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COUNSELLING SERVICES We offer various counselling services, such as Divorce care, Grief share, Marriage and general counselling. To enquire, please contact Marc Hemmens. marc@lhfc.co.za Divorce Care A 13 week course for Healing after a Divorce. This course is once a week for about 1h30 minutes covering topics Anger, Forgiveness, Finances etc. It is a very practical course and there are lots of tips along the way. The manual costs is R180 and there is homework each week to cement the topic of the week for you. The best thing about this course is you are able to talk freely with others who understand you and have gone through the same thing, also you get to bounce things off of each other and hear lots of different advice. To enquire, please contact Astrid Dicks. admin@lhfc.co.za Grief Share "FOR I ,GOD, WILL TURN THEIR MOURNING INTO JOY AND WILL COMFORT THEM AND GIVE THEM JOY FOR THEIR SORROW" JER 31:13. Have you asked "Why?", do you suffer from guilt or anger, have you maybe lost your identity since your loved one past, do you think you are grieving right? Join a GriefShare group and let's go on the journey of discovery together, because whatever you are feeling is normal. To enquire, please contact Astrid Dicks. admin@lhfc.co.za Full Circle Services Counselling services relating to personal, relational, emotional, spiritual and grief. To enquire and book an appointment, please contact Jill Jacoby. jill@lhfc.co.za Healing Prayer Rob and Jess Southern head up our healing prayer ministry which is for those who desire the power of Jesus to heal trauma or wounds from the past or maybe even the present. It is amazing to see how Jesus comes and heals the broken heart, so if you are battling with unforgiveness, fear, guilt and shame, heaviness, despair or anything holding you back from freedom in Christ, To enquire and book an appointment, please contact Rob and Jess or the office using the email below. admin@lhfc.co.za Pre-Marriage and Marriage Pre-marriage Counseling: A 5 session video based course facilitated to cover most areas a couple would want to deal with in preparation for the great adventure of marriage. Marriage Counseling: Available for couples who feel their marriage adventure needs a little help. To enquire, please contact Marc Hemmens. marc@lhfc.co.za

Finding Peace Finding Peace Trevor Anderson 31 May 2026 08:00 Recent

Lighthouse Missions is the outreach ministry of Lighthouse Family Church in Gqeberha. Engaging local and global communities through service, support, and the Gospel. REACHING OUR CITY AND BEYOND At Lighthouse, our vision is to impact our city and beyond with the Kingdom of God. Missions, both local and global, form a key part of this calling. Over the years, we have partnered with ministries that serve the most vulnerable in our city, where the need is significant. More recently, we have also built relationships with churches and ministries in remote areas, where support is just as vital. LIGHTHOUSE MISSIONS IMPACTING OUR CITY AND BEYOND WITH THE KINGDOM OF GOD LOCAL PARTNERS The UBOMI OBUTSHA CENTRE , based in Kwazakhele and led by Mark Lawler, serves poor and vulnerable families in the local community. Through its Family Focus programe, the centre offers a range of practical support initiatives aimed at strengthening families and meeting real needs. Learn More GUGU'S HOMEWORK CLUB , also known as Hands On Homework Club, is an education support programe in Walmer Township led by Gugu Matiwana. The programme provides guided, tutor-led support to schoolchildren in the area, helping them grow in confidence and improve their academic performance. MHLALI'S HOUSE , led by Megan Lindstrom, also known as Mihlali Children’s Haven, is a place of safety in Gqeberha that cares for vulnerable children aged 0 to 3. “Mihlali” means joy in isiXhosa, and the heart of the home is to provide a safe, family environment where each child’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are nurtured until they can move into their forever families. JEANNIE'S SOUP KITCHEN , led by Jeannie Edwards, operates in Extension 6 near Malabar and