http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.hmrage.co.nz en-us Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:40:14 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/50056/COVID-19-update-HM-Rage-2020-cancelled/ We are officially cancelling HM Rage 2020 to slow the spread of COVID-19 in New Zealand.  The decision has been in the works for a few days now, and confirmed following the NZ Government’s recent move to Alert Level 3. This means that gatherings of any size are cancelled and public venues are closed. We are disappointed not to deliver HM Rage to new and returning youth groups this year; however, we strongly support all measures put in place by the Ministry of Health and governme... Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:25:40 +1300 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post50056 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/49813/COVID-19-Novel-Coronavirus--impact-on-HM-rage-2020/ The health and safety of those attending HM Rage is of utmost importance to us. It’s particularly significant in light of the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) outbreak occurring internationally.The New Zealand governments’ current recommendation (as of Monday 16 March) is to cancel non-essential events of 500+ people, with more specifics to come later this week.With that in mind, the Totara Springs and HM Rage teams are meeting on multiple occasions before the end of March to decide wh... Tue, 17 Mar 2020 19:29:09 +1300 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post49813 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/40635/2019-breakout-elective-sessionstopics-and-speakers/ We’re excited to introduce six 2019 breakout/elective session topics run by six great communicators. Each session tackles what we consider to be an important contemporary issue. Your young people can choose which session they prefer to attend on each day. As per the programme, each is held for one hour at 10.45am on Saturday and 1.30pm on Sunday; except for Richard Goodwin’s two shorter ‘Quick Chat’ sessions, which are held at 5.30pm each afternoon. Check out the blurbs below, share wit... Sun, 19 May 2019 23:08:22 +1200 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post40635 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/40634/2019-programme-is-here/ The best way to access the programme is by downloading our HM Rage app. Simply click the 'download our app' icon below, and follow the instructions. As a backup, you can also access the programme via PDF download below. However, we can't promise this will be kept as up-to-date as the app version. (Latest version of the programme was uploaded on the Friday of camp, 31 May).  Please note, the programme is subject to minor change and will be updated on the app as-and-when necessary. ... Sun, 19 May 2019 20:19:11 +1200 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post40634 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/40432/Friday-Night-Base-Raid-gamesome-instructions-for-leaders/ We’ve got an EPIC leaders vs. youth game planned for Friday night. All leaders will be involved, so we thought we’d better give you a heads up. Here’s how it’ll work, in brief:Leaders and youth will be released from Friday’s Late Night Show (LNS) to play the game. Youth will be provided with glow sticks for their wrist or leg at the LNS. The aim of the game (for them) is to make it to the volleyball court (next to the soccer field) and place their glow stick in a large clear tube.... Sun, 12 May 2019 22:10:26 +1200 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post40432 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/39943/Are-you-a-photographer-or-videographerWe-need-you/ Space has opened up on our HM Rage team for photographers and videographers to capture imagery at this year’s camp. We realise we’re only a few short weeks away from camp (eep!), so if it’s on your heart to serve in either of these areas, we’d really love to hear from you ASAP. Specifically, we’re looking for:2+ photographers to shoot stills that capture the heart of what’s going on at camp. Images will be edited daily and put into Dropbox by around 11pm each evening, ... Mon, 29 Apr 2019 22:08:11 +1200 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post39943 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/37996/Let-us-help-you-out-with-some-answers-to-frequently-asked-questions/ What is HM Rage?HM Rage is a Christian camp for teenagers (high schoolers in years 9 to 13). The camp has been run by a bunch of volunteers from around the North Island for more than 30 years. The aim is to provide a fun, energetic, social, and Christ-focused option for teenagers over Queen’s Birthday weekend. I want to attend, or know someone who does. What must I do to register?HM Rage takes registrations from youth groups only (rather than from individuals). If you’re a teenager you must ... Tue, 12 Mar 2019 09:29:36 +1300 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post37996 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/28520/2018-small-group-questions-for-leaders/ These small group questions are designed to facilitate discussion amongst your youth group following each main session at HM Rage. Talk through them with your group during small group time. Session #1 - Saturday morningWhat is your favourite food?What are some ways we see people settle for stones?Have you ever said no to stones and been able to later enjoy the real bread/blessing?Clint said that "The devil offers us stones, that always lead to death, Jesus offers us bread, that leads to life". D... Thu, 31 May 2018 05:58:13 +1200 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post28520 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/27932/2018-programmefind-out-what-s-happening-when/ The HM Rage 2018 programme is here! Please note, a programme app with programme details and locations is also currently being developed and will be released for download before camp. For any programme-related questions pre camp, contact HM Rage director Jono Bay: jonoabay@gmailcom. For any programme-related questions at camp visit the Intel HQ Info Tent. Friday 8:00pm - arrival and registration9:15pm - late night show 11:30pm - after hours, including: talent heats (individual and ... Tue, 15 May 2018 12:27:52 +1200 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post27932 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/post/27575/2018-breakout-sessionsspeakers-and-topics/ We now have a list of this year’s breakout session topics and speakers. They tackle important contemporary issues and run in an hour slot on the Saturday and Sunday morning of camp. Your young people can choose which session they prefer to attend on each day. Check out the blurbs and have a think about which one(s) you and your young people would like to attend. Crapchat, Snapchat: Where is Jesus when Life Sucks?Life can suck. In a world which hits us with divorce, death and despair - how do w... Thu, 03 May 2018 13:46:46 +1200 http://www.hmrage.co.nz/blog/#post27575