Students
KNOW GOD
FIND COMMUNITY
CHANGE THE WORLD
About Shepherd’s Students
Shepherd’s Student Ministry is a place where students can belong, grow in their faith, and learn to lead others. Our goal is to creatively equip the next generation to know God, find community, and change the world. Learn more about our ministry programming by downloading our Student Ministry Booklet below.
Sunday Morning
Opening Assembly
9:30 am
Sunday mornings (August-May) include a combined middle and high school opening assembly time that features high-energy worship, collective prayer, and important announcements. Check-in is between 9-9:30 am, with Assembly from 9:30-9:50, followed by small group classtime by grade from 9:50-10:30 am.
Teaching Time
9:50 am
During class time, students hear relevant Bible teaching that focuses on foundational biblical truths to having an identity in Christ to developing a biblical worldview and more! Breakout groups are as follows:
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• 6th Grade • 7th-8th Grade |
• 9th-10th Grade • 11th-12th Grade |
Teaching Time
9:50 am
During class time, students hear relevant Bible teaching that focuses on foundational biblical truths to having an identity in Christ to developing a biblical worldview and more! Breakout groups are as follows:
|
• 6th Grade • 7th-8th Grade |
• 9th-10th Grade • 11th-12th Grade |
Sunday Nights
5 pm (Seasonal, September–May)
Sunday Nights are the best nights of the week, and Sunday Nights in SSM are the premiere weekly gatherings for students in our area. With a goal to apply Scripture, build community, and reach new students. A typical Sunday night includes small groups, activities, and snacks from 5:00-6:45 pm here at the church. Once a month, we have an “Invite Night” where students can bring their friends to worship together, hear a gospel message, play organized games, and enjoy a meal.
Student Ministry Staff
Caleb Cruse
Devin Gallagher
Mollie Andersen
Events help students make friends, have fun, and find connection.
Annual Events
In addition to our ongoing gatherings, our students get the opportunity to participate in three key events annually.
Student Retreats (MS & HS)
Every winter/early spring, our high school and middle school students take a break from the busyness of life for a weekend of fun with friends and encouragement from the Word.
Summer Camp (Grades 6-12)
Strategically scheduled at the end of the summer, this fun camp is the perfect opportunity for students (Grades 6-12) to be inspired, encouraged, and equipped to start the school year strong for Jesus.
Level Up (Rising 6th Graders)
This orientation event is held in August for rising 6th-grade students and their parents to get to know our Student Ministry staff and see just how much fun they’re going to have!
Dinner is provided and there are fun games and activities for kids to enjoy, while the parents learn more about Student Ministry and their commitment to helping students to know God, find community, and change the world.
Student Calendar
Click the icon to see what we have coming up in Student Ministry!