LIFT Youth Ministry

WHO IS LIFT?

LIFT Youth Ministry at Family in Christ Church is a fun, welcoming youth group for students in 6th–12th grade. We’re a place where students can build real friendships, enjoy fun activities, feel safe, and explore what it means to follow Jesus together.

We know the teen years can be challenging, so we strive to create a space full of kindness, encouragement, and honesty. Our overall goal is to be a ministry where students feel seen and supported. Whether your child is curious about faith or already committed to growing in it, there’s a place for them here.

WHY THE NAME “LIFT”?

Our name comes from our desire to lift God up—and to lift one another up. In Mark 12:28-31, Jesus teaches us to love God and love others are the first and second greatest commandments. That’s what we aim to do every week at LIFT.

OUR MISSION & VISION

We take inspiration from the words of Jesus in Mark 12 and from our name LIFT. Mark 12:30-31 tells us to ”Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these.”

Mission: Know God. Find your People. Make Him known.
Vision: Raise a generation of students who live for Jesus and lead others to him.

Weekly Events

Weekly Events:

Youth Group

When: Sunday Evening

What Time: 4:00- 6:00

Where: Family In Christ (excluding Uplift Nights)

Our weekly Youth Group gatherings are designed to be a fun, safe, and meaningful space for students to grow in their faith and build lasting friendships. Each week includes:

Games – Engaging and energetic activities that help break the ice and bring everyone together.
Worship – A time to focus on God through music and singing, helping students experience His presence in a real way.
Teaching –Each week, we share a short, Bible-based message that speaks to the real-life issues students face, helping them understand who God is and how faith matters in their everyday lives. Biblically based messages that are relevant to the lives of students and help them grow in their faith.
Small Groups – Small group conversations that allow students to ask questions, share their thoughts, and apply what they’ve learned in a personal way.
And More! – Special events, service projects, themed nights, snacks, and spontaneous fun that keeps things fresh and exciting each week!

Disciple Day

When: Wednesday Night

What Time: 6:00 - 7:30

Where: Family In Christ

We believe that experiencing Jesus just once a week isn’t enough. That’s why we created Disciple Day—a more intimate setting where kids can go deeper into Scripture and explore what the Bible says about every aspect of life. In this space, students read Scripture together, reflect on its meaning, and challenge one another to apply it to their daily lives

Uplift Nights are all about fun, friendship, and making memories together!

Uplift Nights

Uplift Nights are all about fun, friendship, and making memories together!

These events are the perfect chance for students to invite friends, unwind, and enjoy meaningful connection. Whether we’re bowling, skating, or hosting a movie night, Uplift Nights give kids a chance to relax, have fun, and be reminded that they’re not alone—we’re here for them.