Youth Ministry
Schedule 2026–2027
A full year of community, Scripture, honest questions, and intentional growth—built to help students encounter Jesus and live out their faith.
All dates are Wednesdays. Special events and no-youth-group nights are noted in the weekly details.
Unit 1
The Gospel Traced
Following God’s faithful love, grace, and mission through Genesis, Judges, John, and Acts.
Series 1
Neon Night
September 9, 2026
A high-energy kickoff designed to build community, welcome new students, and create a youth-group home where teenagers can ask big questions and have fun together.
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- Week 1 · September 9Neon Night (Kickoff)Fun activities that build community, tear down walls, and introduce students to a place of serious help, big questions, and faith.
Series 2
Genesis: What Is Love?
September 16–October 7, 2026
A four-week journey through Genesis that explores God’s love through the stories of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebekah, Jacob, and Joseph.
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- Week 2 · September 16Abraham and SarahLove is trust and faith; God’s love is unique; love brings hope.
- Week 3 · September 23Isaac and RebekahLove between a husband and wife requires shared faith, selflessness, and commitment.
- Week 4 · September 30JacobGod’s forgiving love can change a person’s character and direction.
- Week 5 · October 7JosephGod’s faithful love is with us even in the most difficult circumstances.
Series 3
U-Turn: The Book of Judges
October 14–November 4, 2026
Four powerful, messy, and redemptive stories from Judges, revealing God’s grace through cycles of sin, doubt, and failure.
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- Week 6 · October 14The Cycle Begins (Othniel)God is constantly fighting to bring us back to Him.
- Week 7 · October 21The Warrior Judges (Ehud and Deborah)God uses unexpected people in unexpected ways.
- Week 8 · October 28The Obedient Judge (Gideon)Your doubts do not disqualify you from God’s calling.
- Week 9 · November 4The Flawed Judge (Samson)It is never too late to turn back to God.
Series 4
Believe: The Gospel of John
November 11–December 30, 2026
A powerful case for belief that invites students to commit to Christ and share their faith with courage.
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- Week 10 · November 11God RevealedJesus is God.
- Week 11 · November 18Thanksgiving EventNo regular session.
- November 25No Youth GroupThanksgiving Break.
- Week 12 · December 2The Signs Point to JesusJesus is powerful.
- Week 13 · December 9The Messiah and the MissionJesus is committed.
- Week 14 · December 16Christmas PartyNo regular session.
- December 23No Youth GroupWinter Break.
- Week 15 · December 30The Empty TombJesus sees our value.
Series 5
Unstoppable Acts
January 6–20, 2027
The early church’s journey in Acts shows how the Holy Spirit empowered believers to spread the Gospel despite opposition—and how God’s mission remains unstoppable today.
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- Week 16 · January 6The PromiseWe can trust God’s promises.
- Week 17 · January 13The PowerThe Holy Spirit has the power to transform.
- Week 18 · January 20The PlanWe have a responsibility to share our stories.
Unit 2
Key Stories & Teachings
Practical biblical teaching that equips students to navigate faith, relationships, culture, pain, and everyday choices.
Series 6
Esther: For Such a Time
January 27–February 10, 2027
A three-week exploration of Esther’s courage, faith, and obedience in the face of suffering and uncertainty.
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- Week 19 · January 27Origin StoryWhat can be learned from suffering, and how God can use it for good.
- Week 20 · February 3The VillainTurn to prayer in all things and take action for God.
- Week 21 · February 10Play the ReverseGod is in control in all things, and we are called to obedience.
Series 7
God, Guys & Girls
February 17–March 10, 2027
Faithful, honest conversations to help students navigate relationships and sexuality in a God-honoring way.
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- Week 22 · February 17RelationshipsRelationships are a gift from God; only Jesus can fill our deepest need.
- Week 23 · February 24Love vs. LustLove is selfless; lust is selfish. A biblical conversation about love, pornography, and practical help.
- Week 24 · March 3SexAn honest, biblical, and relevant conversation about God’s purposes and parameters for sex.
- Week 25 · March 10DatingPractical guidance for healthy, godly dating relationships.
Series 8
Collide
March 17–April 7, 2027
A four-week journey through the Beatitudes in Matthew 5, where the values of God’s kingdom collide with everything culture teaches.
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- Week 26 · March 17Blessed Are the ... Losers?Jesus says the kingdom belongs to people the world overlooks.
- Week 27 · March 24Hunger for the Right ThingsWhat you crave reveals what you worship.
- Week 28 · March 31The Peacemakers and the PersecutedFollowing Jesus means choosing peace even when it hurts.
- Week 29 · April 7Salt, Light, and the CollisionYou were not made to blend in.
Series 9
Guided Easter Experience
April 14, 2027
A 100-minute interactive walk-through focused on God’s plan for redemption, creating room for students to personally encounter Jesus and respond to Him.
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- Week 30 · April 14Guided Easter ExperienceScripture references include John 3:16–17, Genesis 1–3, Romans 5:19, Luke 23, John 19, and Psalm 22.
Series 10
Tough Talk: The Idols in Our Pockets
April 21, 2027
A one-week conversation about technology, social media, and keeping God first in a digital age.
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- Week 31 · April 21The Idols in Our PocketsWe get to choose what is most important.
Series 11
Choose Your Own Adventure
April 28–May 19, 2027
Four weeks of wisdom for life’s pathways, with students exploring how friendships, words, and daily choices shape their future.
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- Week 32 · April 28The Path to WisdomWisdom starts with knowing God.
- Week 33 · May 5The People We Travel WithOur friendships shape our future.
- Week 34 · May 12Words MatterOur words are more powerful than we realize.
- Week 35 · May 19Making Choices that LastToday’s decisions shape tomorrow’s reality.
Series 12
Ask Me Anything
May 26–June 16, 2027
A safe, honest four-week space for students to wrestle with some of life’s toughest questions about God, faith, and pain.
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- Week 36 · May 26Is God Even Real?Having faith does not mean ignoring your questions.
- Week 37 · June 2Why Does God Feel Far Away?Distance from God is a feeling, not a fact.
- Week 38 · June 9Why Do Bad Things Happen?Pain does not mean God has left the room.
- Week 39 · June 16How Can I Make My Faith Mine?A faith you choose will carry you further.
Series 13 · Community Event
End of Year Celebration
June 23, 2027
A joyful opportunity to celebrate what God has done throughout the school year and look forward to the summer ahead.
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- Week 40 · June 23End of Year CelebrationFinal celebration and kickoff for summer events.
