reaching youth with the Gospel
Helping every young person take their next step with Jesus
For over 50 years Word of Life has partnered with Australian churches and schools to reach the lost, restore the backslider and refresh the committed believer.
who we are
Biblical principles that never change
Today’s young people face more challenges than any generation before them. The Word of Life Youth Ministry reaches youth, whose needs constantly change, with biblical principles that never change.
We exist to support local churches and organisations with platforms for evangelism and discipleship, so that lives are changed and young people grow in Christ. Our passion is youth evangelism, discipleship and serving the local church.
what we do
Ministries for churches and schools
High-energy outreach nights, training for leaders, school seminars and resources that help young people hear the Gospel from a friend.
The best night of my lifeKICKOFF
Mega-scale team games and a clear Gospel message for churches and schools.Explore KICKOFF →
Archery tag & human foosballBattle Zone
Two hours of archery tag and human foosball, with the Gospel at the heart of the night.Explore Battle Zone →
A huge night of funFusion
A regional night of games, food, worship and real conversations about God.Explore Fusion →
Dynamic evangelism trainingTHRIVE
One-day training that equips young people to pray, care and share the Gospel.Explore THRIVE →
Dynamic Scripture seminarsSchool Seminars
Interactive faith seminars and SRE support for private and public high schools.Explore School Seminars →
Serving youth leadersLocal Church Ministries
Training, coaching, events and curriculum to help your church build a dynamic youth ministry.Explore Local Church Ministries →
go tell
A bold vision for a generation
Go Tell is a movement to reach 333,000 young people and equip 3,000 teenagers to confidently share their faith through Gospel conversations.
gap year
A year that shapes the rest of your life
The Discipleship Training Centre (DTC) is a discipleship gap year for young adults preparing to make a difference in their community, nation and the world. Study God’s Word, serve on mission trips and grow in a community of friends who love Jesus.
our missionaries
Stand with the team
Our missionary staff share the Gospel with young people across Australia and the Indo-Pacific. Your prayers and gifts keep them serving.
Director
Martin & Silvia Garcia
Leading Word of Life Australia since 2010, with a passion for evangelism, discipleship and leadership training.
Financial Manager · Missionary Care, WOL Indo-Pacific Region
Jim & Lynda Dugan
Managing Word of Life’s finances and caring for missionaries across the Indo-Pacific region.
Gap Year Ministries Coordinator
Scott & Abby Morrison
Coordinating the Discipleship Training Centre gap year for young adults.
what’s on
Events and registrations
Camps, conferences, KICKOFF nights, mission trips and more. See what’s coming up and register online.