Upcoming High School Events
Cidercade
We plan to take our youth students to Cidercade! Drop off and pickup at Grace from 11:00 am – 1:15 pm. Sign up with the link below
Youth Dads BBQ
Jonathan Scheffrahn and Curt Joens would like to invite all the dads of Youth to join them for a BBQ hangout at Curt’s house on April 5th. It’ll be a great time to connect with other Dads in Youth Ministry. Sign up with the link below.
Youth Camping
We will be taking our Middle & High school students camping in April! Check out the link below.
Outdoor Skating Night
We are invited to join the Family Ministry for a roller skating night!
Summer Camp
We will be attending Summer Camp alongside other churches in our area. The location is Lake Lavon Camp in Princeton, Texas. The cost is $225 per student. This camp is open to all 7th-12th graders in our youth group. If you have any questions, contact Julia at juliah@gracearlington.com. Register with the link below.
Serve Week
We will be serving with the AdventureLand team doing VBS! More details coming soon!
Youth Worship Workshop
Pastor Arron and Pastor Jonathan are hosting a worship workshop for any middle school and high school students who are currently participating or want to participate in worship ministry in youth this Fall. We will cover the Biblical concept of tabernacle worship as well as practical tips for leading our peers into the presence of God through worship. Lunch provided, sign up with the link below.
Reality Conference
(Important Update - This event has sold out for the main room. There is still overflow tickets available and you can still sign up but you won't be able to be in the main room. Contact Jonathan for Questions at jonathan@gracearlington.com)
At this year’s Reality Student Apologetics Conference, we’ll meet the challenges raised against God’s Word. We’ll answer the critics and respond to the attacks. We’ll build a foundation for why we can trust the Bible. The confidence of Jesus can be ours as we respond to the world’s challenges when we declare, “It Is Written.”
Cost:
Registration includes 3 meals, transportation, and admission to the apologetics conference.
$75 - Early Bird Registration if you register by Jan 8th.
$85 - Jan 9th to Feb 14
Wednesday Night Youth
The greatest love anyone can show requires the choice of sacrifice.
D-Groups
Are you looking for a deeper experience both relationally and spiritually? D Groups are the place for you as each week students meet to study the Bible, pray, and grow closer as friends.
Family Game Night
Come and join us for Family Game Night in the Life Center gym for a night of fellowship, fun, and free indoor activities! We’ll have games for all ages, puzzles, snacks, a section for kids to play dodgeball or run around, and a chance to get to know other families or make a new friend!
Wednesday Night Youth
Welcome to week 3 of “I Am Secure!” Over the past two weeks, we’ve explored the ideas of trusting and believing in God’s goodness and understanding how deeply He cares for us, even in difficult times. This week, we are diving into another essential aspect of our faith in God—trusting Him when life feels unfair or unjust. When we experience challenging or painful situations, it can be easy to question why things happen the way they do. Today, we’ll discuss how to respond to these feelings and recognize that even when circumstances don’t make sense, God’s justice prevails. In His hands, everything is made right, even when we can’t see it immediately. By the end of today’s session, you’ll feel more secure in the knowledge that God’s justice is perfect and unfailing, even in moments of uncertainty.
Wednesday Night Youth
Welcome back to another week of “I am secure!” Last week, we explored the challenges of trusting God, as well as trusting others. It can often be difficult to fully rely on God, especially when life doesn’t unfold the way we hope. This week, we are diving deeper into a common struggle: “Sometimes it’s hard for me to believe that God is good.” Many of us wrestle with this idea, particularly when the events around us seem anything but godly or good. Through our study of John 10:1-18, we will discover a reassuring truth: God knows exactly what we need, why we need it, and when we need it. This journey can strengthen our faith, deepen our understanding, and help us trust in God’s goodness, even when it’s not easy to see.
Armor Up
In these two interactive classes, we aim to help students grow in their ability to discern truth from error and take captive deceptive beliefs like pluralism, moral relativism, and other popular arguments that are in conflict with the Bible.
2 Cor 10:5
5 We are destroying arguments and all arrogance raised against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.
Wednesday Night Youth
Welcome to an exciting new series! This month, with our theme “I am secure,” we will guide students on a journey of discovering what it means to truly place their trust in God and find security in His presence. Today, we’ll address a common question: “Can I trust that God is with me?” Through exploring the story of Elisha and the widow in 2 Kings 4:1-7, we’ll dive into the depths of God’s provision and care. Together, we’ll learn that when we entrust our cares to God, we find a sense of peace and assurance that only He can provide. Our big idea today is: “Placing my cares in God’s hands guarantees peace.” Let’s dive in!
Armor Up
In these two interactive classes, we aim to help students grow in their ability to discern truth from error and take captive deceptive beliefs like pluralism, moral relativism, and other popular arguments that are in conflict with the Bible.
