Kingsgrove Youth Ministry exists to REACH the young people of our parish, ACCOMPANY them in life, EMPOWER them in Christ, to CELEBRATE our faith and SERVE the community in God’s love.”

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.


Who is the Youth Minister?

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.

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 currently finished studying a Bachelor of Social Work at UNSW which I believe has been highly beneficial for the role of Youth Minister. 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.

At this point in time, I have begun a Graduate Certificate in Arts specialising in Theology and Youth Ministry. This has come about after a period of discernment in my life, and I believe it will benefit my role at Kingsgrove immensely.

My life is also undergoing some more major changes as I have just had my first child! This will be a big adjustment, but my passion is young people and their growth in Christ, and for this reason, I’m going to be here for as long as needed.

Please go to the Youth Team page to meet those who make my job pure joy!