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.”
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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
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GOT A QUESTION?
1. Do the houses have study areas?
A secure study centre with Wi-Fi is available to students until late. The dining room tables in the houses are available to students for late night study.
2. What does the cost not include?
Bedding, towels, toiletries, washing baskets, washing powder and pegs.
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3. Can I view the houses?
You are most welcome to make arrangements to view our houses during office hours.
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4. What is my next step?
Complete the application form and send it to us for processing. You will then be interviewed telephonically and receive feedback on the outcome of your application.
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5. When are applications open? When do they close?
Your best time for successful application is early November for the following year, however there is no assigned closing date. Applications are welcome all year round, as students do move from time to time.