YOUTH MINISTRIES

BELONGING. BELIEVING. BECOMING.

Our Youth Ministry is unique. Students ages 6th to 12th grade experience a God Centered Model for Spiritual Transformation. Through this, our students learn how to connect with God, one another, and within their own hearts. We strive to help each student find their place as we walk alongside them in their faith journey. 

Youth Sponsored Summer Mission Trip

June 21 - 25 | Open to all ages!

This summer we will be heading to Eastern Kentucky to help with the long-term flood recovery and rebuilding efforts. The trip will be coordinated through UMCOR and a recovery group of the Kentucky Conference.

This intergenerational mission trip is open to all ages! The cost is $75 per person. For more information, please contact Mike Porter.

Register

Opportunities


Connect

  • Middle and High School Sunday School weekly at 10am in the Youth Center.
  • Wednesday Night Youth Hang Out! - gaming, doing homework or just hanging out! Wednesday nights, 6 - 7:30 pm in the Youth Center.
  • Middle and High School Youth Groups in the Youth Center.
  • Youth Choir and Handbell ensembles practice Sunday evenings and perform in Worship throughout the year. 

Grow/Serve

  • Our youth experience a God Centered Model for Spiritual Transformation. Through this, our students learn how to connect with God, one another, and within their own hearts. We strive to help each student find their place as we walk alongside them in their faith journey. .
  • Our youth participate in mission trips, retreats and choir tours throughout the year, giving their time and talents and growing through the experience. They regularly serve our children's ministry during seasonal events and VBS.
  • Youth are encouraged to explore service areas that excite them, many have started their own ministries to help folks here at Christ Church and in the community. 

Volunteer Needs

  • Youth Leader: Come alongside the youth while you encourage, support and mentor them. Help with youth group and other activities.
  • Middle Sunday School teacher; Join with a team of other adults to lead and teach Sunday school
  • Adult chaperone / supervision: Provide some adult supervision during youth events, outings and trips.
  • Provide food: Provide breakfast snack for Sunday school and Sunday night snack supper.
  • Prayer: Be part of a team that prayers for the youth and their families

Contact to Volunteer

Summer Activity Schedule


One Voice Homecoming Concert: Sunday, June 11 at 7 pm in the Sanctuary.   

Summer Shenanigans with SAM: Monday, June 12 at 11:30 am. Senior Adult Ministries (SAM) invites our youth to come and enjoy lunch and games with them! Sign up here.  

Youth Gaming Night: Friday, June 16 at 6 pm in the Youth Center. Sign up here.  

Summer Mission Trip: Wednesday, June 21 - Sunday, June 25. Sign up here.  

Cookout at the Porter's: Tuesday, June 27 at 6 pm. Food provided, but sides and desserts are welcome!  

VBS 2023: Monday, July 10 – Thursday, July 13. Sign up to volunteer here. 

Kentucky Kingdom Fun Day: Friday, July 14! Sign up here.  

Summer Shenanigans with SAM: Monday, July 17 at 11:30 am. Senior Adult Ministries (SAM) invites our youth to come and enjoy lunch and games with them! Sign up here.  

Youth Gaming Night: Friday, July 21 at 6 pm in the Youth Center. Sign up here.  

Pool Party at the Duncan's House: Sunday, July 30 from 4 – 7 pm.   

Senior Breakfast at the Porter's House: Saturday, August 5. Time TBD.  

Day at Taylorsville Lake! Date TBD 

 

  

Latest Youth News Update


Don't Miss Out

Stay up to date on the latest Youth Ministries news and events. Youth News is distributed via email every Thursday and can also be found by clicking the button below.

If you do not receive the weekly updates and would like to be added to the mailing list. Please contact Mike Porter at .  

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Youth Ministries Weekly Schedule


Sunday Mornings

10 am | Middle School and High School Sunday School in the Youth Center

The Youth Center is located at Entrance 9 (the back of the church). Youth check-in using our secure system outside the door to the Youth Center. 

Participating in Youth Activates? Make sure you fill out our Youth Family Information Form!

Youth Family Information Form

Sunday Evenings 

4 pm | Middle School and High School Handbells. Middle school Handbells meet in the Chapel. High School Handbells meet in the Handbell Room

5 pm | Laudate and One Voice rehearsals. Laudate meets in the Chapel. One Voice meets in Choir room.

6 pm | Middle and High School Youth Groups in the Youth Center:

Wednesday Evenings 

6 pm  | Wednesday Night Youth Hang Out! - Join us for gaming, doing homework or just hanging out - whatever you need! Wednesday nights, 6 - 7:30 pm in the Youth Center.

About Christ Church Youth


Interim Youth Minister Rev. Mike Porter shares his thoughts on the youth at Christ Church.

Vocal Choirs


One Voice l High School Vocal Choir 

Many students say they have grown closer to God and have met their best friends through participating in One Voice. Students do not need prior music experience before they join, all are welcome! 

