Vibrant faith in action and Spirit-filled friendships!
Youth Group is a welcoming space for students to grow in fellowship and community. Middle School students (grades 6–8) meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays from 3–5pm, and High School students meet on the 2nd and 4th Sundays from 3–5pm in the community center.
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Join our new Summer Bible Study & Bonfire meets! These are great opportunities to connect with others, spend time around the fire pit, sing some worship songs, and get in the word.
Middle Schoolers will meet from 5-7 PM, and high schoolers will meet from 7:30-9 PM. We’ll be meeting on June 10th, July 12th, and August 9th & 16th. If the weather doesn't permit us to be outside, we will move into the HCL Chapel.
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Get to Know the
Youth ministry Team!
Steve Wilson Director of NextGen Ministry
What do you love about NextGen ministry?
Helping students and families know about the love of Jesus. I love being able to point people to God's Word when they are going through tough times in their life.
We hear you love Star Wars. What is your favorite part of Star Wars?
I love the adventure and fun of the series. I love being silly with light sabers and Yoda gear in my office. Just know I am a kid at heart!
Tell us about your family!
We love to do Disney Vacations, go and see musicals, and other sporting events. I am married to my wife, Janelle, who is a pharmacist. I have three great kids- Mackensi, Jimmy, and Ella who are a joy to see as almost-grown children. Watching them have a heart to share Jesus with others is truly a blessing to me.
Kelly Liefer
NextGen Associate
What do you love about NextGen ministry?
Being with kids and watching them grow in their faith is my passion! I love sharing Jesus with kids and their families in fun and creative ways.
We hear you love baking! What is the coolest thing you ever baked?
I love to bake and decorate cakes! I hardly ever bake the exact same thing twice. I once made a 3-tiered Super Mario Birthday cake for my son’s 6th Birthday.
Tell us about your family!
I am married to Pastor Todd. We have three fun kids, Jack, Lucy, and Grant. We love to play board games, go on family adventures, and explore anything outside.
volunteer opportunities
We have many FUN and extremely helpful ways you can get involved! We’d love your help!
Please click on the links below for more details and email Noah Bauer at nbauer@hcl.org if you have any questions and would like to volunteer.