The Youth Ministries Purpose
Exalt God’s Glory
Youth Ministries is aligned with the vision of the church to Exalt God’s Glory through worship Sunday evenings during Club 6:12 (Youth Group), Youth Retreats, and Youth Summer Trips.
Equip God’s People by
• Growing in knowledge through Connection Class curriculum, and Guys and Girls Discipleship Groups (D-Groups)
• Building Community through Club 6:12, D-Groups, and mentoring relationships
• Equipping teens to present their testimony, to present the Gospel and to minister to those in need.
Extend God’s Kingdom by reaching out to those near and far through
• Club 6:12
• Community Carnival
• WOW Camp
• Youth Group monthly “Big Events”
Weekly Activities
Youth Connection Hour
Meets Sunday mornings from 9 to 10:10 and is for students in 5-6th, 7-8th, and 9-12th grades. Youth Connection Hour includes fellowship, Bible teaching, and small groups to assist the students in building stronger relationships with one another and with the Lord. For 2011-2012, grades 5-6, and 7-8 are using Children Desiring God material. Grades 9-12 will study material to assist them in growing deeper in their relationship with the Lord.
Club 6:12 (Youth Group)
Meets Sunday evenings from 6:12 to 8:12 and is for students in 7-8th and 9-12th grades. This is a time of fun, worship, Bible study and food. Club 6:12 is designed to create an environment that the students enjoy participating in as they are nurtured and encouraged in their faith. This is also a great time for teens to bring their friends, particularly on the 4th Sunday “Big Event” nights.
Indy Youth Nights
When PCA church youth groups from central Indiana gather once every 2 months for fun, fellowship, worship and food!
Monday Night D-Groups
Meet on Monday evenings.
• Boys meet for dinner, study, and small groups at Tom Luchenbill’s home from 7:00 - 8:45.
• Girls meet from 7:15-8:45 for snacks, study and small groups at the Jacobson’s home.
Other Activities Include
Retreats
We have two Junior High and two Senior High retreats during the year. Retreats are designed to place the students in an environment where they can “get away,” have good food, fun, and fellowship; and most importantly, grow spiritually.
Retreat Dates:
Jr. High Fall Retreat @ Walnut Hills, October 7-9
Sr. High Fall Retreat @ Walnut Hills, November 11-13
Jr. High Winter Retreat @ Pine Trail Camp in Saugatuck MI, January 20-22
Sr. High Winter Retreat @ Cedar Bend in Mancelona MI, February 17-20
Summer Trips:
Summer trips include a Jr. High Bike Hike and a Sr. High Mission Trip.