Youth Ministry

Our desire at TFCA Youth Ministry is to Belong Like Family, Behold Jesus, and Become His Disciples.

We offer programming every Sunday evening, weekly Bible studies prior to the school day, special events, and trips throughout the year.

Below are opportunities to volunteer within the Youth Ministry. To learn more about this ministry, visit the Youth Ministry webpage.

Below are opportunities to voluteer within the Youth Ministry

  • Description:

    Bible Breakfasts are a time where students go deeper into God’s word and in discipleship. Leaders plan and prepare for each Bible lesson of the week and lead discussions with a small group of guys or girls (at least 2-3 students) for about an hour prior to or after school. Some driving may occur to help students get to/from school.

    Skills Needed:

    Heart for teaching students, basic Biblical knowledge.

    Training:

    DOMA Child Safety Training.

    Membership Status:

    Active congregant at least six months

    Time Commitment:

    One day per week for about one hour. Locations/times vary depending on school location/schedule. If interested, Youth Ministry staff will help coordinate to determine location/time. Locations are always in a public space.

    Commitment Duration:

    One school year

  • Description:

    We are looking for leaders who want to invest, mentor, and disciple the rising generation of the Church. A Youth Family Leader co-leads a small group of students that meet on Sunday evenings. Youth Family Leaders are committed to developing intentional relationships with their small group students that extend beyond Sunday nights. The goal is to meet students where they are by connecting with them throughout the month and attending big events in their lives. Youth Family Leaders also assist in leading students at our fall and winter retreats. We are committed to training our Youth Family Leaders well and meet every other Tuesday to hone our skills as lay youth ministers. Tuesday evening trainings also serve as community time for us to grow closer as a team.

    Skills Needed:

    Willing, teachable, loves Jesus, and has the time to invest fully in the role.

    Training:

    DOMA Child Safety Training, Youth Family Training Retreat, bi-weekly Youth Family meetings.

    Membership Status:

    Active congregant at least six months.

    Time Commitment:

    Sundays

    4:30 p.m. (Leader Meeting);

    5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Youth Group)

    Youth Family

    Tuesdays (every other; twice a month): 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

    Youth Leader Retreat 9/5 - 9/6

    Fall Retreats

    High School: 9/26-28

    Middle School: 10/17 - 10/19

    Breakaway Winter Retreats

    High School: 2/13- 2/16

    Middle School: 3/6 - 3/8

    Commitment Duration:

    1 year minimum, two years strongly preferred

  • Description:

    We aim to have a team of 10-15 parents/volunteers who are available to serve at various events throughout the year.

    Skills Needed:

    N/A

    Training:

    DOMA Child Safety Training, Parent/Volunteer Meetings.

    Membership Status:

    Active congregant

    Time Commitment:

    Sundays

    4:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Youth Group)

    Parent/Volunteer Meetings Times/Dates TBD (no more than once a semester)

    Commitment Duration:

    Occasionally throughout the year

  • Description:

    Praying for Teens (P4T) is committed to praying over students and the Youth Ministry every day, knowing that something always happens when we pray. Prayer guides and calendars will be shared monthly to encourage daily prayer for our students. The co-leaders work together to develop prayer calendars and communicate to the prayer team members.

    Skills Needed:

    N/A

    Training:

    N/A

    Membership Status:

    Active congregant

    Time Commitment:

    Ongoing throughout the school year.

    Commitment Duration:

    One year