Uni Houses

St Mark's offers 3 houses on-site for university rental accommodation. The aim of this ministry is not just to provide a roof over students' heads during their time at university, but provide and build a loving community which connects well with the wider church family and ministry of St Mark's.   

How are the houses set-up?

The 3 houses on-site each accommodate 5-7 residents, with a combination of single and shared rooms. A senior resident is appointed in each of the houses with responsibility to ensure the households are running well and to provide appropriate pastoral care. This care is offered in close partnership with our Youth & Young Adult’s minister and Chaplain to the Unihouses James Ulrich and our Church Administrator Elizabeth Stark. The desire of the ministry is to see residents establish their independence as they move away from home and to help them grow in their relationship with God.

who can apply?

Applications are open to students between the ages of 18-25 who identify themselves as either Christian or non-Christian. Applicants are assessed according to how well they are likely to contribute to the overall running of the households and the building of community within them. Placements are offered on a yearly basis, with the opportunity to extend them for subsequent years if deemed mutually beneficial.

young adult community

Residents in the Unihouse are encouraged to get involved in the wider young adult ministry of St Mark’s. This includes the opportunity to be part of a weekly young adult growth group, currently meeting at the church on Wednesday nights. Other growth groups within the church are also available for residents to be a part of if Wednesday night is not convenient. This is a great opportunity to build relationships and explore together the teaching of the Christian faith. We can also offer residents the opportunity to meet 1-1 with an older Christian from the church for prayer, encouragement and support if that is desired.

connection with broader church family

We believe the partnership between the Unihouse and St Mark’s church family works best when the residents connect well with our wider church family. Residents are encouraged to become part of one of our Sunday congregations, particularly our 5pm service, at which they can find a spiritual home and be given opportunities to serve.

more info

For more information on the uni house ministry, including rental rates and how to apply, click on the attachments below for the Unihouse Resident Handbook and application form. For any other enquiries contact Elizabeth Stark at liz.stark@stmarksww.org.au or (02) 4225 8622 or James Ulrich (0415 150 565).