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Upcoming Events
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Reboot Winter Retreat
Reboot is the BCM/D Youth Evangelism Conference.
A 2-night, 3-day winter retreat focused on growth and outreach through a variety of activities. Reboot is designed as a shortened version of summer camp. Students in 6th-12th grade will be challenged by Bible Study, worship, recreation, fellowship, and circuits.
For more information, please take a REBOOT Packet from the Next Gen bulletin board and/or reach out to Ester Nieto at e_nieto@wecare.org.
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The Great Wolf Lodge
Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23!
It’s going to be a weekend full of adrenaline, water fun, connection, and faith-filled moments! There’s absolutely no excuse not to sign up, it’s going to be epic!
Building Caring Relationships
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Building Caring Relationships *
The Bible says that life is to be experienced in relationship with Jesus Christ and one another. As a result, our vision is to have every Middle School and High School student who attends Friendship Baptist Church, intentionally connected to one another on a weekly basis through biblical-caring communities that promote transformation, caring relationships, prayer & a missionary-mindset that compels them to serve and see others introduced to Jesus.
By doing so, we will desire to intentionally engage one another and the community that surrounds us. We will seek to share with others the joy, fulfillment, hope and forgiveness that is available through Jesus Christ. We will seek ways to intentionally invite our friends and classmates to Sunday Worship Live, GrowGroups Live, Wednesday Night Live and Friday Night Live so that they may know Jesus and grow to love Him more.
Let’s meet God where He is working and be transformed! And be ready to tell others!
If you would like to be on the parents’ e-mail list to receive regular communication about upcoming events and important information, please contact Ester Nieto.
Every Week
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Sunday Morning Live
Our Worship Service begins at 11:00 a.m.
Provides an opportunity for students to come into the presence of God in the context of the church, and use their God-given talents and gifts, for the glory of God and the good of others. The service is student-led, with the exception of the preaching, which is done by our NextGen Minister. Each week our students lead in music, share testimonies about what God is doing in their lives, read Scripture, and operate the sound booth. In doing all of this, they get to understand that worship of God is not limited to just singing a few songs on Sunday morning but it is a way of life for the believer in Christ. And what we do on Sundays, is only one aspect of our worship.
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Growth Groups
Sunday Morning 9:45 to 10:45
Mid-Schoolers / High-Schoolers
We gather for Christ-centered Bible study, as we seek to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. The Gospel Project is a weekly Bible study that helps teens dive deep into the big story of the Bible—God’s plan to rescue His people through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Focus on Jesus. Every session shows how all Scripture leads us to Jesus.
Connect the dots. 3-Year chronological study explores the uniting gospel story and essential truths of Scripture.
Live the story. Show teens that it is Jesus who transforms them, not good behavior.
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Grounded Bible Study
Wednesday Night 6:45 to 8:00
This is a space where Students wrestle with real questions, grow deep roots in faith, and hang out in a cozy coffee shop vibe. They come curious, come hungry for snacks, delicious drinks, and truth and leave each week a little more grounded.
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Worship Rehearsal
Every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Whether you love singing, play an instrument. Join us!
· Where: We gather at the NextGen Coffee Bar.
· How Long: For 1 hour.
Daily Devotional Readings from the Gospel Project.
Please encourage your students to spend quality time in God’s word. This week’s readings:
October 27: John 10:1-10
October 28: Psalm 78:1-8
October 29: Psalm 78:10-64
October 30: Romans 2:5-11
October 31: 2 Kings 17:24-41
Student Minister Letter
Dear Parents,
I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to share something deeply meaningful that has taken root in my life over the past few months, my journey as a student minister at Friendship Baptist Church.
Serving in this role has been a great privilege, giving me the opportunity to connect with the next generation and remind them that they have a meaningful place in God’s purpose. It’s both a challenge and a joy to listen to them and walk alongside them in their faith.
My philosophy of ministry especially in outreach is focused on the value of being part of a multicultural church that empowers young people to become agents of change wherever God places them.
I truly believe that many young people are deceived by the enemy into thinking they’re just “passing through” their youth that they must wait until adulthood to finally become someone of significance. But I am convinced that God has placed us parents, pastors, and ministers as their spiritual guides to help them understand that now is the right time. They matter right now. Their lives are meaningful today, and God is ready to use them if they choose to say “Yes.”
Because I’m bilingual, I feel a strong call to serve both English and Spanish speaking students. My desire is to help build a strong and unified body of students who are ready to reach the world with the love and truth of Jesus Christ.
During my time in this ministry, I want to help students discover their true identity in Christ, to empower them to become friends of God through a real relationship with Him, with their parents, and through acts of service and help. This is what glorifies Jesus, and I believe it’s the path to a truly successful life.
My goal as a Christian Student Minister is to support you, the parents, in the spiritual growth of your children. Thank you for trusting me with your child’s spiritual journey. I am excited to walk alongside them and you as we pursue God’s purpose together.
With joy and commitment,
Ester Nieto