Our Children and Youth Ministry Department offers a year-round suite of integrated programming designed to support the academic, personal, and developmental success of our local youth from early childhood through young adulthood. We strategically address the systemic causes of inequity through targeted interventions in education, wellness, and career readiness. Our initiatives emphasize violence prevention and leverage community partnerships to create a safe, nurturing, and high-opportunity environment.

In our commitment to closing achievement gaps by providing high-quality educational support and promoting equitable access to resources we ensure that our children and youth are prepared for academic steps throughout their educational journey.

  • –Tutoring & Literacy Programs: Provides one-on-one and small-group academic support across core subjects, with a special emphasis on foundational literacy to ensure reading proficiency.
  • –STEM Exposure: Hands-on activities and projects designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers.
  • –College Preparation & Readiness: Specialized workshops focusing on application processes, financial aid, and standardized test preparation (SAT/ACT), complemented by guided college campus tours to expose youth to higher education opportunities.
  • –Educational Equity Outreach: Focused efforts to connect families with resources, information, and advocacy support necessary to navigate the educational system and ensure fair opportunities for their children.
  • –Skillset Building: Workshops and activities focused on essential life and soft skills, including financial literacy, public speaking, and digital citizenship.
  • –Summer Youth Enrichment: A structured program offering academic reinforcement, cultural exposure, and recreational activities during the summer months.

Our programs prioritize the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of our youth, building resilience and healthy community connections.

  • –Violence Prevention: Dedicated curricula and peer-led sessions focused on conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and non-violent communication to foster safe environments and positive relationships.
  • –Community Wellness: Activities and partnerships promoting mental health awareness, nutritional education, and physical activity, viewing the child’s well-being within the context of the entire community.
  • –Wraparound Services: Providing coordinated, holistic support for youth and families facing complex challenges, linking them to external specialized services.
  • –Monthly Parenting Check-ins: Regular, supportive group and individual sessions for parents and guardians focused on building effective parenting strategies, sharing resources, and strengthening family bonds.

We equip older youth with the tools and experience necessary to transition successfully into higher education or the workforce, fostering long-term economic stability.

  • –Career Coaching: Mentorship, workshops, and individualized guidance on career pathways, resume building, interview skills, and professional networking.
  • –Earn & Learn Initiatives: Structured programs offering youth opportunities for paid work experience, connecting classroom learning with practical application and fostering responsibility and financial literacy.
  • –Educational Field Trips: Diverse field trips throughout the year that expose youth to different professional environments, cultural institutions, universities, and hands-on learning experiences to broaden their perspective and career aspirations.