"Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20
Our Student Ministry exists to equip students and families to faithfully follow Jesus and make his name known personally, passionately, and globally for a lifetime
Our Student Ministry is currently meeting as one big group Wednesday nights at 7pm via Zoom. Join our Remind updates to get more information about that. Groups are also ,getting through out the week for discipleship, encouragement, and accountability.
We are in a special season of not meeting in our normal ways in groups in the same place. Take advantage of this time to have more time in The Word by yourself, with friend, and with family. Here is an easy model, SPECKA, from IMB worker Ken Sorrell that I recommend:
S.P.E.C.K.A. is an example of less is more.
S.P.E.C.K.A. is simple, easy to use, requires minimum to no preparation time, and on top of all this, it’s easily reproducible. Not everyone will teach, but everyone can lead a group through a Bible study using S.P.E.C.K.A. The best small group leaders ask good questions to their group (and here they are below!), rather than teaching their group. Feel free to add question.
Read a chapter of God's Word and then go through the questions below (write down your thoughts and reflection)
Quaran-teen Zoom Groups have begun! Text kaa443 to 81010 to receive our Student Ministry updates.
We are in a special season of not meeting in our normal ways in groups in the same place. Take advantage of this time to have more time in The Word by yourself, with friend, and with family. Here is an easy model, SPECKA, from IMB worker Ken Sorrell that I recommend:
S.P.E.C.K.A. is an example of less is more.
S.P.E.C.K.A. is simple, easy to use, requires minimum to no preparation time, and on top of all this, it’s easily reproducible. Not everyone will teach, but everyone can lead a group through a Bible study using S.P.E.C.K.A. The best small group leaders ask good questions to their group (and here they are below!), rather than teaching their group. Feel free to add question.
Read a chapter of God's Word and then go through the questions below (write down your thoughts and reflection)
- S Is there any SIN to avoid?
- P Is there any PROMISE to claim?
- E Is there any good EXAMPLE to follow or bad EXAMPLE to avoid?
- C Is there any COMMAND to obey?
- K Is there any KNOWLEDGE to remember? (about God or how He works)
- A What is the APPLICATION for my life?
Quaran-teen Zoom Groups have begun! Text kaa443 to 81010 to receive our Student Ministry updates.
7/24 Challenge: For 7 days a week spend at least 24 minutes in God's Word, prayer, and S.P.E.C.K.A. journaling. That is just 1.7% of our day!
Sunday Morning
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We usually have a "master teacher" format led by Pastor Michael. Right now, we are going through 'The Story' until the end of the school year. These are our break-out discussion groups:
7th Girls Toni Evans, Kristi House 8th Girls Karen Johnson 7th-8th Boys Adnan Rekic, Mike Gilliam 9th-10th Mixed Melissa Wilbanks 11th-12th Mixed Michael Wilbanks, Jim House Other leaders: Shaun Evans, Renee Gilliam |
Sunday Night
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All Sunday Night activities are suspended through May 3rd following CDC guidelines concerning COVID-19. Join us on Sunday nights for our youth worship service! Students experience games, uplifting worship music led by our student praise band, yummy FOOD, and a challenging message! Service begins at 5:30pm with snacks & fellowship. (Stay tuned for our summer schedule! )
Leaders: Michael Wilbanks, Grant Finch, Tasha Drury, Jim House, Don Thurman |
Connect Groups
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On Wednesday nights, guys and girls meet separately at Faith for fun, fellowship, and Bible study. This is a perfect environment to get to know other students in a smaller setting while being encouraged in your walk of faith! (Fall Group Start Date TBD)
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Disciple NOW // Disciple Now (DNow) is an intentional weekend of spiritual investment into the lives of students 7th-12th grade. Students are divided into small groups by gender and will stay at a host home from our church. During small group studies and large group gatherings, we will dive deep into God’s Word and apply it to our lives. Our aim is for students to draw closer to each other in Christ-like community and to the God of the Universe in their personal relationship.