Winter/Spring 2023

One Voice sings in worship during the following dates and times:

  • February 5 (w/Laudate) | 8:30 am call time; 9 am service
  • February 12 (w/Laudate) | 10:45 am call time; 11:15 am service
  • March 5 | 8:30 am call time; 9 am service
  • April 2 - Palm Sunday (w/Laudate and Chancel Choir) | 10:45 am call time; 11:15 am service
  • April 9 - Easter Sunday (w/Laudate) | 7:15 am call time; 8 am service | Easter Sunday Attire
  • April 23 | 8:30 am call time; 9 am service

High School Handbells ring on the following dates and times:

April 23 | 8 am call time; 9 am and 11:15 am services

Key Information

YOUTH MUSIC REHEARSALS
Every Sunday, January 8 - March 26 (No Rehearsal on Feb 12 - Youth Fundraiser/Super Bowl)

HS Handbells | 4 pm | Handbell Room
One Voice | 5 pm | Choir Room

For those going on tour (8th-12th grade), we will rehearse on these dates as well: Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30, May 7, May 21 & Jun 4

SPECIAL DATES

  • Youth Fundraiser | Sunday, February 12 after worship (One Voice and Laudate)
  • Choir Tour | June 7-11 (all interested persons grades 8-12)

Want to learn more about One Voice? Contact Dan Blosser -  

Laudate l Middle School Vocal Choir

Laudate offers middle school students the chance to grow spiritually as they worship God. Students do not have to have any prior experience before they join the choir, they just have to have an open heart and be ready to have fun! 

Winter/Spring 20223

Laudate sings in worship during the following dates and times:

  • February 5 (w/One Voice) | 8:30 am call time; 9 am service
  • February 12 (w/One Voice) | 10:45 am call time; 11:15 am service
  • March 12 | 8:30 am call time; 9 am service
  • April 2 - Palm Sunday (w/One Voice and Chancel Choir) | 10:45 am call time; 11:15 am service
  • April 9 - Easter Sunday (w/One Voice) | 7:15 am call time; 8 am service | Easter Sunday Attire
  • April 16 | 8:30 am call time; 9 am service

Middle School Handbells ring in worship during the following dates and times:

  • April 16 | 8 am call time; 9 am and 11:15 am services
Key Information

YOUTH MUSIC REHEARSALS
Every Sunday, January 8 - March 26 (No Rehearsal on Feb 12 - Youth Fundraiser/Super Bowl)

MS Handbells | 4 pm | Chapel
Laudate | 5 pm | Chapel 

For those going on tour (8th-12th grade), we will rehearse on these dates as well: Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30, May 7, May 21 & Jun 4

SPECIAL DATES

  • Laudate Winter Retreat | January 27-28 (Laudate only)
  • Youth Fundraiser | Sunday, February 12 after worship (One Voice and Laudate)
  • Choir Tour | June 7-11 (all interested persons grades 8-12)

Want to learn more about Laudate? Contact Dan Blosser - 

Handbell Ensembles


High School Handbell Choir

High School Handbells offer a unique opportunity for youth to ring handbells in a group setting. They periodically ring during worship and the High School Handbells group participates in the One Voice summer tour. 

High School Handbells ring on the following dates and times:

April 23 | 8 am call time; 9 am and 11:15 am services

YOUTH MUSIC REHEARSALS
Every Sunday, January 8 - March 26 (No Rehearsal on Feb 12 - Youth Fundraiser/Super Bowl)

HS Handbells | 4 pm | Handbell Room

 Want to learn more? Contact Ben Williams -  t

Middle School Handbell Choir

The Middle School Handbells offer a unique opportunity for youth to ring handbells in a group setting. They periodically ring during worship and often perform around the city, bringing the gift of music to the elderly or homebound. 

Middle School Handbells ring in worship during the following dates and times:

April 16 | 8 am call time; 9 am and 11:15 am services

YOUTH MUSIC REHEARSALS
Every Sunday, January 8 - March 26 (No Rehearsal on Feb 12 - Youth Fundraiser/Super Bowl)

MS Handbells | 4 pm | Chapel

Want to learn more? Contact Ben Williams - 

Youth Ministry Resources

Serving in Youth Ministry

Interested in serving in the Youth Ministry at Christ Church? All adult volunteers must complete our Safe Sanctuary Training. Click below to start the process.

Volunteer Application

Youth and Children Contact Form for Events

Youth Contact Information Form

Safe Sanctuary Training Videos

We believe that God intends for us to welcome and protect children, students and vulnerable adults, and to support those who minister to them as volunteers and employees. Completion of Safe Sanctuaries training is required prior to working with children and youth at Christ Church.


Safe Sanctuaries Training Overview

Safe Sanctuaries Training Video

Youth Ministry Staff

Leanne Hadley

Associate Pastor for Children, Youth and Families and Online

office: 502-893-2201 x236

Mike Porter

Director of Men’s Ministry and Discipleship/Interim Youth Ministry Leader

office: 502-897-9290