has been serving the community for over 20 years. With a simple vision to feed the hungry, Jeannie and her team provide five meals each week to hundreds of people in need. They trust God to provide what is needed to continue serving this community. PILOT MY FUTURE , led by Debbie Hemmens and focuses on mentoring and education. The ministry equips children, young adults, and adults with practical, preventative strategies that empower them to build a safer and more secure future. Learn More VICTORY PLAYHOUSE , led by Elizabeth Hempel, is located in Parsons Vlei/Malabar. The ministry serves children from disadvantaged families who were forcibly removed from private land in Hunters Retreat. Victory Playhouse provides a safe, uplifting environment, offering hope and support to children from challenging backgrounds. Learn More SCRIPTURE UNION operates through a relational and sustainable model, equipping mission partners to reach children and young people with the Gospel. They focus on people already present in schools, churches, and communities to create lasting impact. Their approach follows a simple framework: GATHER, GROW, and GO. They identify and connect with people, equip and develop them, and then support them as they engage and guide young people in their faith journey. Learn More HOMELESS OUTREACH , led by Petro Mocke has been serving the Newton Park community for the past two years. Once a week, the ministry provides sandwiches to homeless adults and children, spending time with them, praying, and sharing the Word when appropriate. Through love, food, and medical care, many are drawn closer to God. On Thursday mornings, children attend a literacy class at the church, where they also learn about the Lord. During breaks, they enjoy the play area and receive food and treats. INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS GERALD NZEVE is involved in church planting in a rural community outside Harare. He focuses on discipleship and reaching his community for Christ through creative initiatives, including sports ministry and Discovery Bible Study. GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS involve maintaining regular contact with pastors and ministries in some of the most unreached regions of the world. Through these connections, we support their work and help advance the Gospel in areas where access to the Word and discipleship is limited. APOSTOLIC PARTNERSHIPS Apostolic Partnerships focus on working alongside local churches to support their growth and advance God’s Kingdom. Much of this work is done through our connection with Immerse, a network of churches committed to spiritual growth and the fulfilment of God’s Kingdom on earth. We provide ongoing support to two dedicated pastors, Vuyisile Fulmeni and Zola Moses, as they serve their communities. HAVE QUESTIONS? Have another question? If you would like to know more about our missions or how to get involved, please contact the Lighthouse Family Church office or reach out directly to our Missions Coordinator, Gary Hemple. Email Gary Email Office WhatsApp Image 2024-08-29 at 14.06.59 Missions 1 WhatsApp Image 2024-08-29 at 14.07.04 Missions 2 IMG_9279 Missions 7 WhatsApp Image 2024-08-29 at 14.06.59 Missions 1 1/7 MEET OUR MISSIONS COORDINATOR GARY HEMPEL grew up in East London, where he attended school before studying at Rhodes University and graduating with a B.Com degree. He went on to teach Accounting and Business Economics at Hudson Park High School for five years. After further studies at the Baptist Theological College, Gary and his family served with Operation Mobilization in Central Asia for eight years. Gary met Elizabeth in East London, and they were married in 1991. They have two children, Kieren and Michaela. After returning to Port Elizabeth in 2010, Gary pastored Westway Bethel Community Church. He is currently the Operations Director of Africa For Christ, a church planting organisation. Gary and Liz are passionate about missions and helping people see what God is doing in the nations, especially among the persecuted Church. In his spare time Gary enjoys gardening, reading, and travelling to new places.

