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Twelve Apostles' Students Association

Est. 1993

Evolutionthrough Christ.

A vibrant community of students growing together in spirit and purpose — rooted in the Twelve Apostles' Church in Christ.

Students nationwide
one family in Christ

/ 01Who we are

Born on campus.
Grown in faith.

Established by divine revelation in 1993 and officially registered in 1995 at the University of the Western Cape. Today TASA is international — in universities, colleges and high schools — open to all students with no prejudice of background or affiliation. We serve under the leadership of the Twelve Apostles' Church in Christ while being student-driven.

1993

Founded by divine revelation

30+

Years of student ministry

9+

Provinces & international branches

5

Developmental focus areas

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Vision

To be the Mass Based Christian Association of Choice in Institutions of Higher Learning.

Matthew 28:19

Mission

Value-adding and comprehensive Spiritual, Social, Economic and Academic development to students and communities.

Motto

Evolution through Christ

Philippians 4:13

Members embracing in TASA 30th anniversary shirts30 years of TASA ✦

/ 02Our values

Six letters.
One name.

Our CHRIST values shape how we study, worship and serve — on campus and beyond.

  1. CChristian Enlightenment & Spiritual Transformation
  2. HHuman Wellness & Morality
  3. RRestoration of Peace and Unity
  4. IIntensive Promotion of Education
  5. SSustainable Spiritual Development
  6. TThriving in God's Love and Fellowship
The TASA emblem: a red cross with drops of blood above open hands, encircled by a chain

The meaning of our emblem

Chain of Unity · Peace · Love

Gold Chain
Unity, peace and love that binds us together
Red Cross
Source of our responsibilities and life
Blood
Christian teachings from the Apostles and sacrifices through tithes & offerings
Open Hands
Acceptance and appreciation of the teachings

/ 03Developmental focus

Whole-person
formation.

Five pillars that turn students into graduates who lead — in church, in community and in the economy.

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Academics

Bursaries, study groups and career guidance.

Competitive graduates

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Spirituality

Revivals, Bible studies, evangelism, choir and services.

God-loving citizens

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Social (Ubuntu)

Interfaith harmony, community outreach and teamwork.

Peace and unity

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Health Awareness

HIV/AIDS, wellness and substance-abuse education.

A healthy generation

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Economic Empowerment

Entrepreneurship, financial mentoring and job support.

National growth

/ 04Weekly rhythm

A week with TASA.

Our structured week keeps you spiritually fed, academically sharp, and socially connected.

  1. MonBible Studies & Cell Groups
  2. TueWorship & Music Practice
  3. WedChurch Service
  4. ThuAcademic & Development Day
  5. FriTASA Social / Fellowship
  6. SatEvangelism & Crusades
  7. SunChurch Service
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Two students laughing together
Young women in white singing and clapping
A TASA Gauteng member smiling
Students cheering in the hall
A member in a blue shirt cheering

/ 05Why TASA

Find your
people.

  • 01Spiritual transformation and growth
  • 02Academic excellence & study buddies
  • 03Lifelong brothers and sisters who guide you
  • 04Fun yet fulfilling worship and fellowship
  • 05Leadership development for campus and beyond

/ 06How we are organised

From conference to campus.

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Student-led, church-guided

  1. 1

    National Conference

    The highest decision-making gathering of all branches.

  2. 2

    National Executive Committee

    Leads the association between conferences.

  3. 3

    Provincial Executive Committees

    Coordinate branches within each province.

  4. 4

    Branch Executive Committees

    Run the weekly programme on every campus and school.

  5. 5

    Members

    Students — the heartbeat of TASA.

Supported by: Educational Fund Committee · Alumni Committee · Resource Mobilization Committee

“

TASA gave me a spiritual family on campus when I felt alone. I graduated with distinction while growing deeper in faith.

— Former member, UWC
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“

The leadership training through TASA shaped who I am today as a professional and as a servant of God.

— TASA alumni, Gauteng
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TASA members in church uniform for a group photo

/ 07Branches

There's a TASA
near you.

With branches in all major provinces and internationally, there is a TASA community on your campus or at your high school — or one waiting to be planted.

Choose a province to see its branches

Tertiary

Universities & colleges

Campus branches run weekly Bible studies, worship, academic days and fellowship.

Also in

TASA in High Schools

TASA is present in high schools too — growing learners in faith and study habits before they reach campus.

Can't find your campus or school? Contact the national office.

/ 09Resources

Tools for the journey.

Devotionals, Bible study guides, academic support, health awareness and financial literacy — all in one place.

01

Devotionals

Daily reflections and spiritual growth materials.

Coming soon

02

Academic Support

Study guides, career resources and bursary info.

Coming soon

03

Health & Wellness

HIV awareness, mental health and wellness guides.

Coming soon

/ 10Blog & articles

From the community.

The TASA family group photoLeadership

Building a Uniform TASA Identity

Full blog platform coming soon.

A TASA Zimbabwe student at the podiumFaith & Spirituality

Faith & Academics: Finding Balance

Full blog platform coming soon.

A TACC leader in front of the Evolution Through Christ bannerLeadership

Leadership Lessons from the Apostles

Full blog platform coming soon.

Our family of institutions

Twelve Apostles' Church in ChristTwelve Apostles' Church in ChristOur mother church
TACC Educational FundTACC Educational FundRun jointly by TACC & TASA

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