But as for you, continue in what you have learned and firmly believed. You know those who taught you, and you know that from childhood you have known the sacred Scriptures, which are able to give you wisdom for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. – 2 Timothy 3:14-15
The teen years are difficult, no doubt. They’re also a time when it is critical for young people to mature in their faith, be surrounded by a community of other believers, and be prepared to articulate their faith. Our Student Ministry staff and volunteers help 7th-12th graders be the church by discovering life in Christ, connecting with God and others, and serving others in obedience to Him.
Click the tabs below to explore the facets of our student ministry.
SUNDAY MORNINGS
Junior and senior high students gather in the basement of the College Avenue Building Sundays for worship, Bible teaching, and small group time. We also have ping pong and other games to play during connecting time!
Senior High (9th - 12th grades) - 9-10:10 AM
Junior High (7th and 8th grades) - 10:30-11:40 PM
MID-WEEK MEET-UPS
Our Wednesday night Mid-Week Meet-Ups are part of Fed & Led, which includes a meal and programming for every member of the family!
After the meal (which is optional, from 5:45-6:10 PM), we meet in the College Avenue Building basement from 6:30-8 PM for connecting time and the student’s choice of small group Bible studies.
SPECIAL EVENTS
In addition to Sunday School and Mid-Week Meet-Ups, students enjoy a diverse offering of special events, including:
Big Weekend, spring break trip (sr high), graduation banquet (seniors), Summer Sizzle, Sky Ranch trip (sr high), mission trips (sr high), Youth Tennis Clinic, Worlds of Fun trip, movie nights, Christmas in KC (sr high), and service projects.
MEDICAL RELEASE FORM
This form is to be completed annually by the parent or guardian for each student. Thank you for helping us to keep our records up to date!
SUBSCRIBE TO STUDENT MINISTRY EMAILS
We’ll contact you regularly throughout the year with information about our current lessons, event updates and parenting helps. Subscribe today!
VOLUNTEER AS AN ADULT LEADER OR MENTOR
We’d love to visit with you about joining our volunteer team of small group leaders and mentors. Sign up today!
Summer Interns
Each year, we employ six summer interns. These college-age men and women have completed at least their freshman year of college and desire to stretch and grow in their faith and leadership as they create and nurture God-honoring relationships with middle and high school students. Our interns also plan and execute a robust offering of summer events and retreats for our students. If you’d like to be considered for one of these positions, please download our Student Ministry Intern Position Description and complete our Student Ministry Intern Application. Email your completed application to Student Ministry Pastor Jeremy McGrath at jeremy@discovertbc.com.
