Rise Up Student Ministry
Our youth ministry invites young disciples to live into the calling to be disciples of Christ through community and mission.
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Real Faith. |
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Weekly and Monthly Activities
Due to COVID-19, many of our programs are currently on hold or may look a little different. Please take note of changes to indoor and in-person activities.
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Sunday School
Sunday School is a time for the youth to dive deep into the Word of God. It is a time of intensive learning and discussion, and young men and women will grow in their faith through the Confirmation classes and then deal with how the Bible interacts with their lives during their senior high classes. During the summer, all youth will meet in the PAD for combined Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. |
Sunday Night Fellowship
Sunday Night Youth Fellowship is a time for young people to enjoy a night of food, fellowship, games, and a Bible lesson. Students will be given a chance to interact with other youth and be introduced to the Word of God in a fun and new way.
Sunday Night Youth has concluded for the semester. We will begin meeting again in the fall!
Sunday Night Youth Fellowship is a time for young people to enjoy a night of food, fellowship, games, and a Bible lesson. Students will be given a chance to interact with other youth and be introduced to the Word of God in a fun and new way.
Sunday Night Youth has concluded for the semester. We will begin meeting again in the fall!
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Small Groups
Small Groups offer youth the opportunity to gather in same-gender groups to discuss current issues and to build a mentoring relationship with positive role models. In these group settings, students share thoughts and devotions and are able to grow their relationships with Christ and have their voices heard. Small Groups meet on the third Sunday of the month in place of Sunday Night Fellowship. |
Upcoming Events
To access a printable copy of the youth calendar, click here.
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Second Sunday Intergenerational Breakfast
August 8, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. Be sure to join us for our final intergenerational breakfast on Sunday, August 8, at 9:00 a.m.! Adults, youth, and children will meet in the Fellowship Hall Portico where we will share a COVID-safe breakfast, fellowship, and participate in a lesson led by church staff. We look forward to seeing you then!
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Sr. High Mission Trip
July 18-24, 2021 Don't miss this incredible opportunity to serve in Lexington County, SC! With Next Step Ministries, we'll have the chance to partner with local churches and organizations on projects ranging from construction work to serving food to leading VBS. Come be the hands and feet of Christ and serve alongside our SC neighbors!
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Want to get involved?To learn more about our Faith Formation Ministry, contact Susannah Bryant, Director of Faith Formation, at sbyant@fpcgastonia.org.
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Links and Resources
Photo Release Form
To ensure your privacy and that of your family is protected, we invite you to sign our Photo Release Form, acknowledging that your child's photo can be taken at church events and used for print and digital publications (i.e. First Press, church website, and social media.) Please fill out one submission for each child by clicking here.
Medical Release Form
Please fill out this form to provide emergency medical information for your youth as they participate in church events. Click here.
Register for the Youth E-Blast
Stay up-to-date! Receive weekly updates and information about upcoming events! Sign up by clicking here.
Follow us on Social Media!
FPC Youth, parents, and friends are invited to follow @fpcyouthgastonia on Facebook and @fpcgastoniayouth on Instagram (note the slight name difference) to receive updates and photos, and to stay connected with each other online.
To ensure your privacy and that of your family is protected, we invite you to sign our Photo Release Form, acknowledging that your child's photo can be taken at church events and used for print and digital publications (i.e. First Press, church website, and social media.) Please fill out one submission for each child by clicking here.
Medical Release Form
Please fill out this form to provide emergency medical information for your youth as they participate in church events. Click here.
Register for the Youth E-Blast
Stay up-to-date! Receive weekly updates and information about upcoming events! Sign up by clicking here.
Follow us on Social Media!
FPC Youth, parents, and friends are invited to follow @fpcyouthgastonia on Facebook and @fpcgastoniayouth on Instagram (note the slight name difference) to receive updates and photos, and to stay connected with each other online.
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