middle school

tuesday nights

Middle Schoolers come together on Tuesdays during the school year for a high-energy night of fun (karaoke, outdoor games and movie nights!)  all while having meaningful discussions about life and faith. Cell phones are collected in a “cell phone box” for fun and distraction free gatherings. 

hungry hearts

On the second Sunday of the month, GFC’s middle school students participate in the Hungry Hearts” program,” making 200 sandwiches for Open Door Shelter. This key element of our middle school program sparks meaningful conversations about what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our community.

confirmation program

At GFC, we create spaces where students can connect, have fun, serve others, and grow in their faith. Confirmation is a dedicated time for students to explore their spirituality and ask the important questions about our Christian traditions and beliefs.

This process is designed for youth group participants 8th grade & above to:

  • Explore the vows that confirmands make if they choose to be confirmed. 

  • Put faith in action through practices of compassion, service, and contemplation.

  • Discover what it means to belong to a community of faith.

  • Gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of the Christian story.

  • Learn about the core beliefs and practices of our tradition.

Confirmation includes weekly classes (November-May) a January overnight retreat, worship reflections, and a faith statement project.

Do you think your 8th grader would enjoy exploring their faith in this way? It’s not too late to sign up! You can read more here and contact Rev. Sophie Beal for more information and to register.

sunday mornings

On Sunday mornings during the school year, 6th-8th graders explore the stories and lessons of our faith with Youth Leaders Wes Beeler and Alison Lindsey-Noble through activities and discussions. On the second Sunday of the month, middle school students participate in the “Hungry Hearts” program, making 200 sandwiches for Open Door Shelter.

  • The confirmation class in the middle of the woods was where I felt the strongest connection to God. I felt this way because all of us came together to talk about God and church with our undivided attention and with no distractions. This confirmation experience has taught me so many new ideas and ways to think about the role church has in my life and I really enjoyed it.

    - Cameron Herald, GFC Confirmation Class of 2024

  • When my family joined GFC, we were immediately welcomed and surrounded by kind people also looking to strengthen their connection with God. I love going to confirmation class on Tuesday nights not only because I get to learn about God and the history of Christianity, but also because it is a place I can go to be supported by a loving community who will always welcome me with open arms. I am extremely grateful for the community GFC has given me.

    -Elizabeth Ben, GFC Confirmation Class of 2024