Wednesday Night Student Ministry
Sept-May
Grades 6-12 and their friends
Optional Pizza served at 6:00, suggested donation of $1 per slice
Large and Small Group Programming at 6:30-8:00 (students broken out by grade)
Grove Students puts an emphasis on relationship building in Christian community and a healthy sense of spiritual formation by using Re:Form curriculum, interactive learning times, group games for community building, dedicated and experienced adult leaders. High school and middle school lock-ins provide a safe fun and space.
Confirmation
Students can be confirmed in the fall of their 10th grade year (or anytime after). Students and parents are highly encouraged to participate in the following activities 6th through 9th grade as preparation for confirmation.
- Regular involvement in Wednesday Night Student Ministry.
- Completion of 6 worship trackers each year
- Engage in two service opportunities
- Participation in 2 parent-student nights each year
- Serve during Summer Stretch at least one summer 6th-8th grade
- Participate in a confirmation retreat in 8th and 9th grade
- Go on the senior high mission trip between 9th and 10th grade
Parent-Student Nights
Three times a year parents and students gather for a free meal, time to connect with other families and we provide learning times for issues that affect students and families. Evenings are always fun, encouraging
and welcoming.
Examples of topics include:
- Importance of spiritual formation
- Social media
- Family emotional health
- Topics suggested by parents
Service
Summer Stretch
Wednesdays in June for students who completed grades 5-8. Friends are welcome!
In the morning, students volunteer in community service projects. At noon, students return to the church for lunch and afternoon activities. Past projects have included: thrift stores, gardening, childcare, feeding programs and senior programs. Past afternoon activities have included water parks, Sky Zone, bowling, and Valley Fair.
High School Mission Trip
One week in July for students who completed grade 8 and up and adults of all ages
Rotating every other year between a regional trip and a trip to MountainTOP in Tennessee, our high school trips urge students to step out of their comfort zones, learn about solutions for injustice and oppression, and build the foundation of service.
Leadership Opportunities
High Schol students can enroll as leaders for Summer Stretch and apply to be our Summer Intern. These opportunities give them safe and guided leadership growth experience.