For Your Family
Oasis Next Generation
We want the whole family to love church!
We value families at Oasis church & it’s our heart that no matter which season you’re in that the whole family feels at home. Our Next Generation team run a variety of mid week & Sunday service programs that cater for kids (Babies-Grade 6) & Teenagers (Grade 7-12) in safe & fun environments.
Each program provides age appropriate games & activities, praise & worship, a Christ-centred message & connect groups to give opportunity to share, encourage each other & encounter Jesus. Our ultimate hope is to see a generation of children encounter & live for God.
To ensure your children receive the best care all our Next Generation Team go through an application process, hold a current Working With Children’s Check & complete Safer Churches training. We are passionate about sharing the love of Jesus with your kids.
About the Leader: Ps Kate Ockenfels oversees all Next Generation ministries at Oasis Church, including Sunday Services, Youth & Next Gen Community programs. Kate has worked in churches for over twenty years.
Kate has a Bachelor of Ministry & Diploma of Education. She has been a primary school teacher and has been the Oasis Next Gen Pastor since the beginning of Oasis Church. Her passion is to partner with families to disciple their children so that they would know God and have their own real, personal relationship with Jesus. Her specialty is to teach children how to walk with God powerfully through activating prayer, fasting, healing & making the supernatural normal.
Sundays
FIRST TIME Pre-REGISTRATION
We would love to see your whole family this Sunday. To make things easier on your first visit we invite you to pre-register your family prior to Sunday to ensure a faster check-in experience. Each Sunday, we run a number of kids classrooms to cater for the different age groups. (See location pages for more details)
Family Check in opens at 9:00am. All classrooms open from 9:45am for drop off. Our hosts will gladly direct you to our check-in points if you require assistance.
A parents space is available for feeding and changing purposes.
We would love you to arrive a few minutes earlier to the fill out any paperwork & to meet our kids teams at the New Family Check in desk in the Foyer.
Weekdays
Oasis Youth [Jandakot]
Oasis Youth is a group of young people who gather together regularly to build friendships with others & grow in relationship with God.
At Oasis Youth we LOVE to have fun! You can expect plenty of games, laughs, time to connect with each other & the opportunity to grow together. We also love new people! If it’s your first time or your 50th time, we want to welcome you & encourage you to be a part of the life of our church. The goal of Oasis Youth is for young people to have the opportunity to experience a culture, which is safe, loving & full of joy. Our heart as leaders is to empower young people to find life, grow & make a difference.
Our program runs once a week on a Friday night & once a fortnight on a Sunday morning at Oasis Church in Jandakot. Head to @oasisyouthperth for more details about what is coming up this term! safe, loving & full of joy. Our heart as leaders is to empower young people to find life, grow & make a difference.
Our program runs once a week on a Friday night & once a fortnight on a Sunday morning at Oasis Church in Jandakot. Head to @oasisyouthperth for more details about what is coming up this term!
Kids Connect [Jandakot]
Kids Connect is a Friday night program run fortnightly for Grade 5’s from 6.30-8.30pm. It provides a fun, engaging program that supports tweens in the transition to the teenage years as well as lets them be kids while getting to know God and having a great time with friends. We join with the youth for hangs and worship and then head off for our own message and connect time. No cost involved, but a few dollars to spend at the Youth canteen is optional.
Head to @oasisyouthperth for more details about what is coming up this term!
Oasis Community Playgroup [jandakot]
At Oasis Community Playgroup we are all about building community and connection while providing fun learning experiences through sensory-based play for children aged 0-5years.
Just bring a piece of fruit for shared morning tea and a change of clothes, as it could get messy! If you have any questions or queries regarding playgroup or volunteering at Oasis Playgroup then please get in touch with Tanya via sundaykids@oasischurchperth.com
Free Community Playgroup with sensory play, suitable for ages 0-5
Runs Fortnightly Fridays during school term from 9-11am at Oasis Jandakot.
School Holidays
Level Up [jandakot]
Level Up is a safe place for families to send their school aged children (Kindy-Year 6) for a variety of themed holiday programs!
For a small cost your child will get to learn new skills, do arts and crafts, exercise, meet new friends and learn about Jesus! All snacks and meals during the program are part of the cost of registration.
For upcoming Level Up program dates, and locations or to register, please see the “EVENTS” tab on our website or Church Centre App.
FAQS
Can I pre-register my kids every week?
Our pre-registration system is reserved for first time visitors only. We recommend arriving to church before 10am to secure your child’s space.
It's my child/children's first time what can we expect?
You will be welcomed at the door by our new family check in team & shown to your class. Our classrooms are clean & safe & our volunteers are trained & all have current WWCCs. We run a program to empower the next generation rather than just providing care. New children will be offered a VIP lanyard so our volunteers can ensure their first time is positive.
Can my children attend the same class despite their age differences?
Our programs are age specific and we abide by the by volunteer ratios specific to ages. We do everything we can to help your children settle including assigning them a buddy.
How will I know if my child needs the toilet or is unsettled?
We use a APP notification system to communicate directly between the classrooms and the auditorium. We will provide a code reference on check in that is displayed in the main auditorium if you are required to attend a classroom.
What if my child has additional/special needs?
We endeavour to provide additional support where possible so that all children can participate in the program. If you are concerned, please feel free to email us HERE to discuss your child’s needs so we can partner with you to provide appropriate care.
Can my child move classrooms when they have a birthday?
All classroom graduations happen once a year on our Move Up Sunday at the start of the year where we celebrate their transition.
Can my child bring their own food?
Due to our safety policies around children with allergies we do not permit outside food in our classrooms. We do however provide a small snack in all classrooms.
Can I drop my child/children off on a Sunday and leave the building?
Due to our safety duty of care we do require that at least one parent / guardian remains in the building for the duration of the service.
Is my child ready to be water baptised?
If you think your child may be ready for water baptism please email HERE for more information.
My child accepted Jesus as their saviour, what next?
We want to celebrate this & partner with you, providing you with the tools to support your child’s faith journey. Please email kate@oasischurchperth.com for next steps.
When does my child need to be collected?
Our Sunday programs run during the service and conclude by 11:30am. We request that all parents collect their children promptly after the service.
I'd love to serve, how do I get involved in Next Gen Ministry
Please fill out the following Volunteer application form and we will be in touch.
What is the Glow Party?
Glow Party is our annual Halloween alternative event. This runs at church & offers a safe, fun evening of activities for primary school aged children. This is a great opportunity for kids to invite their friends and learn more about how Jesus is the light of the world.