 Apex is more than just a program--we practice 'relational ministry,' where our goal is more than just entertaining students, or offering an alternative to adult discipleship; our leaders are committed to building strong relationships with our students. We accept them and love them for who they are, building a foundation of trust through which we share with them our love of Jesus Christ. "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 We work through the mission statement of First Pres: "God's living WORD, through the work of the Holy Spirit, draws as we engage in a series of events and activities designed over the course of a year for students to build community with one another and their church family (Acts 2:42-47), learn to deepen their walk with Christ (John 8:31-32), and in turn to serve Him with their worship and witness (John 13:34, Matthew 28:18-20). us together and guides us in our daily lives. In joyful WORSHIP, we offer our lives to God using a variety of styles in our gathered worship and personal devotions. We compassionately WITNESS to our faith in Jesus Christ by sharing our story with others and giving our lives in mission and service. We warmly WELCOME all people whom God calls into our family of faith and fellowship."  down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith, and in purity. 1Timothy 4:12 While First Pres employs a part time youth director, we rely heavily on the assistance of our volunteer leaders. Navigate to the "Volunteers" page, if you would like more information on that, or to sign up for emails. Why is it called APEX? I'm glad you asked! An apex is the highest point, the summit, or crest. In this youth group, we strive in all that we do to reach that highest point. We are constantly asking God to work in our spiritual lives that we may ascend ever more towards God in our faith, becoming more Christ-like along the way. In addition to our weekly meeting on Tuesdays, we have a whole series of events scattered throughout the year--explore the rest of the site to learn more! |
|
|
|
Links    |
About Us |