Student Ministries
Student Ministries Mission
The Alaska Baptist Church student ministry exists to partner with parents to help teens grow in the Lord, glorify God, and share the good news of Jesus Christ with others in their community as well as the world!
This is accomplished through regular teaching and preaching, small groups, one-on-one discipleship, youth activities, mission trips, and serving roles within the church and the community.
Upcoming Events
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Fri, Feb. 21 thru Sun, Feb. 23- Lincoln Lake Winter Retreat
The date is set for this year's winter Snowman retreat at Lincoln Lake Baptist Youth Camp. Campground As the teens know, winter retreats are always fun and spiritually enriching- as well as great for strengthening relationships Helping Handsamong the group. The cost is only $50/student ..as the church's youth ministry covers the other half of the retreat registration expense.
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Sun, Feb. 23- No Meeting
FYI.. no Youth Group meeting this Sunday evening (due to the Lincoln Lake Winter Retreat)
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Sun, March 2- Mission Trip Meeting
On Sunday, March 2, there will be a meeting Chalkboard Teacher regarding the upcoming Summer 2025 Youth Mission Trip for everyone (students & parentsslideshare). The meeting will be held during the Sunday School hour in the Youth Room to provide informational Newspaper details regarding the summer Mission Trip plans (FYI, cost will be $500 / person).
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Sun, March 9 thru Sun, April 6- Munchies Fundraisers
Starting this Sunday - and continuing for the next four Sundays after that - studentsmyspacewill bring munchies Cookie Bite (i.e., treats) for the morning coffee Mug Hot time. Donations Alternate Money Bill will be collected for the munchies- with all proceeds all going towards the summer mission trip.
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Sun, March 9- TACO
For this Sunday evening, the Youth Group will have a Teen After Church Church Outing (T.A.C.O.) event, hosted by Ned and Rinda Newhof. Youth Users won't want to miss the special Student Ministries gathering this night that'll involve a meal- and, as such, will be a 5pm - 7:30pm event.
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Fri, March 21- Movie Night
You won't want to miss the Movie Video Night we are planning at church Church where we'll watch the movie Homeward Bound Dog. This will be a special, combined Youth Group and Children's Ministry event that will occur from 6:30pm - 8:30pm (we may be watching another movie in the Youth Room).
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Sat, March 22- Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
A combination Spaghetti dinner Utensils and entertainment event will be held this night- which will serve as a fundraiser Hand Holding US Dollar for the summer mission trip. Students will take care of providing the entertainment Theater Masks for the evening while Mike gives presentations Child.
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Sun, April 27- Youth Led Service
The students will lead the morning Worship Service Cross at church this day. Plan to be actively involved this Sunday as we address the welcome/greeting Handshake, announcements bullhorn and praise music Itunes Note for the morning. Mike will present the morning message.
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Sun, April 27- Roller Skating Fundraiser
After the youth-led morning worship service, a combined Student Ministries and Children's Ministries roller skating fundraiser Hand Holding US Dollar event will occur from 2pm - 5pm. This is another event to help provide funds for the summer mission trip. Time to take a step into the past with this fun Laugh Face with Beaming Eyes, family-friendly outing.
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Sat, May 31- Pop Can Drive
Doing a collection of cans & bottles Wine Bottleamong the church family - and turning them in for their redemption Alternate Money Check value - has been a solid fundraising Dollar Sign activity for decades that has helped contribute to many summer mission Cross trips. On this Saturday we'll do a full-court press to finalize the collecting for the upcoming trip.
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Sat, June 21 thru Fri, June 27- Summer Mission Trip
This is when the summer mission Cross trip for the students/youth of Alaska Baptist Church will occur. This year, our trip will take us to Chicago- where we will again partner Helping Hands with Praying Pelican ministries who will connect us with a downtown City church to provide an inner-city experience. Middle Schoolers (but not incoming 6th graders) can join if they wish. Cost: $500 / person.
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Mon, July 21 thru Fri, July 25- VBS
We are looking forward to another great VBS programmyspacethis summer, which will run from July 21 - July 25, 6pm-8:30pm. It is one of the biggest Childlocal outreach events that the church holds each year. Please Note: students going on the summer mission Cross trip must participate in VBS.
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Sun, July 27 thru Tue, July 29- Camping Trip
We plan to head out to Camp CampgroundMichawana, leaving Sunday after church and returning late on Tuesday evening. Lots of adventure Hiking, game Table Tennis and outdoor fun Running will occur (tubing Water, miniature golf, etc.) Be sure to save the dates on your calendar ..as it is expected to be a great event.
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Mon, Aug. 11- Cedar Point Trip
In an effort to satisfy the thrill-seekers among our youth (which is most of them Squinting Face With Tongue), a trip to Cedar Point Users will occur this day. While the departure and return times are TBD at this time, the youth should plan on an early Hushed Face morning departure and a late night Bed return- as we'll want to have as much 'fun time' at the amusement park as possible.
Student Meetings
Students have various meetings where they are able to fellowship and grow closer to Christ. Sunday school (Sundays 11am-11:50am) and Youth group meetings (Sundays 5:30pm-7pm) are developed to allow each student to mature in Christ. There's a lot of laughter, games, and fun along the way and each activity encourages fellowship and friendship while equipping each student with a comprehensive knowledge of God's Word.
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Teen After Church Outings
The Teen After Church Outings involve various activities, food, fellowship and fun, provided by the student leaders & members of our congregation. They occur at varying dates and times throughout the year. Be sure to check the calendar or with one of the youth leaders for more information.
** UPCOMING TACO: Sun, March 9, 5pm-7:30pm, hosted by Ned & Rinda Newhof **