Love God. Love People.

We strive to see students of every age discover who they are in Jesus Christ and become the world- changers they were created to be. We desire to reach and inspire our students with dynamic outreach, powerful events and relevant discipleship. With these in mind, we strive to see students in a real relationship with Jesus Christ and rooted in community with other believers. 


 
 
 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 

MDWK KICK OFF - AUGUST 12

Join us on Wednesday nights for our midweek services. We meet at the south campus sanctuary (940 Main St.) for worship and preaching at 6:30. Come early, stay late! Our first MDWK of the semester will be August 12th.

PROMOTION SUNDAY - AUG 9

Promotion Sunday will take place on August 9. We are excited to welcome our incoming 6th graders and share what they can expect as they begin the next semester of LifeGroups.

To celebrate, we will also be providing breakfast for both students and leaders. If you would like to help by bringing a breakfast item, please sign up using the link below. We are planning to serve approximately 250 people.

If you sign up to bring a dish, please have it delivered to the Celebration Room by 10:00 AM on Sunday, August 9.

3-WEEK PARENT CLASS - AUG 9, 16, 23

Whether you're new to Student Ministry or simply looking to connect with other parents, we invite you to join us for a three-week Parent Class on August 9, 16, and 23.

Together, we'll discuss what to expect as your student enters the exciting and often challenging seasons of middle school and high school. You'll also have the opportunity to build community with other parents navigating the same stage of life.

The class will meet during the 10:50 AM service in Room 111.

GUATEMALA MISSION TRIP

We’re excited to announce our return trip to El Tejar, Guatemala, taking place March 20–26!

Trip is limited to 25 people. A $200 deposit will reserve your spot until the trip reaches capacity. Registration opens on August 12.

To reserve your place, simply click the button below to submit your deposit.


OFF SCRIPT -

“BUILT ON CHRIST” Parent Series

Our podcast, Off Script, has launched a special series designed specifically for parents, featuring conversations with our staff and Life Group leaders. Each week, we explore a passage from the book of Colossians and discuss practical, biblical principles for navigating the challenges of parenting in today's world. Through honest conversations, each episode offers encouragement and practical insight into what God calls us to be as parents.

Episodes can be found on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Click the links below to listen!

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Caleb Waid

Student Pastor

Avery Moody

Lifegroups + Outreach

Truitt Kidd

Worship

Morgan Ramsey

Girls

Sydney Yarbrough

Creative + Admin

Resources for Parents

Anxiety:

-"Anxious for Nothing" (Book by Max Lucado)

https://www.amazon.com/Anxious-Nothing-Finding-Chaotic-World/dp/0718074211/ref=sr_1_1?crid=540F073FLUI0&dchild=1&keywords=anxious+for+nothing+max+lucado&qid=1609881140&sprefix=Anxious+for+nothing%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-1

Homosexuality:

-"Gay Girl, Good God" (Book by Jackie Hill Perry)

https://www.amazon.com/Gay-Girl-Good-God-Always/dp/1462751229/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Good+Girl+Gay+God&qid=1609880957&sr=8-2


-Is God Anti-Gay" (Book by Sam Allberry)

https://www.amazon.com/God-anti-gay-Questions-Christians-Ask/dp/1908762314/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2WDROL5064142&dchild=1&keywords=is+god+antigay&qid=1609881012&sprefix=Is+God+Anit+%2Caps%2C174&sr=8-2


-Help! My Teen Struggles with Same-Sex attractions" (Booklet by Ben Marshall)

https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/help-my-teen-struggles-with-same-sex-attractions-P005748382



-"Helping Teenagers Cope with Stress and Anxiety" (Blog Post on rootedministry.com)

https://www.rootedministry.com/blog/helping-teenagers-cope-with-stress-and-anxiety/


-"Putting an X through Anxiety" (Booklet by Louie Giglio)

https://www.christianbook.com/putting-through-anxiety-breaking-worry-stress/louie-giglio/9780989850841/pd/140463?kw=21904556892&mt=b&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=CjwKCAiAudD_BRBXEiwAudakXwc5WrLbxI4jbXJrfJ7fh6Z9MUYMcVvlHnP3RBGZVZSdOFVmAu39-hoC9x8QAvD_BwE