Summer Mission 2020// We will be partnering with World Changers in Cincinnati, OH on July 17th-24, 2020 to impact the city for Jesus. There is no greater opportunity to grow in your faith than through serving and sharing your hope and joy we have in Jesus with others. Just knowing about Jesus is not being obedient; Jesus calls us to go out and make disciples who make disciples. This is done in our normal routines, but also through special trips. Students will learn how to share their faith practically, passionately, and confidently. See https://worldchangers.lifeway.com/project/cincinnati-oh/ for more info.
Super Summer 2020// This event is TBD and at Hannibal LaGrange University July 10-24, 2020. This is a great opportunity develop your faith learning how to follow Jesus personally and passionately for a lifetime. We will get in the Word of God and apply it in our lives, while growing in deeper relationship with each other. We will also join hundreds of other students from across Missouri to have a lot of fun!
Summer Missions Program // The Summer Missions Program is for students (ages 18-25). Summer Missions is a practical look at discipleship here in Missouri and wherever we go. Summer Missions is a 10-week internship made possible through the Missouri Missions Offering. You will be assigned with Pastor Michael, Pastor Doug, or our Children's Director Cindy to serve and grow in obedience following Jesus no matter what plans you have next, full-time ministry or other. Deadline to apply is March 3.
7th Grade Welcome Weekend 2020 // We desire for our incoming students to the student ministry to feel welcomed and able to make friends easily. We will have a day full of games, team-building exercises, food, worship and in God's Word, and FUN! There will be a Meet-N-Greet for all parents to learn about our student ministry, and socialize with other parents, Pastor Michael, and our leaders. Our goal is to ensure that this transition and the new school year is about pursuing obedience and faithfulness in following Jesus above all else.
Fall Retreat // Our Fall Retreat (Date TBD) is a great time to start off the school year meeting new friends and deepening current relationships. We usually have an over night trip with games, food, and discipleship time. Our goal is to ensure that the new school year is about pursuing obedience and faithfulness in following Jesus above all else. This is only going to happen if we are plugged into strong Christian community, accountability, and encouragement.
Summer Mission 2020// We will be partnering with World Changers in Cincinnati, OH on July 17th-24, 2020 to impact the city for Jesus. There is no greater opportunity to grow in your faith than through serving and sharing your hope and joy we have in Jesus with others. Just knowing about Jesus is not being obedient; Jesus calls us to go out and make disciples who make disciples. This is done in our normal routines, but also through special trips. Students will learn how to share their faith practically, passionately, and confidently. See https://worldchangers.lifeway.com/project/cincinnati-oh/ for more info.
Super Summer 2020// This event is TBD and at Hannibal LaGrange University July 10-24, 2020. This is a great opportunity develop your faith learning how to follow Jesus personally and passionately for a lifetime. We will get in the Word of God and apply it in our lives, while growing in deeper relationship with each other. We will also join hundreds of other students from across Missouri to have a lot of fun!
Summer Missions Program // The Summer Missions Program is for students (ages 18-25). Summer Missions is a practical look at discipleship here in Missouri and wherever we go. Summer Missions is a 10-week internship made possible through the Missouri Missions Offering. You will be assigned with Pastor Michael, Pastor Doug, or our Children's Director Cindy to serve and grow in obedience following Jesus no matter what plans you have next, full-time ministry or other. Deadline to apply is March 3.
7th Grade Welcome Weekend 2020 // We desire for our incoming students to the student ministry to feel welcomed and able to make friends easily. We will have a day full of games, team-building exercises, food, worship and in God's Word, and FUN! There will be a Meet-N-Greet for all parents to learn about our student ministry, and socialize with other parents, Pastor Michael, and our leaders. Our goal is to ensure that this transition and the new school year is about pursuing obedience and faithfulness in following Jesus above all else.
Fall Retreat // Our Fall Retreat (Date TBD) is a great time to start off the school year meeting new friends and deepening current relationships. We usually have an over night trip with games, food, and discipleship time. Our goal is to ensure that the new school year is about pursuing obedience and faithfulness in following Jesus above all else. This is only going to happen if we are plugged into strong Christian community, accountability, and encouragement.