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Taking your faith in Christ to the next level.
When it comes down to it, student ministry is about ownership – it’s about taking that next step in one’s faith journey. As the primary faith influence, parents play a vital role in this process. Our job is to come alongside parents and partner with them in impacting a student’s life. We provide environments where students encounter Christ holistically in order to respond more clearly to His leading.
While our programs play an integral part, relationships are what matter most. Authentic faith occurs when every teenager has a place to belong and people who believe in what Christ can do in them. Hence, leading small becomes the foundation for leading big for the kingdom of God.
Summer Weekly Programs
RENEW
RENEW meets on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:45 AM in the Youth Suite (F329), just before the 11:00 AM service. It’s a space for 6th–12th grade students to grow in faith and community through:
- Fellowship that nurtures belonging
- Table discussions connecting our faith to the rest of our lives outside the church
- Games that build friendships through fun
- And yes — there are Pop-Tarts!
Come be part of a vibrant, welcoming group that makes faith real, relevant, and fun.
Upcoming Events
End-Of-School Bonfire
End-Of-School Bonfire is May 21 from 6-8 PM at Highground Fire Pit. We will have hot dogs and hamburgers, smores, and outdoor games. This is the start of our “Dog Days Of Summer.”
VBS Helpers
VBS is June 8-11 from 5-8:30 PM. All students are encouraged to sign-up to help out using the button below.
Youth Week:
Board Game Night
When: Monday, June 23
Time: 6-9 PM
Where: Youth Suite, F329
Cost: Free
Will There Be Food: Light Snacks
No Registration Required
Youth Week:
Scavenger Hunt
When: Tuesday, June 24
Time: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Where: Georgia Aquarium and World of Coke
Cost: $45 (covers transportation and ticket only, food not included)
Registration Deadline: June 17
Youth Week:
Service Project / Nerf Battle
When: Wednesday, June 25
Time: 5- 7:30 PM
Where: Lula Dobbs
Cost: Free
Will There Be Food: Light Snacks
No Registration Required
Youth Week:
Tribes
When: Thursday, June 26
Time: 6-9 PM
Where: Youth Suite, F329
Cost: Free
Will There Be Food: No
No Registration Required
Youth Week:
Six Flags
When: Friday, June 27
Time: 12-9:30 PM
Where: Six Flags Over Georgia
Cost: $5 (covers transportation only, ticket into the park and food not included)
Registration Deadline: June 20
Beach Camp
When: May 30 – June 2
Where: Laguna Beach Christian Retreat, FL
With: North Georgia UMC Conference
Cost: $275
Deadline Has Passed
River of Life: Mission Trip
When: June 18-22
Where: Dallas First UMC
With: Other UMC Churches
Cost: $150
Deadline Has Passed
Costa Rica: Upper High School Mission Trip
When: July 12-19
Who: 11th-12th Grade Students (2024-2025 School Year)
Where: Costa Rica
With: Costa Rica Mission Project
Cost: $1,700 (before fundraisers)
Deadline Has Passed
Summer 2025 Calendar
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