Welcome to Student Ministry
Purpose
Our youth ministry exists to reach non-believing students, to connect them with other Christians, to help all students grow in their walk with God and their faith, to challenge them to serve and make a difference both in their community and beyond, and to honor God with their lives.
There are many different ways for students in grades 6-12 to connect and get plugged in. We have a great mix of students that come from many different towns, schools, and backgrounds, which makes our student ministry diverse and unique. It’s a place to have fun, make friends, get connected, and learn more about God. Over the last 14 years of working with teenagers, I’ve found that one of the most difficult hurdles to overcome is fear of the unknown. It is our sincere desire to see teens involved and become active in our ministry. We’ll help!Here are five key words to consider:
FEAR
It can be scary walking into a room full of students for the first time. We want students to know that their feelings are natural and they are not alone. Although there are many students involved in our student ministry, we also have plenty of ways for it to “feel” small. It’s because we value community.
FUN
We want to shatter the stereotype that church equals boring. Having fun matters to God, and we make sure that students experience just that, fun!
FAITH
Our primary goal is to help teens grow in his/her faith. We have quality programs that assist students in their spiritual growth. We want them to love God and love others. That’s what Jesus did and we want to model Him.
FRIENDS
Students become like the people they hang out with. Connecting with others who share their beliefs is vital to their overall development. Make friends that will last a lifetime here.
FINISH
We want to see students finish their teen years with a “sticky faith” that stays with them throughout their college years, having lifelong plans to serve God. We look forward to getting to meet new students and seeing them grow physically, emotionally, mentally, and of course, spiritually.
Steve Kinsel
Student Ministries Director