You Belong Here
School is complicated, we’re here to help you along the way
Why? Our Junior High Youth Group exists to create a place where students can be themselves, have fun, make friends, learn about Jesus, grow in their faith, and have a support system they can always turn to. Everyone needs community and a place where they feel they belong.
Who is it for?: Junior High Youth Group is open to all middle school students from 6th-8th grade.
When is it?: Junior High Youth Group meets from September to May on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:30 and is preceded by a free dinner for the whole family at 5:30. See our calendar for more information about youth group meetings and events.
Where is it?: Typical meetings take place in our youth room in the downstairs area of the church.
What is it all about?: We typically have a discussion-based lesson, spend some time bonding and checking in with each other as a group, and play a game or do an activity. We also have meetings throughout the year where we do things like; go to the movies, play mini golf, go bowling, play laser tag, or stay up all night at a lock in!
FAQs
Q: What should I expect at Youth Group meetings?
A: A typical meeting includes an icebreaker game, a discussion based lesson, and a game or activity. On the first meeting of the month we have a themed night that is all about having fun and bonding as group.
Q: Who are the leaders of Youth Group?
A: Our Youth Director, Joey South leads our Youth Group along with several volunteer leaders from the congregation. Every youth leader undergoes a background check and follows our rules of always having at least two leaders where students are present.
Q: What if I don’t know anyone?
A: We know joining a new group can be intimidating, and we promise we will go the extra mile to make you feel welcome and comfortable. You belong here. We also recommend bringing a friend to join you!
Let’s Get Acquainted
Student Registration
Safety Policy
Immanuel has a comprehensive children and youth safety policy, below are some of the basic rules.
The Two-Adult Rule: At least two Children/Youth Volunteers must be present at every function and in each room or other enclosed building area during all Organized Children and Youth Activities. NOTE: This rule must always be preferred to the Rule of Three.
The Rule of Three: At least three individuals (at least one must be an approved Children/Youth Volunteer and the remaining two no younger than twelve years of age) must be present at every function and in each room or other enclosed building area during all Organized Children/Youth Activities.
The Rule of Permissive Windows: If it is necessary for a Children/Youth Volunteer to meet with a Child/Youth during an Organized Children/Youth Activity in a private setting to discuss personal or private matters as initiated by the Youth, the Children/Youth Volunteer must first receive permission by the Children’s Ministry Director or Youth Director and the meeting must take place in a room with a window where another Youth Worker can and will monitor the room at all times or in an outdoor setting that allows for private communication, but also where another Children/Youth Volunteer can and will monitor the room at all times.
All staff and volunteers must pass an interview, background check, reference check, and undergo abuse awareness training.
Director of Youth
Joey South