Youth Ministries
Being a youth in today’s world is tough.
Young people face many options and challenging choices. At OECC
we work to provide a safe and supportive environment, where all
students can come to feel welcomed, accepted and loved. The goal
of our Youth Ministry is to create an atmosphere that gets to the
heart of what it means to be a true follower of Christ. Through
fellowship, service, Biblical instruction and small group interaction,
we desire to be Christians known by what we DO as well as by what
we say.
Christian
Formation Classes:
Classes for Jr. High and Sr. High Youth meet Sunday mornings after
our worship service. This more structured setting explores topics
ranging from “How do I know God exists?” to “How
was the Bible written?” and “How can I apply what scripture
says to my life?”
Sunday
Youth Gathering:
Sunday evenings, Jr. and Sr. High students meet at the church for
two hours of fellowship and discussion. It is a time of honest conversation
and expressed feelings in our search to discover what God has in
store for our lives.
Outreach:
Outreach events are scheduled the third Saturday of the month, providing
an opportunity to invite friends and just hang out. Bowling, a movie,
games and lock–ins are some of the ways we gather to enjoy
a good time.
Service:
Once a month a service project is taken on in our community. Projects
include working at a soup kitchen, trash removal at a local park
and serving those who are homeless through Johnson County’s
Interfaith Hospitality Network.
Seasonal
Trips:
Specialized trips are taken annually or every-other-year. They include
our Colorado Ski Retreat, urban mission projects, a summer youth
session at Covenant Cedars Camp, float (canoe) trips and occasional
retreats.
C.H.I.C.
The Evangelical Covenant Church’s premier youth gathering
brings thousands of students and sponsors together on a major U.S.
college campus once every three years. OECC plans far in advance
for this life-changing event in our students’ lives.
Click here to get additional C.H.I.C. information and to register.
Student
Worship Team:
High school and college students lead our contemporary singing every
4 – 6 weeks. Vocalists and instrumentalists are welcome to
participate.
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