Get ready for an evening of outdoor fun, water games, and friendly competition! Join us for Splash Night on Tuesday, August 5, from 6:00–8:30 PM at the Courtyard Play Area as we cool off, hang out with friends, and enjoy a great summer night together.

We'll have water games, volleyball, free play, and popsicles for everyone to enjoy. Whether you want to jump into the action or just relax and connect with friends, there's something for everyone!

What to Bring:

• Clothes you don't mind getting wet

• A towel

• A change of clothes (recommended)

This event open to all middle and high school students. Invite a friend and come ready for a splashing good time!

Armor Up is a three-week class open to any Middle School or High School Ministry student who wants to explore the harder parts of the Old Testament more deeply.

Why does God seem to do or command things that are difficult to understand? Is there a reasonable explanation, or is the criticism that He's a "moral monster" justified? This class tackles those tough questions head-on.

Join us and come prepared—these issues will continue to surface in our culture, and this class will equip you with the tools to engage with them thoughtfully and confidently.

Make plans to join us for three classes taking place on Sundays, August 9, 16, and 23, in the Conference Room.

This is a training meeting for our youth leaders.

Armor Up is a three-week class open to any Middle School or High School Ministry student who wants to explore the harder parts of the Old Testament more deeply.

Why does God seem to do or command things that are difficult to understand? Is there a reasonable explanation, or is the criticism that He's a "moral monster" justified? This class tackles those tough questions head-on.

Join us and come prepared—these issues will continue to surface in our culture, and this class will equip you with the tools to engage with them thoughtfully and confidently.

Make plans to join us for three classes taking place on Sundays, August 9, 16, and 23, in the Conference Room.

Fall Kickoff!

Wednesday, August 19
6:30–8:30 PM

Kick off the new school year with an unforgettable night at Youth!

Whether you're brand new or you've been coming for years, this is the perfect night to jump into everything happening this fall. Bring a friend and join us for an evening filled with:

• Build-Your-Own Ice Cream Sundae Bar

• Fun games, activities, great music!

• Meet new friends and reconnect with old ones

• Get a first look at all of our exciting fall events, retreats, and weekly gatherings

Come discover how you can grow in your faith, build meaningful friendships, and find your place in our youth family.

We can't wait to welcome you—see you August 19 from 6:30–8:00 PM!

Armor Up is a three-week class open to any Middle School or High School Ministry student who wants to explore the harder parts of the Old Testament more deeply.

Why does God seem to do or command things that are difficult to understand? Is there a reasonable explanation, or is the criticism that He's a "moral monster" justified? This class tackles those tough questions head-on.

Join us and come prepared—these issues will continue to surface in our culture, and this class will equip you with the tools to engage with them thoughtfully and confidently.

Make plans to join us for three classes taking place on Sundays, August 9, 16, and 23, in the Conference Room.

Joshua: Week 1 – Three Reasons to Be Strong and Courageous

This week we're beginning a three-week journey through the book of Joshua by looking at Joshua 1:1–9. After the death of Moses, God calls Joshua to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land. Facing an overwhelming task, Joshua hears God's repeated command: "Be strong and courageous."

But God doesn't simply tell Joshua to be courageous—He gives him three reasons why he can be:

• God is with us. We never face life's challenges alone. Just as God promised to be with Joshua, Jesus promises to be with us always (Matthew 28:20b).

• Obedience leads to true success. Real success isn't found in following our own plans but in trusting and obeying God's will (James 4:14–15).

• God's Word builds confidence. Spending time in Scripture gives us wisdom, direction, and the confidence to follow wherever God leads (2 Timothy 3:16).

Big Idea: Our strength and courage don't come from believing in ourselves—they come from knowing God is with us, obeying Him, and trusting His Word.

Youth Group Schedule: Meetings in the Life Center Gym begin at 6:30 PM and conclude around 8:00 PM. Students are encouraged to arrive early and stay afterward to spend time with leaders and friends. Some of the best conversations, encouragement, and relationships happen before and after the official gathering!

