THE HOPE LAB is a Christian initiative dedicated to helping EQUIP churches across AoTEAROA share the gospel of Jesus with children & families, and their wider communities.We curate & create fun, engaging tools, programs, and training events that make it easier for local churches to connect with kids and whānau in their local community in meaningful, faith-filled ways.
Led by a collective of church leaders, creatives, and practitioners, our passion is to see more families come to know Jesus and to see communities transformed by the power of the gospel.
Resources
Making kids ministry simple.If you lead a kids ministryten this is for you, Kickstart contains curated content that is ready-to-use. Filled with teaching series, games, key calendar moments, and practical tools from some of the best local and international curriculum/content providers.
It’s designed to help you get started with confidence—offering structure and ideas you can build on, adapt, and make your own as you grow.
a Christian based kids programme designed to build resilience & character through hands on practical experiences.This programme is designed to make use of resources from your local community and engages kids in real-life projects that foster growth, purpose, and connection.
Workshop training eventsBites are short, focused team workshops that equip youth and children ministry leaders with tools to grow and lead with confidence and creativity.
FLIPPIN HALLLOWEENThe Superpower Bottle Flip is a fun, family-friendly game that empowers households and churches to shine a light in their communities during Halloween.