Grace Youth Ministry

Our youth ministry is intentionally inclusive, seeking to provide a safe community where every middle and high school student is welcomed with love.

Who We Are:

We are passionate about fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaging environment for 6th to 12th graders, where young people can grow in their faith, build lasting friendships, and serve the community, all while feeling valued and loved, just as they are.

What We Do & When We Meet

Weekly Gatherings:

  • Wednesday Nights: During the school year, we gather on Wednesday nights from 6-8 pm for a time of worship, discussion, service, and fun. These gatherings follow a four-week rotation:

    • Week 1: Worship Night

    • Week 2: Flex Night (varies each month based on the theme)

    • Week 3: Service Project Night

    • Week 4: Small Group Discussion Night

      • See more details in our 2024 Fall Calendar HERE.

  • Sunday School: Year-round, we meet on Sunday mornings from 10:15-11:15 am.

  • Confirmation Program: Every other year, we offer a year-long Confirmation program. This program is very involved, pairing each student with an adult mentor and covering essential aspects of the Christian faith. Get more information about Confirmation HERE.

  • We take a break from regular Wednesday gatherings during summer break and schedule weekly "summer fun days" instead.

Special Events

  • Retreats: We host a fall retreat at the beginning of the school year and a winter retreat at the start of the spring semester.

  • Mission Trips: Each summer, our youth participate in a mission trip to serve communities and grow in their faith.

  • Other Events: Throughout the year, we also have exciting events like lock-ins, game nights, and more.

For information about upcoming youth ministry events, check out our youth Facebook page!

Connect & Support

Our ministry thrives on the support of dedicated adult volunteers. Roles include:

  • Small group leaders

  • Worship and music ensemble assistants

  • Meal providers

  • Set-up and clean-up helpers

  • Transportation helpers

  • Behind-the-scenes support for planning, budgeting, and communication

  • Confirmation Mentors: Each Confirmation student is paired with an adult mentor to guide them through their faith journey.

  • GraceSafe: All volunteers participate in our GraceSafe program to ensure the safety and well-being of our youth. Get more information about GraceSafe HERE.

We strive to communicate in a variety of ways. In addition to our Facebook and Instagram (@gracemjyouth), weekly updates via email, text updates via Remind, and much more. For more information or to get connected, please contact Jordan Littrell at jordan@gracemj.org.