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“TO EQUIP THE SAINTS FOR THE WORK OF MINISTRY” Ephesians 4:12
Students are part of an inquisitive and influential generation that longs for kindness, goodness, and love in the world. We love this generation! Our main goal in Student Ministry is making authentic disciples in Middle and High School students by bringing them to faith in Jesus Christ, teaching them to love God’s Word, and equipping them to be ministers and missionaries in the world they inhabit. Born-again students are the most powerful influencers of the church today and we long to see them equipped to both live and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ.
SUNDAY

9:30am | Sunday School

5:30pm | Overflow

WEDNESDAY

5:00pm | Connect Dinner

6:30pm | The Rock

Charles Denis

Interim Director of Student Ministries

Charles is a godly and gifted member of Smyrna First, dedicated to loving our students and teaching them God’s Word.

    EQUIP & TRAIN

    We want our students to stand for their faith, so we work to equip them with Bible knowledge and training so that they can confidently answer the questions of the culture. The goal is that every student would have the tools for ministry they need and that they be raised to maturity in Jesus.

    This teaching happens primarily in Sunday School at 9:30am every Sunday at The Well, located on our campus adjacent to the Church Street entrance. Sunday School focuses on:

    • The Story of the Bible
    • The Doctrines of the Bible
    • Christian Worldview
    • Apologetics & Evangelism

    WORSHIP & APPLY

    Nothing is more important than glorifying God. We desire to help our students taste and see that the Lord is good through worshipping together. Creating a longing for God and his Word in the heart of every student is of utmost importance to us. Students should be able to not only hear God’s Word, but also apply it to their every day lives. This happens best through a regular time of praising God together.

    Middle and High School students worship together on Wednesday nights at 6:30pm in the Chapel, located in our Main Campus. Middle School and High School follow worship with small groups for application. Our goals for worship are:

    • To delight in Jesus Christ
    • Apply the Bible to life
    • Learn to live as the church

    DISCIPLE & GROW

    Every student needs the regular intake of God’s Word. We want to help students learn to listen to God speak to them through the Bible. For High School, weekly Bible reading and journaling is encouraged and we take time each week to talk about what God is teaching them during their personal time alone with him. Middle School students use catechism (questions and answers that teach who God is and what he has done) to give them a foundation for their faith.

    Discipleship happens every Sunday evening at 5:30pm. The evening typically starts with food, then Middle and High School students break up into small groups for discussion. Afterward we make time to enjoy each other’s company through games and activities. Sunday nights are designed to:

    • Teach students to read and understand God’s Word
    • Enjoy Christ-centered community

    We can’t wait to meet you. If you want more details on Student Ministry or simply have questions, contact Charles Denis.

    CAMPS & CONFERENCES

    Our students attend an annual Summer Camp centered on the gospel and having outrageous fun.

    DNOW is a weekend of growth in collaboration with other Student Ministries in our area every February.

    Retreats for boys and girls are scheduled to enrich our time together.

    MISSIONS & ACTIVITIES

    Every student is called to be a witness. We make opportunities for students to serve by taking their faith into the world. Our aim is to provide students with experience in engaging others with the gospel.

    We also love to have fun together and believe God made this world in part for our enjoyment. We regularly schedule events that help us make memories, have fun, and enjoy one another.