2 Cor 10:5
5 We are destroying arguments and all arrogance raised against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.
Welcome Back! Wednesday Night Youth
Welcome Back Students! The curriculum is coming soon!
Toys for Mexico Trip
Sign up for our Toys for Mexico Youth Missions Trip.
Juniors and Seniors can sign up on Oct 20, 2024.
Sophomores on Oct 27th.
Freshman on Nov 1st.
Limit of 17 people signing up (including leaders).
Youth Christmas Party
Youth Christmas Party | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
On Dec 18th, we will have our annual Christmas Party, where we combine Middle School and High School for a time of remembering what Christmas is all about by talking about Jesus and then giving to others. This year, we want to encourage each student to bring some money with them (The suggested amount would be $10-$20) so that we can go shopping together for a needy family or two within Grace at Walmart. Because we have a lot of fun to accomplish together, also note our meeting ends at 8:30 that night instead of the normal 8 pm.
Christmas Sing Along
We plan to take a group of students to Brooksdale Memory Care to sing, and bring a little bit of joy to some of the some of the residents there. Drop off and pick up at GCC
Pickleball Night
Come join us in the GYM for an exciting night of pickleball on December 11th from 6:30-8:30 PM! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-timer, this is your chance to have some fun, learn the game, and get some great exercise. We’ll have courts set up, and everyone is welcome to jump in for casual games or to learn the basics. So grab a friend, your sneakers, and get ready for a night full of friendly competition, laughs, and tons of fun! See you there!
Grace U Parenting Class
Coming up on December 7th, Jonathan and Samson are teaching a parenting class for Grace University and they want to hear from you! Click the button below to let them know what is the question you most want answered related to parenting a Youth student. (Time TBD)
Last Night of Normal Youth
Our weekly gathering on Wednesdays is all about connecting with God and each other. We play games, worship God, explore the Bible together, and encourage one another. We will be starting a three-week series called Take A Bow. This series encourages high schoolers to explore the interesting tension between living a life of humility and confidence at the same time. Anchored in Jesus’ understanding of humility, students will be challenged to occupy their God-given space in the world and to learn how to constantly weigh the tendency for entitlement and arrogance against Jesus’ call to be humble.
WEEKLY BOTTOM LINES
WEEK 1: Don’t leave your space blank
WEEK 2: When you follow Jesus, you will find real rest
WEEK 3: Don’t measure your God-given space by the space occupied by someone else
Last Night of regular Wednesday night’s until 2025!
D-Groups
Discipleship groups, or D groups, offer high schoolers a valuable opportunity to connect and discuss various aspects of life. Over the next four weeks, leaders will select a topic or book for their group to explore together.
Youth Dad's BBQ
Pastor Jonathan and elder Curt Joens want to invite all the fathers of youth ministry students to a BBQ dinner at Curt’s house from 5:30-7:30 on Nov 16th. We need to know how much food to cook so let us know you are coming by texting Jonathan at 214-228-0979.
6809 Winthorp Dr
Arlington, TX 76001-4854
United States
Wednesday Night Youth
Our weekly gathering on Wednesdays is all about connecting with God and each other. We play games, worship God, explore the Bible together, and encourage one another. We will be on the second week of our three-week series called Take A Bow. This series encourages high schoolers to explore the interesting tension between living a life of humility and confidence at the same time. Anchored in Jesus’ understanding of humility, students will be challenged to occupy their God-given space in the world and to learn how to constantly weigh the tendency for entitlement and arrogance against Jesus’ call to be humble.
WEEKLY BOTTOM LINES
WEEK 1: Don’t leave your space blank
WEEK 2: When you follow Jesus, you will find real rest
WEEK 3: Don’t measure your God-given space by the space occupied by someone else
Focus
Focus is a weekend discipleship event for high school students. Students stay in host homes throughout the area, do a Bible study together, then participate together in fun competitions and a Facedown worship service at the church.
https://grace-community-church-79643.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2542179
Wednesday Night Youth
Our weekly gathering on Wednesdays is all about connecting with God and each other. We play games, worship God, explore the Bible together, and encourage one another. We will be starting a three-week series called Take A Bow. This series encourages high schoolers to explore the interesting tension between living a life of humility and confidence at the same time. Anchored in Jesus’ understanding of humility, students will be challenged to occupy their God-given space in the world and to learn how to constantly weigh the tendency for entitlement and arrogance against Jesus’ call to be humble.
WEEKLY BOTTOM LINES
WEEK 1: Don’t leave your space blank
WEEK 2: When you follow Jesus, you will find real rest
WEEK 3: Don’t measure your God-given space by the space occupied by someone else
D-Groups
Discipleship groups, or D groups, offer high schoolers a valuable opportunity to connect and discuss various aspects of life. Over the next four weeks, leaders will select a topic or book for their group to explore together.