Joshua: Week 2 – The Battle of Ai: Hidden Sin and Restored Victory

This week we continue our journey through the book of Joshua by looking at Joshua 7:1–13 and 8:1–2, 18–19. After the incredible victory at Jericho, Israel faced a much smaller battle at Ai—but instead of trusting God, they became overconfident and stopped depending on Him. Their defeat revealed that something deeper was wrong: Achan had hidden sin in his life that affected the entire community.

Through this story, we’ll learn that:

• Hidden sin is never just personal. What we choose to hide can impact those around us. Sin affects our relationship with God and our community (James 4:17).

• God invites us to bring sin into the light. Confession and repentance open the way for healing, restoration, and renewed obedience.

• Victory comes through dependence on God. When Israel dealt with their sin and returned to trusting God, He led them to victory at Ai.

Big Idea: Comfort can lead to carelessness, but bringing hidden sin into the light restores our obedience and allows God to lead us toward victory.

Youth Group Schedule: Meetings begin at 6:30 PM and end around 8:00 PM. Students are encouraged to come early and stay afterward to connect with leaders and other students. Some of the best conversations, encouragement, and relationships happen during those extra moments together!

Joshua: Week 3 – It’s Time: Choosing Who We Will Serve

For our final week in our three-week journey through Joshua, we’ll look at Joshua 24:11–15, 21–24. Decades after leading Israel into the Promised Land, an aging Joshua gathers the people together to remind them of all that God has done. He calls them to make a decision: “Choose today whom you will serve.”

Through Joshua’s challenge, we’ll learn that:

• God is faithful. From generation to generation, God keeps His promises and remains faithful to His people.

• Faith requires more than words. Israel declared their commitment to God, but the book of Judges reveals that many still held on to idols. True faith is shown through the way we live, not just what we say (James 2:14; Revelation 3:15–16).

• Following God is a daily choice. We are called to fully surrender to Him—not halfway, not when it’s convenient, but with our whole lives.

Big Idea: It’s time to choose—fully, not halfway—and let that choice be reflected in the way we live.

Youth Group Schedule: Meetings begin at 6:30 PM and end around 8:00 PM. Students are encouraged to come early and stay afterward to connect with leaders and other students. Some of the best conversations, encouragement, and relationships happen during those extra moments together!

Grace Youth Ministry Fall Swim Party at Nathan Reynolds House. Join us for food, fun, swimming, and fellowship on Saturday, 09/12/2026, 12:00-2:00 pm! Come in modest swimwear!

New Series Begins This Week: Overlooked Lessons

This week, we'll begin our four-week series, Overlooked Lessons, where we'll discover powerful truths from people and moments in Scripture that are often overlooked—but have life-changing lessons to teach us.

Our first lesson explores how God's help can come from unlikely places. Through the story of Rahab in Joshua 2 and Joshua 6:25, we'll see that God often works through unexpected people and situations to accomplish His purposes.

Key Scriptures:

Joshua 2; 6:25

Isaiah 55:8

1 Peter 5:5

Come ready to discover that God's plans are often far greater than we can imagine, and that He delights in using the unexpected to display His glory.

Youth begins formally at 6:30 and ends around 8, but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.

Week 2: Fear Can't Stop God's Plan

This week in our Overlooked Lessons series, we'll discover how God used an ordinary disciple named Ananias to change history. When God called him to visit Saul—a man known for persecuting Christians—Ananias had every reason to be afraid. Yet he chose obedience over fear, and God used his faithfulness to transform Saul's life and incredibly advance the gospel.

Students will learn that fear doesn't have to control their decisions. When God calls us to trust Him, He gives us the courage and strength we need to take the next step. Even when His plans seem intimidating or don't make sense, God's purposes will always prevail.

Big Idea: Fear can't stop God's plan.

