Established in 2005, we have four student houses in Pretoria East near Menlyn; all on the property of Hatfield Christian Church. Each house is fully equipped for comfortable student living and all necessary amenities are provided. Security is a priority with palisade and electric fencing, 24- hour security guards, we have roaming security during the day and guard at night. and coded gates to ensure limited access. The houses are run by house leaders, together with the students. Most rooms provide shared accommodation with a few private rooms, and allocations are made on a first come, first served basis. The church has a vibrant young adults ministry that caters specifically for students, for those who would like to be involved.

"Community has done a lot for me personally. I am very grateful for the friendships and family that I have created and I think I am a better leader in life because of Hatfield Community."

- Thembeka

"When I arrived I was met with overwhelming grace and compassion from the house leaders and my fellow students. It has been a place that has greatly edified me physically as we used to exercise outside together, spiritually, relationally and emotionally in learning how to deal with myself and people on this journey of life, that we walk with people that is heaven bound I have immense gratitude for this space as it has changed my life" - Ziwe

"When I arrived at Hatfield Community I remember very well, it was on the 15th of February 2016. I had just came back from a gap year after completing high school. I’m not afraid to admit that my sense of community and maturity were out of place.I struggled to live in harmony with other students in my early years. I remember once upon a time some students stole my coke in the fridge. Frustrated about the ordeal and lacking patience and basic people skills, I called the police This caused a huge scene as police honoured my call and came to community carrying assault rifles. With no doubt, I was the definitely the first and most probably the last person who would call the police just for a coke. This was one of the main indices to measure my lack of sympathy and maturity.Over the years, I began to mature in dealing with people and got pruned into growing and becoming a man of wisdom. Luke 2:52 says, “Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and all the people.”‭‭It was tremendously important for Jesus to also grow in wisdom, as that would be key to his ministry and making disciples. Without wisdom, governance is impossible and it will show sooner rather than later.Hatfield Community was the breeding ground of my growth in wisdom and understanding. In 2019, I got elected as the guy’s discipleship co-ordinator along with KG. We were responsible of making sure that the guys were disciplined and that they were in alignment with community values and we did an excellent job.Today, I work in a big organisation in government and I’m almost a published author of 2 books. This wouldn’t have been possible without my training and pruning that I experienced in my 5 years at Hatfield Community.I would urge all students that are currently in community to please humble yourselves and stop resisting the discipleship program that you are been given day in day out. At the end of the day, it is for your betterment. I still apply the skills and wisdom that I learnt In community today." - Praise

The Journey: My Name is Sandile Xolani Thukwana @Saint Ghost.

The Journey of a small boy with a big heart.My journey encompasses the entire experience with the company from Intial attraction to eventual departure. My journey includes creating positive and engaging experience like fostering growth and ultimately leading to successful and fulfilling tenure. This journey includes attraction, recruitment,onboarding, development and engagement. The Journey has been a winding road,with many different experiences Though What a rewarding experience, Fostering collaboration,shared learning and achieving common goals. There were some challenges which required effective communication and most importantly adaptability which taught me that team work makes the dream work... overall working in a team can be rewarding because it offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth Personal growth: Society (Connections and relationships), Confidence (focusing on personal development), Emotional development (understanding and managing emotions in a healthy way), Spiritual growth (connection to something greater, leading to a more meaningful life character and Attitude). Positive habits and behaviour. Professional growth : Enhanced Leadership Which includes programs which are comprehensive such as leadership training.

My favourite saying Sithemba ngisho kungathembisi ngoba othembisile wethembekile, We have hope even when it's hopeless, because the one who promised is trustworthy. Ons hey hoop self's wannerr dit hopeloos is,want by way belowe het is betroubaar.

God bless