Love That Actually Works: 9 Square & Poptarts
February 15 5:45 - 7:45 pm
The Student Ministry is for 6th – 12th graders. We are dedicated to providing an environment that is safe, fun, engaging, and attractive to all students. We also strive to help our students grow in their relationship with Jesus, learn how to use and apply what is written in the Bible to their lives, learn how to serve and give generously, and connect with other students and adult leaders through authentic, nurturing relationships.
The students meet on Sunday nights. Doors open at 5:45 pm with a social gathering, games, and fun to provide a time for the students to interact and hang out. We begin our services at 6:20 which include worship, bible teaching, and application. After the service, we break into small groups to connect with other students and adult leaders, discuss the lesson and figure out how to apply it to our lives, dig deeper into the Bible and prayer. We wrap up at 7:45 pm.
Don’t be a Jonah
Most of us like the idea of following God until it gets uncomfortable. We want God’s guidance, but only if it lines up with what we already want to do. The story of Jonah shows us what happens when we hear God clearly and still choose to run the other way. Jonah did not get lost by accident. He knew what God asked him to do and decided he wanted something else. In this series, we will walk through Jonah’s story and see how running from God never leads to freedom, peace, or control. We will also see that even when we run, God does not stop pursuing us. This series challenges us to stop avoiding what God is calling us to do and start trusting Him with our obedience, even when it feels hard or confusing.
Why This Should Matter to You:
You face real decisions every day that shape who you are becoming. The direction you run now could shape the kind of person you will be later. When you ignore God or run from what He is asking, it might feel easier in the moment, but it often leads to more stress, regret, and confusion. Jonah’s story reminds us that God’s way is not about punishment but purpose. When you trust God instead of running from Him, you grow in courage, clarity, and faith. This matters because God is not trying to ruin your life or limit your freedom. He is inviting you into something better, even when it feels uncomfortable. The question is not whether God is speaking. The question is whether you will listen or keep running.

February 15 5:45 - 7:45 pm
February 20 - 21, 7:00 pm - 3:00 pm
March 1 5:45 - 7:45 pm
March 8 5:45 - 7:45 pm
March 15 5:45 - 7:45 pm
March 22 5:45 - 7:45 pm
March 29 5:45 - 7:45 pm