We bring students together to Experience God and learn about ways to Expand His kingdom. We utilize fun games, passionate worship and challenging teachings to enhance their faith and dependence on God.
Sunday
High School Opportunities
Explore - Sundays 10am (TBD)
Explore classes are available to challenge students in their faith. Please check here periodically to find out more information on what will be discussed and when the Explore classes will begin.
Sunday Morning Live - Sundays 11:30am
This is a time where our high school students can praise and worship together with their peers. We truly believe this is an opportunity to be creative in how we worship, preach/teach and engage with students. This year, we will be studying the Gospel of John. Come and check it out!!!
High School Journey Groups
HS Journey Groups - Sundays 1 – 3pm
Journey groups meet every other week to walk through the Gospel of John. They meet, eat, and dive deeper into God’s Word together, with a leader walking alongside. There may also be Journey groups meeting at other times and on other days.
Midweek
High School IGNITE
IGNITE- Tuesday Nights- 6:45pm-8:30pm (sometimes a little later...)
The youth group allows for students from all backgrounds to connect through games, challenging bible-based messages, and small groups. Pastor Joshua Bennett is phenomenal as he leads our Tuesday night outreach. Prayerfully consider if this is something your high school student could attend.
Upcoming Events
Baptism Class | May 12
Baptism, what is it? Why should I get baptized? What does it mean for me and my faith? These are great questions and we are sure you have more. Join us Sunday, May 12th during our 3rd service (11:30am) on 2nd floor Whiteside as we discuss these questions and many more. You don't want to miss this opportunity. Baptism will take place during services the weekend of May 18/19 in the main sanctuary. (There will also be a baptism class and an outdoor, lake-side baptism offered in August.)
Senior Celebration
In just a few short months, you will no longer be Senior’s in high school. You will be graduates of high school. It is such an exciting time. You can look back over the last 4 years of life that were filled joy and pain, fun and sorrow, friends and lost friends, and so much more. As a Pastor here at ACAC, I want to join in the celebration by throwing a big PARTY for all my graduating seniors.
This celebration is for you and your parents (and family) to encourage you in this big accomplishment. Part of this celebration is for you to be filled with love and joy from the gifts we give to you as a reminder of what God wants to continue to do in your life. Also, this is opportunity for the church to commission this graduating class of leaders for Christ. We, as the staff and church, want to send you off to college, trade school, military, and etc, with a sense of confidence that the church is here for you and supporting you.
Register by clicking Senior Celebration
ACAC Collegiate Scholarships
If you have any questions about the forms, the schedule or need assistance to access the forms online, please email Jane Eichenlaub, [email protected]
First Time Scholarship Applicants
If you are a new, first time student you are eligible to apply for the Collegiate Scholarship. You will find the application instructions, scholarship application and the student financial worksheet. Please fill out all of these forms and follow the instructions enclosed.
Forms and Requirements
Forms to Complete
Information to Obtain and Turn in
High School / current school transcript
FAFSA
Returning Student Applicants
If you have received collegiate scholarship funds in previous years and are a returning student, you are still eligible to receive funds for the current school year. You will find the application instructions as well as necessary forms here. Please fill out: the application, note of intent for Fall 2018 and the student journey questionnaire. Follow the instructions enclosed on the forms.
Forms and Requirements
Forms to Complete
Information to Obtain and Turn in
Current School Transcript
Ted Mock Scholarship
If you are currently in college you are eligible to apply for the Ted Mock Spiritual Leadership Award. People have described Pastor Ted with words like "Encouraging, Flexible, Progressive, Leader, Faithful, Humble, Joyful and Honorable." If you feel you possess and exhibit characteristics similar to Ted, take some time apply for the Ted Mock scholarship. Follow the instructions enclosed on the forms.
Forms and Requirements
Forms to Complete
January 2019 Parent Meeting Recap
Missed the parent meeting? Here are a few highlights...
Programs: Midweek and Sunday (also included events and activities)
We shared all the themes and topics being discussed during our the middle school and high school programs. We also shared about all the upcoming events and activities that are being organized for your son, daughter and their friends. You can reference the calendar and program information at the top of this page.
Missions:
There are two Summer Missions Opportunities for students. For students currently in 6th-7th grade, they can participate in the RE:Lease trip to Ohio. For students currently in 8th-12th grade, they can participate in the national Alliance youth conference called LIFE. Please check our website to find out more information regarding these trips.
Partnering with Parents
We talked openly about how vital it is for our SM staff to work in partnership with parents. It takes a community to develop young people today. We want to assist parents in the development process. We talked through 3 questions:
- What is going in your family and your kid's life, right now, that would help me and the other youth leaders know how to best walk alongside you? How can the youth ministry team support you and your family better?
- In your relationship with your children, how have you seen their spiritual development?
- What issues, if any, are you experiencing with your children from social media?
Prayer - We spent some praying for one another in small groups.
As you review these highlights of our parent meeting, if any questions, concerns, thoughts, and/or ideas come to mind, please do not hesitate to share them with our team. We look forward to connecting with you and your youth even more. Check your email periodically for our Parent Newsletter and for updates on upcoming events and activities. God bless you all!
Pastor Joe Oliver