"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith, and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12
Jr. & Sr. High Activities
Print out a youth ministry brochure to share with a friend.
Recharge JV - (grades 6-8) weekly youth group Sundays 4-5:30pm at Valley Covenant Church (unless otherwise noted)
Snacks, crazy interactive activities, relevant discussion on topics Jr. High students care about, and much more are all included in these weekly meetings.
Schedule for September:
5th No J.V. due to Labor Day Weekend
12th First J.V. of school year at church
19th SYATP Pre-Pole Rally Event (5-7:30pm) at Valley Covenant
26th No J.V. due to Stillman Valley Fall Festival
Recharge Varsity - (grades 9-12) weekly youth group Sundays 5:30 to 7pm at Valley Covenant Church (unless otherwise noted)
A light meal, fun interactive activities, relevant discussion on the latest high school topics, and much more are all included in these weekly meetings.
Schedule for September:
5th No Varsity due to Labor Day Weekend
12th First Varsity of school year at church
19th SYATP Pre-Pole Rally Event (5-7:30pm) at Valley Covenant
26th No Varsity due to Stillman Valley Fall Festival
Upcoming Events
Paintball Event - Saturday September 11th from 1 - 4 pm
All students in Jr. High and High School are invited to join Recharge Youth Ministries for a fun afternoon of paintball through Winstead Outdoors on Saturday September 11th from 1-4pm.
Cost is $30 per person including a $15 deposit due to Youth Pastor Chris Ravn’s office at Valley Covenant Church no later than Sunday September 5th. All equipment necessary to play will be provided, but you do need to wear long sleeves/pants and sturdy shoes. We will meet at Valley Covenant Church at 12:30pm to ride together to the playing fields at Stone Quarry Park in Byron. Plan to be picked up at Stone Quarry at 4 pm.
Call Chris at Valley Covenant Church at (815) 645-8872 or e-mail Chris Ravn for details.
See You At The Pole 2010: Ogle County
On September 22nd, more than 3 million students will circle up around their school's main flagpole to worship & pray. Join us in prayer and praise with other students from the community on September 19th as we prepare for the big event. Over 80 6th-12th graders last year. Join us this year at 5 - 7:30 pm at Valley Covenant
Church in Stillman Valley! The Least of These will be back with us again this year to perform and worship with us.
Outside of Recharge Youth Group, there are an unlimited number of possibilities for students in grades 6-12 to get plugged into either a life-sharing or Bible Study small group. Each group typically has 4 or 5 youth participants and can meet at church or elsewhere on a weekly basis. Some groups are student-led while others are led by an adult.
Sunday School
On Sunday mornings at we offer classes for all ages (Preschool - Adult). During the summer, classes meet at 10:15 am. Most classes meet downstairs. Watch the web site, bulletin or newsletter for fall hours.
Parent Support
The Bible reminds us in Deuteronomy that parents have the primary responsibility of raising children to know and have a relationship with God through Jesus Christ. At the same time, the church is commanded to provide help and encouragement to parents. In response to this, we offer two free resources to support and encourage parents of teens.
Parents of Teens Support Group currently meets 10:15 - 11:15 am Sunday mornings
during the summer in the lower level of Valley Covenant Church. Relevant scripture, practical ideas, mutual support with people who understand and more are included in this time together. Watch the web site, bulletin or newsletter for fall hours.
Parent Link e-mail newsletter Each month, Chris sends out a free e-mail newsletter that features teen trends, statistics, articles, music, and movie reviews and discussion questions parents of teens can use at home to foster family talks. There is also a calendar page showing our youth and family related events that your family can participate in. Contact Chris Ravn 645-8872 ext. 11 with your name and e-mail address if interested in receiving this valuable resource.
Discipleship / Confirmation
From Sept. to April. Students in grades 7th & 8th learn about the basics of the Christian faith and personal disciplines that will help them grow in their spiritual walk with the Lord. For more information, call Jim Ahlberg at (815) 562-7880.
Special Events, Retreats & Camps
Events like hayrides, Christian concerts, and weekend retreats are just a few of the opportunities that are periodically scheduled for both Jr. and Sr. High students. Some events are scheduled on our own. Others are planned along with other Covenant churches or different denominations in order to provide more energy and community for Christ.
CHIC 2009
These special events, retreats and camps provide an encouraging environment outside the church walls where young people can deepen their relationships with friends and with Christ.
One Life Retreat 2009
Permission & Medical Forms
In order to participate in special events (off site), each student must fill out and turn in a permission/medical form. Adobe Acrobat Reader is needed to access these PDF files, or call the office and Chris will mail you one. You do not need this form to attend weekly Recharge meetings or other events held at the church.
Serving others is a key component as we grow in our faith. We frequently offer opportunities for youth to serve others in nursing homes, Bread of Life food pantry ministry, and worship services. Mission trips outside the area are also planned from time to time in addition to other opportunities that the Lord provides.
Youth Ministry Leadership Team
All of this is possible because of God's provision of dedicated adult leaders and interested youth taking on leadership roles. Our youth ministry team meets on the third Monday of each month at 7 pm at the church. These meetings include a devotional message, event planning, training, mutual support, fun & prayer. High school students are given opportunities in leadership and are exposed to situations where they lead younger students.
If you are interested in serving on the youth ministry team, please read and sign form listing our guidelines for leadership. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this PDF file, or call Chris at the office and he will mail you one.
Contact Chris to get on our contact list to receive updates on upcoming events and topics for Recharge. Print out a youth ministry brochure to share with a friend.
Chris Ravn, Youth Pastor - chris@valleycov.org
Church - (815) 645-8872 - Home - (815) 986-8561
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