Youth Ministry
Our youth programs equip students in grades 6 – 12 for a life of faith.
We give our students the opportunity to authentically grow in the Christian faith and mission while nurturing their development and maturity as individuals and in community. We help our students take ownership of their faith and give them the freedom to wrestle with their questions in a safe environment.
Weekly opportunities include:
For more information about Youth programs and opportunities, please contact the Rev. Sutton Lowe, Director of Youth Ministry.
Youth Sunday School
Sundays — 10:15 am
All middle and high school students are invited to gather for Sunday school
Middle School - Room 238
Led by parishioners Calvin and Kathy Harris. We discuss hard questions about God, the Bible, the church, and more.
High School - Chapel
The Rev. Sutton Lowe leads a study on Christ in culture.
Youth Mission Trips
Blueprint - All youth are invited to San Antionio June 15-20 to partner with Blueprint Ministries. We will be working to restore hearts and home in the San Antonio community through building relationships and repairing homes. The cost is $550.
Costa Rica- This summer our High School Youth are going on a mission to Costa Rica. We are partnering with Diocese of Costa Rica. The trip is June 21- 29. Cost is $2200 and the trip is open to all current high school students. (THIS MISSION IS FULL)
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Youth Midweek
May 07, 2025 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Every Wednesday, the SJD Youth will share a meal, play games, and worship together. All 6th - 12th graders are welcome! We will meet downstairs for dinner before going upstairs to the Youth Room.
SNL: End of Year Extravaganza
May 18, 2025 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm
All youth are invited to a Taskmaster-themed end-of-year game night on Sunday, May 18, from 6:30 to 8 pm. We will have dinner in the Hall Life Center, then move upstairs to the Youth Room. This is a fun way for our youth, grades 6-12, to get to know one another better and grow in their relationships with each other and Christ.
