Youth Ministries
Our Vision
The vision of our youth programs is to assist youth to become deeply committed followers of Jesus Christ who love God, care for each other, and serve in the world.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to bring young people together in a life of faith, fellowship, and action and to address spiritual, emotional, and social needs unique to youth. We create a safe space for our young people to gather and share their lives with each other and caring adult mentors.
Our Mission
We bring youth and adults together to build meaningful relationships with each other and with God. Our ministry provides opportunity to encounter Christ and serve God through mission trips and service projects while growing better disciples of Christ. Through worship, activities, and conversation, we explore our faith, grow in fellowship, and develop Christ-like lives.
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Youth Group
Helping the next generation explore and exercise their faith
- Students from middle and high school meet regularly during the school year.
- Typically, we meet on Sunday morning at 10:30 AM and on Wednesday Nights
- For deeper discussions, the group is often split into age-appropriate dialog.
- We also engage in mission and events.
Camp, Serving, and Missions
Opportunities to BE the church
- High School students can participate in Appalachia Service Project.
- Youth can be junior counselors for elementary camp at Lake Lucerne.
- Youth can serve in elementary Sunday School, worship and technology, hospitality, and mission projects.
Confirmation for 7th grade and up
Confirmation is a Christian tradition for bringing our youngest members into the church
- During confirmation, we study the bible, probe our faith, and go on overnight retreats.
- Confirmation is a principle path to membership in the church.
- Talk to the pastoral staff if you would like to be part of the next class.