Youth
"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith, and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12


Jr. & Sr. High Activities



Print out a youth ministry brochure to share with a friend.

 Recharge JV - 6th - 8th grade students meet Sundays at 4:00 - 5:30 pm.

Recharge Varsity - 9th - 12th grade students meet Sundays at 5:30 - 7:00 pm.

All students in grades 6 - 12 are welcome to join us for these free weekly youth group meetings which include games, snacks, small group discussion, Bible Study, prayer, and fun!

Find out about our ParenTeen Seminar
Read about upcoming events in the Recharge Newsletter. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this file.

If you would like to receive a copy of the church Newsletter, contact Chris Ravn 645-8872 ext. 11.

Bible Studies

Outside of Recharge, there are an unlimited number of possibilities for students to get plugged into a small group discussion / Bible Study. Each group typically has 4 or 5 youth and an adult leader. These groups are designed to help meet the spiritual and social needs of the group members and can meet at church or in a home.


Sunday School

On Sunday mornings at 9:30 between our 8:00 and 10:45 worship services we offer classes for all ages (Preschool - Adult) from Sept. through April. Most classes meet downstairs. Watch the web site, bulletin or newsletter for summer hours.


Discipleship / Confirmation

Wednesday 6:00 pm from Sept. to April. Students in grades 7th & 8th learn about the basics of the Christian faith and personal disciplines that will help them grow in their spiritual walk with the Lord. For more information, call Pastor Don Holmertz at 645-8872 ext. 12.

Special Events, Retreats & Camps

Events like hayrides, Christian concerts, and weekend retreats are just a few of the opportunities that are periodically scheduled for both Jr. and Sr. High students. Some events are scheduled on our own. Others are planned along with other Covenant churches or different denominations in order to provide more energy and community for Christ.

These special events, retreats and camps provide an encouraging environment outside the church walls where young people can deepen their relationships with friends and with Christ.

Permission & Medical Forms

In order to participate in special events (off site), each student must fill out and turn in a permission/medical form. Adobe Acrobat Reader is needed to access these PDF files, or call the office and Chris will mail you one. You do not need this form to attend weekly Recharge meetings or other events held at the church.

  • Permission Form



    • Service & Missions

    Serving others is a key component as we grow in our faith. We frequently offer opportunities for youth to serve others in nursing homes, Bread of Life food pantry ministry, and worship services. Mission trips outside the area are also planned from time to time in addition to other opportunities that the Lord provides.


    Youth Ministry Leadership Team

    All of this is possible because of God's provision of dedicated adult leaders and interested youth taking on leadership roles. Our youth ministry team meets on the third Monday of each month at 7 pm at the church. These meetings include a devotional message, event planning, training, mutual support, fun & prayer. High school students are given opportunities in leadership and are exposed to situations where they lead younger students.

    If you are interested in serving on the youth ministry team, please read and sign form listing our guidelines for leadership. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this PDF file, or call Chris at the office and he will mail you one.

  • Guidelines



    • Youth Ministry Plan . . . How & Why



    To find out more!

    Contact Chris to get on our mailing list to receive updates on upcoming events and topics for Recharge.
    Print out a youth ministry brochure to share with a friend.




    Chris Ravn, Youth Pastor - chris@valleycov.org
    Church - (815) 645-8872 - Home - (815) 645-2527




       
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    103 S. Maple Street · PO Box 250 · Stillman Valley, IL 61084
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    Pastor - Rev. Don Holmertz Youth Pastor - Chris Ravn
    Preschool Director - Jill Huber Secretary - Karen Carlson