Youth and Children’s Ministries

Youth and Children’s Ministries

Cadets (Calvinist Cadet Corps) 

A carefully planned program to help the men of the church reach and disciple boys, 1st–8th grade, for Christ. CADETS meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, October–April, at 6:30 p.m. following our Family Night dinner at 5:45 p.m. 2023–24 dates can be found here. For more information about Cadets click here.

Youth Catechism Class

Our 8th–12th grade students will be alternating between the adult Sunday School class with Pastor Ben Bessett and a High School Catechism class with Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven, Israel Quaresma, and Victor Lynde. Check the church calendar for dates.  This class does not meet during the summer.

Children’s Sunday School

Sunday School 11:20 a.m.–12:05 p.m. Sunday School is held for ages Pre-K–7th grade. These classes do not meet during the summer.

GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior)

GEMS is a relationship-based, relationship-building club program created especially for girls 1st–7th grade. GEMS meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, October–April, at 6:30 p.m. following our Family Night dinner at 5:45 p.m. 2023–24 dates can be found here. For more information about GEMS click here.

Kids’ Life Bible Club

Seventh offers after school Bible Club for students 1st–4th grade at Harrison Park Elementary School on Wednesdays, September–April.

Summer Classes

During the summer months, all are welcome to meet in the upstairs lounge following the morning worship service to join the adult class led by Pastor Ben Bessett.

Youth Group

Youth Group for students 8th–12th grade meet regularly for food, fellowship, and Bible study Sunday evenings throughout the semesters as well as work/service projects and other fun activities. Students will participate in the Reformed Youth Service’s week-long Convention during the summer. Check the weekly bulletin or contact the church office for more details.