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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Blessing of the Backpacks

August 9th at 10:45 a.m. in The Vine and Sanctuary

As a new school year begins, we invite all students to join us for our annual Blessing of the Backpacks during the 10:45 a.m. worship services in The Vine and the Sanctuary. Bring your backpack as we pray for God's guidance, protection, and blessings over the upcoming school year. Every student will receive a special backpack tag as a reminder that God is with them wherever they go.

Back-To-School Bash

August 9th at 12:00 p.m. Meet at the Student Center

Kick off the new school year with an afternoon of fun at our Back-to-School Bash! The youth are invited to meet at the Student Center at 12:00 p.m. before we head out for an exciting day at Camp Lookout. It's a great way to reconnect with friends, welcome new students, and start the school year together. We can't wait to see you there!

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

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.

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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Tori Crook

Director

Katibeth Brown

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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.

Tori Crook

Intern