Primary Scripture: Acts 9:10–19

Supporting Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 1:27; Psalm 34:4; Isaiah 41:10

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8, but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.

Week 3: Our Words Make a Difference

In Week 3 of our Overlooked Lessons series, we'll see how God used the words of an overlooked servant to influence a king's decision. A young servant spoke up and recommended David, setting in motion events that would shape Israel's future. This reminds us that God can use anyone's voice to accomplish His purposes.

Students will discover that their words have the power to encourage, build others up, point people toward truth, and make a lasting impact. Whether at home, school, or church, God calls us to use our words wisely because what we say can make a real difference.

Big Idea: Our words make a difference.

Primary Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:16–18

Supporting Scriptures: James 3:9; Ephesians 4:29

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8, but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.

Week 4: Our Mistakes Don't Define Us

As we conclude our Overlooked Lessons series, we'll look at the story of John Mark, a man who experienced failure but wasn't defined by it. After walking away from an earlier mission journey, John Mark was rejected by Paul for a time. Yet God wasn't finished with his story. Through growth, perseverance, and restoration, John Mark became a trusted ministry partner and was once again used in powerful ways.

Students will be reminded that everyone makes mistakes, but failure is never the end when we place our trust in God. His grace offers forgiveness, restoration, and new opportunities to fulfill His purpose. No matter what has happened in the past, God can redeem our story and use us for His glory.

Big Idea: Our mistakes don't define us.

Primary Scripture: Acts 15:36–41

Supporting Scriptures: 2 Timothy 4:11; 2 Corinthians 4:8–9. Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8, but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8 but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8:00 pm.

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8 but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.

Micah: The Poor Man’s Prophet | Week 1 of 3 – Truth & Lies

Primary Scriptures: Micah 1:2–9, 16 (NLT); Micah 2:1–3, 6–7, 11–13 (NLT); Matthew 22:37–39 (NLT)

This week in Youth, we'll begin our study of Micah: The Poor Man's Profit by discovering who the prophet Micah was and why God called him to speak to His people. We'll examine how Israel was led astray by false prophets who told them what they wanted to hear instead of what they needed to hear. As we study these passages, we'll be challenged to evaluate the voices influencing our lives, guard against idols that compete for our hearts, and learn what it truly means to love God and love our neighbors.

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8:00 pm.

Micah: The Poor Man’s Prophet | Week 2 of 3 – Judgment & Restoration

God’s judgment reveals our need for His restoration. Scripture:Micah 3:1-12, Micah 5:2-6, Jeremiah 26:17-19a (NLT).

In Micah chapters 3–5, we see God confront the sin, injustice, and brokenness of His people. The leaders of Israel had turned away from God, hurting others and using their positions for personal gain. Yet, even in the middle of judgment, God’s message is not one of hopelessness. Micah points ahead to a future hope — a coming ruler from Bethlehem who would bring restoration and peace.

This week, students will wrestle with an important question: Are there sins too big for God to forgive? Through Micah’s warning and Jeremiah’s reminder of how God responded when His people turned back to Him, students will discover that God takes sin seriously, but His mercy is greater than our failures.

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8:00 pm.

Micah: The Poor Man’s Prophet | Week 3 of 3 – Justice & Mercy

God calls us to live with justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him.

In the final week of our study through Micah, students will explore God’s heart for justice and mercy. Micah challenged God’s people to recognize that true faith is not just about religious actions or saying the right things; it is about living in a way that reflects God’s character.

Through Micah 6–7, students will discover that God cares deeply about how we treat others and that He desires a relationship marked by humility, compassion, and obedience. Even when people fail, Micah reminds us that God is a God of forgiveness, restoration, and hope.

Students will be challenged to ask: What does it look like to truly follow God in the way we live, treat others, and respond to His mercy?

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Micah 7:18-20 (NLT)

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8:00 pm.

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8 but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.

Meetings begin formally at 6:30 and end around 8 but we encourage students to come early and stay after to connect with other leaders and students.