Lighthouse Kids is a safe and fun children’s ministry at Lighthouse Family Church in Gqeberha. Age appropriate Bible teaching for kids during both morning services. DISCOVER WAYS FOR KIDS TO GET INVOLVED AT LIGHTHOUSE GROWING A LOVE FOR JESUS, TOGETHER LITKids is all about helping children grow in their love for Jesus and His church. We create a space where kids have fun, build real friendships, and explore the Bible in ways they understand. Every moment is designed to help them feel at home in God’s house and excited to be part of His people. This is not school. It is a place of connection, joy, and belonging, where faith grows through relationships. LIT KIDS A SAFE AND FUN ENVIRONMENT FOR KIDS WHAT TO EXPECT At Lighthouse Kids, our teachers are background-checked, enthusiastic, and love connecting with every child. Kids explore Bible stories and lessons that are age-appropriate, teaching values, faith, and practical life lessons in ways they can understand. Learning is brought to life through games, crafts, and activities that make each experience fun and memorable. OUR PROGRAMS ClubLIT Our Junior Youth (Grades 1–7) meet on Friday afternoons from 5:30 to 7:15 pm. Our heart is to have fun in loving, safe environment. Building connection with God and others. We focus on practical spiritual input, how to live our faith out in a way that honours God and impacts our friends, situations, and relationship practically. LITKids Children's Church Children’s Church (Grades 1–7) meets during both morning services on a Sunday. Our goal is to help children grow a love for Jesus and for the church family. We focus on fun, creativity, sharing together, and learning about the Bible and Jesus, while nurturing a love for being in God’s house with His people. Children’s Church is not school – it’s all about building relationships. Day Friday Afternoons Time 5:30 pm to 7:15 pm Ages Grade 1 to Grade 7 Day Sunday Mornings Times During both Morning Services 08:00 am and 10:00 am LittleLITS - Up to 4 years old We use fun, routine, and a loving environment to create a space where your child feels loved and safe, we want you, mom and dad to be able to get back to church, knowing that your child is safe and happy. Our desire is that your child will experience Jesus' love for them through our leaders and our activities. FloodLITS - 4 Years to Grade R Our focus is to familiarize your child with Bible stories, introducing them to Jesus and building a relationship with the Holy Spirit. GloLITS - Grade 1 to Grades 3 This group focuses on taking the lessons from Bible stories and applying them to everyday life, while also building godly friendships. FlareLITS - Grade 4 to Grade 5 Our focus is for your child to learn Biblical stories well, and to start looking a little deeper into God's heart through His word and to apply what they learn each week. BlazeLITS - Grade 6 to Grade 7 In a fun, relaxed environment we aim to rake the application of the Bible to a deeper level and to talk through the issues that the group are wrestling with in a safe, open environment. DIVORCE CARE FOR KIDS (DCFK) A weekly support group for children aged 5–12. We meet for 10 weeks during the first term of each year. Through videos, conversation, games, and activities, we help children develop skills to cope with and process the impact of their parents’ divorce. We share a light supper together in a safe and fun environment that encourages open communication and new friendships. HAVE QUESTIONS? Have another question? We’d love to connect with you and help in any way we can. Ask Us What happens if my child is shy or doesn’t want to participate? We aim to include everyone at some level. If a child doesn’t want to play the game, they can help be a judge or hold some apparatus so that they feel included in a way they are comfortable. If they really don’t want to they can spectate. We don’t force children to do anything in our programmes – this is not school. What if my child struggles with anxiety or separation? Parents are welcome to stay with their children until the child feels comfortable. We do encourage parents to get back into church as soon as possible, we will call you from the auditorium should your child need reassuring. What if my child says they don’t like it? Our leaders will have a conversation with the child and possibly the parents as well in order to find out what the child doesn’t enjoy, explain why we do those things and accommodate the child as much as possible. Sometimes kids have great ideas! How can I continue this at home? The children in Grade 1-7 are bringing home their promise passports every week. Please encourage them to sit either alone or with you for 15 minutes and listen for God’s voice together. Our younger children (1year old to grade 3) bring home a craft which will give you the opportunity to engage with your child about the lesson. If you would like more information on what we learn each week, please contact Kim. MEET OUR CHILDREN'S PASTOR KIM ANDERSON grew up in Pinelands, Cape Town. After school she studied beauty therapy. In 1995 she met Trevor, and after they married in 1997 she moved to Gqeberha. Kim has always had a heart for children and began teaching Children’s Church at the age of 16. After completing her Educare training, she became a preschool teacher in 2007. In 2015 God opened the door for her to lead the Children’s Church at Lighthouse full time. She loves seeing the moment when children begin to understand who God is and how much He loves them. She also has a heart for women to discover their identity as God sees them. In her spare time Kim enjoys handwork, puzzles, reading, and following reality TV.

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