Mission
Creating opportunities for youth from Gr. 6-12 to encounter Jesus.
Our intention is to cultivate a community where youth meet Jesus. We prayerfully seek to do this by sharing the gospel, preaching God’s Word, teaching sound doctrine, and through cross-generational discipleship.
Vision
A community of youth who live for Jesus not just once a week, but every day of their lives.
Our prayer is that the youth of Christ City Church would come to know Jesus, be ignited in their faith, and seek to live for Him. That they would not be conformed to the ways of this world but transformed by the grace of God in the gospel of Jesus Christ and by the power of His Holy Spirit.
Christ City Youth is a ministry of regular rhythms punctuated by invitational events.
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Rhythm: Monday Night Youth
Each Monday night we gather, play games, hear from God’s Word, and have a time of discussion and prayer in small groups. We seek to equip the firm in faith, challenge the idle in faith, and invite the new to faith. All youth from Gr. 6-12 are welcome to join us from 7:00-9:00 P.M. at 5887 Prince Edward Street in Vancouver.
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Rhythm: Youth Foundations
Each Sunday during the third gathering we invite youth from grades 6 and 7 to join us for a time of doctrinal teaching. Youth Foundations acts as a transitional program to help youth adjust after graduating from Kids Ministry. Teaching through essential Christian doctrines using rich theological language prepares youth for Monday Night Youth and, down the line, for Sunday sermons.
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Rhythm: Sr. Youth Bible Study
On Thursdays after school we host our Sr. Youth Bible Study. This is for youth from grades 9-12 who want to go deeper into God’s Word and develop a better understanding of what it means to live in Christian community. Creating intentional time together as a group of senior youth provides the opportunity to dig into relevant applications and have meaningful discussions.
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Rhythm: Discipleship
In partnership with Youth Leaders and parents, our Director of Youth will work to arrange times of meaningful discipleship based on the needs of youth.
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Punctuation: One-Off Events
We have special events that act as an opportunity for youth to invite their non-Christian friends. These events are intentionally less formalized in their sharing of the gospel but are nonetheless incarnational moments.
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Punctuation: Youth Retreat
Once a year in the fall we partner with like-minded local churches in a moment of shared community under a common goal: knowing Jesus. Given the invitational nature and fun structure of this retreat, we encourage youth to invite their non-Christian friends.
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Punctuation: Christmas Banquet
In December, before youth pauses for Christmas break, we host our annual Christmas Banquet. Youth are encouraged to invite their non-Christian friends to this night in which we share a meal, hear a brief advent message, play games, and celebrate the season together.
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Punctuation: Youth Day Camp
Each summer, we host our Youth Day Camp. Youth going into grades 6-9 are invited to participate in our week-long day camp. Each day begins with a time of Bible teaching, followed by a time of small group discussion and prayer. Afterwards, each day features an activity or outing.
This is an excellent opportunity for youth to invite their non-Christian friends, as the teaching is expressly invitational, and the bulk of each day is spent out on activity. It’s a low pressure, fun and engaging way to introduce friends to Jesus.
Important Dates
September 9, 2024 – Monday Night Youth – Launch Night
September 27-29, 2024 – Fall Youth Retreat
September 30, 2024 – No Youth – Day of Truth and Reconciliation
October 14, 2024 – No Youth – Thanksgiving
October 18, 2024 – One-Off Event (Details TBD)
November 4, 2024 – Small Group Night
November 11, 2024 – No Youth – Remembrance Day
November 15, 2024 – One-Off Event (Details TBD)
December 16, 2024 – Youth Christmas Banquet
December 23, 2024 – No Youth – Christmas Holiday
December 30, 2024 – No Youth – Christmas Holiday
January 6, 2025 – Youth Prayer Night
February 9, 2025 – One-Off Event – Youth Superbowl Party
February 17, 2025 – No Youth – Family Day
March 3, 2025 – Small Group Night
March 24, 2025 – One-Off Event – Youth Basketball Event
April 21, 2025 – No Youth – Easter Monday
April 25, 2025 – One-Off Event (Details TBD)
May 5, 2025 – Small Group Night
May 19, 2025 – No Youth – Victoria Day
May 23, 2025 – One-Off Event (Details TBD)
June 16, 2025 – Monday Night Youth – Final Night Party
July – Youth Day Camp
For more information on Christ City Youth events be sure to join our Christ City Youth parents’ group on Church Center. For any questions, please reach out to David, our Director of Youth, at david@christcitychurch.ca
For children Gr. 5 and under, check out Christ City Kids.