Youth Ministry

At Joy, we recognize that the single most important influence on the faith development of youth is their family.  We do everything we can to support and strengthen the Christian home.  In addition, we provide the following opportunities for youth to encounter Christ with their peers.

WEEKLY EVENTS

Confirmation – for 8^th – 9^th graders – large and small group events focused on meaningful relationships and experiential learning – Wednesdays from 6:15pm to 7:30pm.

PB&G (Prayer, Breakfast and God)- meets Mondays 7:30-8:00am for High School students.  Food, fellowship, fun, devotions and prayer.  Start your week off right, “Don’t forget your PB&G”.

Study Break – for 9^th – 12^th grade – fun, fellowship and discussion of faith issues - Wednesday s from 8:00pm to 9:30pm at Joy.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Weekend Youth Conferences – We attend youth Encounter events in Minneapolis and Bloomington.  6^th – 9^th grade Youth Quakes in November and March.  9^th – 12^th grade Youth Congresses in December and March.  Music, Worship, Education, Fellowship and lots of fun.

9^th Grade Retreat – for students in Confirmation.

30 Hr. Famine – This event is usually at the end of February or the beginning of March.  Students raise money and awareness for hungry people around the world.  For 8^th – 12^th grade.

Mission Trips – Summer mission trip for 9^th grade to adult.

Middle School Camping Trip – Summer trips offered for 5^th – 6^th grade students and also for 7^th – 8^th grade students.

You(th) Plan It Events – The staff here at Joy is happy to encourage and support any event planned and carried out by the youth themselves.