Our Vision is to ‘continue the work of Jesus’ in the times in which we live. We believe the message of the bible is still relevant to every generation and every nation, and therefore we unreservedly commit ourselves to being an influence for Christ to the people we come into contact with. We’re passionate about God’s word, living out his commands in our daily lives and being authentic Christ-followers, expressing our faith to those all around us. We’re an evangelical and charismatic church with a strong missional focus.
Meadowridge |
136 Ladies Mile Road
Three congregations meet at our Meadowridge location on a Sunday at 8am, 10am and 6pm (7pm during the summer in Dec & Jan)
Muizenberg |
Corner of Main & School Roads (CCFM Building)
Our fourth congregation meets in Muizenberg next door to the CCFM Radio Station at 9:30am
CONNECT MINISTRIES
Noah's Ark Preschool |
A preschool implementing an educational programe that practically meets the: spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social needs of the children and their families.
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Children & Parents |
A space for children to grow, learn and explore their relationship with God, enjoy Christian community and be mentored by godly role-models through age-appropriate activities. Our Kids Ministry takes place on Friday nights and on Sunday mornings.
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Union (Youth) |
Our vibrant and relevant teen ministry is a safe and ‘alternative’ environment in which to build long-lasting, real relationships and focus on what matters most in life. UNION meets on Friday Nights, and on Sunday mornings for Teen Church.
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Young Adults |
The gathering of like-minded young people who are passionate about impacting our local community, connecting together authentically, engaging our culture and growing our faith in a vibrant, Spirit-led relationship with God. Different events, camps & activities are arranged throughout the year.
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Life Groups |
These weekly, small-group, home-based meetings are a key part of our church life and culture: our means of growing meaningful relationships and authentic, accountable community within the church…. |
Primetime |
Our PrimeTime Ministry is all about relationally connecting and meeting the needs of those in our Connect Church community who are retired or nearly-retired, and are in the ‘prime of their time’… |
Men |
The Men’s Ministry is one of our ‘ports of entry’ for men into the life of our church. An area of common ground, where men can relate to one another on a relational basis, discuss issues common to men, find a supportive and caring environment, and know that their particular areas of need will be met. |
Women |
Welcome to the world of unusual women who are extravagant in their love for Jesus. They serve enthusiastically, the joy of the Lord being their strength. They live courageously, in the power of the Holy Spirit.
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OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
John grew up in Cape Town and later moved to Pretoria where he became a follower of Jesus. He began his ministry in Johannesburg and has been the Senior Pastor of Connect Church since 2008. John is passionate about the local church, and loves to see the way God uses ordinary people for His glory...
John Basson
Senior Pastor
Howard has been a pastor at Connect Church for over 20 years. His passion is teaching the Word of God, helping people come to know the Lord and continuing the work of Jesus. He has a deep love for the Church and wants to see thriving Christian communities everywhere modelling life in the Kingdom of God...
Howard Wylie
Associate Pastor
Shelley hails from KwaZulu Natal where she committed her life to Christ at the age of 13, but is delighted to call Cape Town home. She oversees Pastoral care, our PrimeTime ministry and Courses at Connect Church, and is incredibly grateful for the privilege of serving this church family on the pastoral team since 2001...
Shelley Smuts
Pastor | Operations & Administration | Pastoral care & oversight
Jolene has been part of the pastoral team at Connect Church since 2000, and is the pastor with responsibility for our Children’s Ministry – a long-time passion of hers. From cooking large quantities of scrambled eggs on kids’ camps to facilitating special children’s church services, Jolene’s heart for kids’ ministry is apparent wherever she goes...
Jolene Bonney
Pastor | Children's Ministry | (Acting) Principal Noah's Ark
Roland was born and raised in the Eastern Cape and has been in Cape Town since 2011 when he felt moved by God to join Connect Church as Youth Pastor. His primary responsibility is overseeing our vibrant teen ministry, and he loves it so much you’d almost think he was a teenager himself...
Roland Cohen
Pastor | Youth Ministry
Brad has been a part of Connect Church since 2004 and has been permanently on staff since 2013. He was initially involved in Young Adult Ministry for many years, and more recently has been leading in our Muizenberg Congregation. At the end of 2016 ...
Brad Mann
Pastor | Connect Muizenberg
Tere is the Women Connect Ministry co-ordinator at Connect Church, and is married to John, our senior pastor. They have two children, Shayley and Chris. She has a passion for God, a passion for people, a love of creative ideas and is full of enthusiasm...
Tere Basson
Women's Ministry
Trevor is the son of a Pastor and married a Pastors daughter named Shirley and they have two children. He is primarily responsible for developing the worship ministry in all of its facets: music, singing and other expressions of worship, so that every generation and culture group ...