Our desire is to see our middle and high school students (grades 6-12) become devoted followers of Jesus and share that love of Christ with everyone they meet. Our students get together frequently on both Wednesdays and Sundays to develop deeper friendships and gain a deeper understanding of the Word of God.
Weekly Gatherings
Wednesday Nights
Faith Student Ministry meets on Wednesday nights from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. for prayer, games, worship, and Bible study. We meet across from the main building (2314 Library Circle), and we invite all students in 6th through 12th grade to join us!
This summer, Faith Student Ministries will study through the book of Colossians. Together, we will see how Paul shows Jesus Christ as supreme over all creation (Col. 1:15-17), the head of the church (Col. 1:18), and the fullness of God revealed to us (Col. 2:9). Colossians reminds us as believers that Christ is not merely a part of the Christian life; He is the center of it all.
We will begin our study on June 3rd, 2026. In this letter, we will see how the truth of who Christ is shapes what we believe, how we are to live, and how we can stand firm in the truth of Christ. As Colossians says, “And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.” (Col. 1:17).
Sunday Mornings (During the School Year)
The Scriptures have a great deal to say about young people. Many heroes of the faith were heroic in their youth, consider Josiah and Samuel, Daniel and his friends, David’s slingshot, or most importantly, Jesus’ questions in His Father’s house (Luke 2:46-49). Like their Lord, students (6th – 12th grade, 11-18-year-olds) increase in wisdom and stature, and – by God’s grace, in favor with God and man.
The uniqueness of their season of life as maturing children or young adults warrants special instruction. This is true, right, and good. After all, Paul gave Timothy and Titus specific instructions concerning young men and women in contrast to older men and older women (1 Tim 5:1-2, Titus 2:4-6).
Our goal is for our student ministries to function like our adult Fellowship Groups on Sunday mornings from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We will read scripture, exhort, and teach (1 Timothy 4:13), pray, discuss, and devote ourselves to good works.
Upcoming Events
Green Pastures Retreat
In John 10, Jesus says, “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” This year at Green Pastures, Faith Student Ministries will spend time considering what it means that Jesus knows His sheep, leads His sheep, protects His sheep, and gives His life for His sheep.
Join FSM for a four-day, three-night retreat for students finishing 6th–12th grade. This midweek retreat will include time outdoors, group activities, campfires, hiking, games, and meaningful time together in God’s Word. Our prayer is that students would grow in community with one another and come away with a deeper love for Christ, our Good Shepherd.
Students will stay at the Dromsted guesthouse at Rustic Oaks outside of Moorhead, MN, and enjoy large green spaces, evening campfires, hiking, and activities together as a group.
Capacity: Space is limited, so register soon to reserve your spot!
Cost: Thanks to fundraising efforts, this retreat comes at no cost to our students. Praise God!
Consideration: At Faith Evangelical Free Church, we “promote grades” on August 1. For this July retreat, grades refer to the school year students have just completed.
Contact Information and Volunteering
Declaring the Word of God and discipling students into mature and devoted followers of Christ is best done with many hands. We think that the most effective way to disciple students is to partner with their parents and other more seasoned saints in the faith. If you have an interest in serving with us for the sake of the Kingdom of God at work in the lives of students, then please reach out, and we’ll get you started on the application process.
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