Student Ministry

Youth Group Sunday

The youth group will now be 4th grade and up. Youth groups will be split into 4th-7th graders and 8th-12th graders for lessons, games, and small group time. At the end of the youth group, we will join together for a meal provided by the church.

• 4 PM –5 PM: Youth Room Opens

• 5 PM – 5:15 PM: Live Worship

• 5:20 PM – 6:20 PM: Lesson Activity

• 6:20 PM – 7 PM: Free Dinner

Youth Water Night

Friday, May 24 from 5 PM – 7 PM

We are kicking off the summer with our annual water day and cook out to celebrate school being over and all the exciting things coming this summer! Incoming 4th graders are invited to join and meet the youth group. Please sign-up using out Youth Activities Sign-Up to make sure we have plenty of food.

Love Your Neighbor Camp

June 2 – June 7, 2024

“Love Your Neighbor Camp” is an empowering at-home mission trip experience crafted for students entering 4th grade – 8th grade. Students will be broken up into groups by age. Participants will be immersed in a dynamic program aimed at cultivating empathy, fostering community bonds, and igniting a passion for service. As an overnight experience (students will stay at the New Covenant campus each night), this week-long adventure provides a safe and supportive environment for young minds to explore the transformative power of compassion and selflessness.

Cost: $250

• $50 deposit due at time of registration. No scholarships available for deposit.

• $200 is available to fundraise through three fundraisers (Youth Group Actives Sign-Up). If funds not fully raised through fundraisers, the remaining balance is due on Wednesday, May 1.

Leadership Lab

June 24 – 28, 2024

Leadership Lab is designed to assist youth in acquiring skills that will be useful in congregational, local communities, and the world, while experiencing Christ's love in community. Each level of Lab is structured to help participants progress in their ability to be responsible ministry leaders and helps them grow in their awareness of God, self and others. Your student will travel with Olivia Collins to Rock Island, IL and stay at Augustana College dormintories for the full week. Please contact Olivia Collins if your student is interested in attending.

Cost: $500

• $100 deposit due at time of registration. No scholarships available for deposit

• $400 is available to fundraise through three fundraisers (Youth Group Actives Sign-Up). If funds not fully raised through fundraisers, the remaining balance is due on Wednesday, May 1.

Warren Willis Overnight Camp

July 15 – 20, 2024 (Week 5)

Experience a high-energy, life-changing week at one of our seven weeks of classic overnight camp. Rising 4th-grade students through recently graduated seniors are invited to jump-start their faith while making lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories on beautiful Lake Griffin.

Cost: $475

• Scholarships are available for this camp, to receive the scholarship application, email Olivia.