While the task of discipling children is primarily the duty of Christian parents, the individual family is not called to bear this responsibility alone. The Body of Christ is called to come alongside and assist Christian parents in their calling. We have vowed that we "as a congregation undertake the responsibility of assisting the parents in the Christian nurture of this child" (BCO 56-6). It is our privilege here at ECPC to partner with parents in this endeavor and high calling.
In addition to reaching our covenant youth, God calls all of us to be on the front lines fighting to advance His kingdom in the hearts and minds of the youth of our city. We are not content to sit back and watch the culture rule our kids. We want them to be agents of change in the culture around them. We desire for our students to be a presence of light into the darkness around them, especially in their schools. It is our desire to see them standing for Christ, sharing their faith and lives with others and winning many to Christ.
The student ministry at ECPC is led by our student ministry director but supported by the active participation of parents, as well as other adult and college aged volunteers. Activities are designed to help students actively grow in three primary areas:
- A GROWING Commitment to Christ (John 15:7-11)
- A GROWING Commitment to the Body of Christ (John 15:12-13, 15b)
- A GROWING Commitment to the Work of Christ in the World (John 15:18-19, 21, 26-27)
Our Student Ministry serves two groups, Middle School or Junior High for grades 6 through 8 and High School or Senior High for grades 9 through 12.
MEETINGS
Sunday School meets during the school year at 10:45 a.m. in the Student Ministries room (B117-118). This time is focused around Bible study and small group prayer time.
Worship is at 9:15 and 10:45 a.m. on Sunday mornings in the sanctuary. Students are encouraged to worship with their families and friends at the 9:15 service and attend Sunday school at 10:45.
Youth Group meets during the week downstairs in the gym building in the student ministries room, B117-118, during the school year. Summer locations vary, meeting times remain the same.
- Middle School meets on Tuesday evenings, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
- High School meets on Wednesday evening, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
To learn more about what we do or if you have questions, please contact the Student Ministries at email studentministry@ecpca.org.