Addiction:

-"Goliath Must Fall" (Book by Louie Giglio)

https://www.amazon.com/Goliath-Must-Fall-Winning-Against/dp/0718088867/ref=sr_1_3?crid=31UMH1TOQGGHY&dchild=1&keywords=putting+an+x+through+anxiety+louie+giglio&qid=1609881168&sprefix=putting+an+%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-3


Pornography:

-"Teen Girls and Pornography" (LifeWay Girls Blog Post)

https://girlsministry.lifeway.com/2020/07/08/teen-girls-and-pornography/

-"I Just Caught My Kid Looking at Porn" (Rooted Ministries Blog)

https://erlc.com/resource-library/articles/i-just-caught-my-kid-looking-at-pornography/

Students dealing with divorce in their families:

-"Dealing with Divorce" (LifeWay Girls Blog Post)

https://girlsministry.lifeway.com/2020/05/19/dealing-with-divorce/


Depression:

-"Loving Our Students with Depression" (Article on RootedMinistry.com)

https://www.rootedministry.com/blog/loving-our-students-with-depression-the-god-who-sees/\

-"Parenting A Child with a Major Depressive Disorder" (Article on Rooted Ministry.com)

https://www.rootedministry.com/blog/parenting-child-major-depressive-disorder/


Racism:

-"Conversation Guide on Racism for Parents" (LifeWay Girls Blog Post)

https://girlsministry.lifeway.com/2020/06/17/conversation-guide-on-racism-for-parents/

-"Race Conversation in Student Ministry" (LifeWay Student Ministry Podcast Episode #234)


Vaping:

-'JUULing': the dangerous trend gaining steam among teens"- Article by Kimberly Suiters, WJLA

https://komonews.com/news/nation-world/juuling-the-dangerous-trend-gaining-steam-among-teens


Purity:

-Authentic Love (Bible Study) by Amy Jo Giardier

https://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Love-Christ-Culture-Pursuit/dp/1430064617/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Authentic+love&qid=1609881571&sr=8-2


-"Preparing Your Son for Every Man's Battle" (Book by Stephen Arterburn)

https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/preparing-your-son-for-every-man-s-battle-P005259699


-"Sexual Purity and Student Ministry" (Episode #259 of the Lifeway Student Ministry Podcast)


Sex:

-"Sex, Jesus, and The Conversations the Church Forgot" (Book by Mo Isom)

https://www.amazon.com/Sex-Jesus-Conversations-Church-Forgot/dp/0801019052/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1TQXWJEM0WKDP&dchild=1&keywords=sex%2C+jesus+and+the+conversation+the+church+forgot&qid=1609881505&sprefix=sex%2C+Jesus%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-2


-"Teenagers, Love, Sex, Gender, and Relationships Part 3: Partnering with Parents" (Episode #257 of the Lifeway Student Ministry Podcast)


Social Media:

- Tiktok from Lifeway Girls Ministry https://girlsministry.lifeway.com/2020/10/13/tiktok-snapchat-and-the-mysterious-concept-of-wisdom/

-"Understanding A Generation Saturated by Social Media" (LifeWay Student Ministry Podcast Episode #192)

Suicide:

https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/how-to-start-the-conversation-with-your-kids-about-suicide/

https://www.desiringgod.org/topics/suicide/all

Rebellion:

-"Trusting God with a wayward child" (Blog Post from Rooted Ministry)

https://www.rootedministry.com/blog/trusting-god-with-a-wayward-child/

-"Rebellious Daughter" (Article on Lifeway Girls Blog)

https://girlsministry.lifeway.com/2020/08/26/the-rebellious-daughter/

-"the Strong Willed Child" (Book by Dr. James Dobson)

https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/the-new-strong-willed-child-P005707886


Having conversations with your child:

-Lifeway Girls Mothers & Daughters Conversation Guide https://girlsministry.lifeway.com/2020/11/19/free-resource-parent-daughter-conversation-guide/

-"5 Conversations You Must Have with Your Son" (Book by Vicki Courtney)

https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/5-conversations-you-must-have-with-your-son-revised-and-expanded-edition-P005802264