Grades 6-12

First Students

First Students helps students in grades 6-12 grow in faith, build strong relationships, and learn to live out the good news of Jesus with their peers.

Three First Students participants hold open Bibles onstage beneath a large Students sign.
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A place to belong

Grow in faith alongside other students.

First Students serves students in grades 6-12 with biblical teaching, relationships, and opportunities to take an active part in the life of the church.

Students are encouraged to grow in their faith, show the love of Jesus, and share the good news with the people around them.

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Sunday mornings

Start the week together at 9:30 AM.

First Students Connect Groups meet Sundays at 9:30 AM in the First Students area before the 10:45 AM worship service.

Incoming sixth graders are welcomed into First Students as part of the church's annual promotion and kickoff rhythm.

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First Students Midweek

Gather during the week.

First Students gathers during the week as part of the school-year ministry rhythm.

Schedules and registration details can change by season, so families should check current events before attending.

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The ministry rhythm

Learn, worship, and spend time together.

The First Students ministry year includes teaching series, Connect Groups, outreach, and seasonal student events.

Families can follow current events and parent updates for the latest ministry schedule and registration details.

  • Biblical teaching and worship
  • Student hangouts and relationship-building activities
  • Outreach events and church-wide gatherings
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Camp and service

Put faith into practice.

First Students creates opportunities for students to participate beyond the weekly gathering through camp, summer activities, outreach, and service.

Recent ministry updates have included Beach Camp, summer hangouts, and students serving during Vacation Bible School and other church events.

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For parents

Stay connected to what is coming next.

First Students uses parent updates to share teaching plans, registration details, outreach opportunities, and the week-to-week ministry schedule.

For questions about First Students or help preparing for a first visit, contact Zeke Mikesell.

Email Zeke Mikesell