...building a life of faith with friends

Sunday mornings, 9:30 to 10:15am, grade 6-8 students get together in a small group setting to hang out with friends, dig into the Bible and engage in challenging group discussions.

This fall we will have lots of interesting topics to discuss, great snacks, and tons of fun!  We will start by learning the importance of memorizing Bible verses, and then progress to other subjects.  Weekly parent and student emails will keep everyone up to date on all of our topics.  Come and join us weekly during the Breakout hour before church.

LOCATION: Room 29 (upstairs)

Y-Group runs from September through Easter

For more info contact the Y-Group Coordinators, Matthew & Kirsten Walliser online, or at 380-1800.

March 18 - The End: Heaven & Hell

Key Points:

1. Heaven and hell are real.
2. Everyone will spend eternity in one or the other.
3. Heaven and hell are defined by the presence or absence of God.

Primary Scripture:

           Matthew7:13-14

Memory Verse:

             "But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it." (Matthew 7:14) 

February 19 - The End: the Big Picture

Key Points:

1. The world is temporary.
2. Jesus is coming back in power and glory.
3. Everyone will be judged.
4. In the end, God wins.

Primary Scripture:

            Revelation 19:11-21; 20:7-15; 21:1

February 12 - Conflict: Handling Conflict with Friends

Key Points:

1. Put others first.
2. Be willing to make sacrifices.
3. Forgive one another.

Primary Scripture:

            John 15:12-14

Memory Verse:

             There is no greater love than to lay down one's life for one's friends. (John 15:13) 

February 5 - Conflict: Handling Conflict with Parents

Key Points:

1. Listen to what your parents say
2. Tell the truth
3. Keep the communication lines open

Primary Scripture:

         Colossians 3:18-20 

Memory Verse:

          No verse this week, use this time to catch up. If you are 4/4 have a break, you earned it!

January 29 - Choices & Consequences: Sensible Decisions of Friends

Key Points:

1. You become like the people you hang out with the most
2. True friends play an important role in your life
3. You can encourage your friends to grow and excel

Primary Scripture

       Proverbs 13:20 

Memory Verse:

Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get into trouble. (Proverbs 13:20)

January 22 – Choices & Consequences: Decisions at School

Key Points:

1. Doing the right thing at school is a choice
2. Doing what God loves makes life better

Primary Scripture:

Romans 7:21-25

Memory Verse:

If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking (James 1:5)

January 15 – Doubt & Fear: Face Fear

Key Points:

1. Life will bring moments of fear,
2. Decide to face your fear
3. When afraid, turn to Jesus for protection and rescue.

Primary Scripture:

Mark 4:35-41

Memory Verse:

The Lord is my light and my salvation—so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? (Psalm 27:1).

January 8 – Doubt & Fear: Don’t Run

Key Points:

1. Don’t hide your doubt
2. When in doubt, go to Jesus
3. When in doubt, learn more.

Primary Scripture:

Mark 9:14-27

Memory Verse:

The father instantly cried out, “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24).