Nurturing the growth of young disciples grades 6th - 12th.

Growing together.

Whoever you are, wherever you're from, you are welcome here.

Our Student Ministry is made up of students grade 6th through 12th. We seek to nurture the growth of young disciples in our church and our community. The core of the Youth Ministry is built around our weekly Sunday School, Wednesday night "Prime Time" Bible Studies, and a never ending stream of special events. We also place a very high emphasis on student leadership.

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Wednesday Summer Nights: June 18th, June 25th, and July 23rd

Triple P

June 23rd After VBS
July 7th, and July 28th at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Student Center

Triple P Youth Days are back this summer! Join us on June 9, June 23, July 7, and July 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for fun-filled adventures and time spent growing together in faith and friendship. Students will meet at the Student Center and head out for a special day trip. Each day will be something new—so don’t miss out, bring a friend and come ready for a great time!

For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.

Sponsor A Student!

When you donate to the Youth Mission Trip Fund, you’ll receive an invitation to a special Thank You Luncheon hosted by our youth on Sunday, July 27th, after the service. Enjoy a delicious free lunch and hear firsthand stories from the students about how your support made an impact.

Recommended Donation: $75

Your generosity helps make these life-changing experiences possible—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Free Meals Campaign

Each year we ask families of the church to donate money towards our Sunday & Wednesday meals. This is a lot easier than asking parents to sign up to bring breakfasts and dinners and it is cheaper as well.

If 36 of our youth's families donate $150 then we will have enough money to pay for ALL of our meals for the entire school year. Give the full amount or give part of the amount monthly or in whatever way you would like. Some choose to give $50 per month for 3 months or $25 a month for six months. Any amount is helpful. We currently need donations for our kickoff to fall!

To give, you can click the link below or simply write a check, write "Free Meals Campaign" or "Youth Meals" in the memo line and drop it in the offering plate on Sunday or send it with your child on Wednesday night.

2025 Summer Mission Trips

St. Louis Mission Week

June 29th - July 4th in St. Louis, MO

Open to all students, this mission trip is hosted through Be The Neighbor, a ministry dedicated to meaningful service and social justice. Participants will work with local organizations in St. Louis, MO.

High School Mission Week

July 12th - 19th in Xela, Guatemala

Open to high school students only, this international mission trip is hosted through ACD. Students will travel to Guatemala to serve alongside local leaders, engage in cultural experiences, and witness God’s work in a global setting.

Weekly Schedule

Sunday Mornings

 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Breakfast: 9:30 - 10 a.m. in The Youth Dining Room.
Lesson: 10 - 10:30 a.m.

  • 8th Grade/Confirmation – Meets in the Youth Lounge (a.k.a. - "The Pit")
  • 6th-12th Grade – Room 134 

Sunday Nights

4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

in The Student Center

Wednesday Night Prime Time

4:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

  • 4:45 p.m. - Study/Volunteer Time (Starting at 4:45 p.m. Tori will be in the student center ready to welcome youth who need to arrive early. This will be a time for students to work on homework, hang out, and help make sandwiches for the Mustard Tree Ministry. Actual youth events will begin at 5:45 p.m.)
  • 5:45 p.m. – Snack Supper 
  • 6:30 p.m. – Youth Bible Study and Games
  • 7:30 p.m - Free Time

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Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com

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Meet The Team

Tori Crook

Director

Kirsten Shipp

Assistant Director

Tori Crook

Director

Tori Crook is originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, where her family still lives. She graduated from U.N.C. Greensboro in 2018 with a B.A. in International and Global Studies, and from Yale Divinity School with a master's in Divinity in 2022. In her free time she enjoys knitting, hikes, and finding the best food in town.

Kirsten Shipp

Assistant Director