Middle School
Our Student Ministry Team's Values:
Love: Experiencing and sharing the radically inclusive love of God.
Belong: Creating space for every child to feel safe, known, and valued.
Grow: Helping children build a strong foundation for a lifetime of faith.
Do: Encouraging kindness, compassion, and service in everyday life.
Programs
Middle School Youth Group
Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | in the Loft
Come for fun games, silly skits, student-led music, and plenty of laughs. Stay for an engaging faith message that connects to real life, meaningful small group conversations, and a community where you can truly be yourself.
With incredible volunteer leaders and friends by your side, Middle School Youth Group is a place to connect, ask questions, build friendships, and grow in faith together.Come as you are and meet us in The Loft!
*Please note: Regular programming will not meet on October 14 or November 25.
Disciples Plus Youth Ensemble
Wednesdays 5:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. | Grace Notes Choir Room
for Students in 6th - 12th Grade | Register Here!
Led by Patrick Morgan & Autumn Toussaint
A fun, faith-centered vocal ensemble where students learn harmony, rhythm, and vocal technique while leading music at WCC. Music includes contemporary Christian, traditional, and pop styles.
Community Meal
Wednesdays 5:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Mithun Hall
$6/children & $7/adults | Cash, check or Venmo
Join us every Wednesday for dinner before evening programming, whether you're coming for classes, choir, or just to hang out with your people. Everyone's got a seat at the table.
Middle School Homework & Hang
Wednesdays 4:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. | in the Corner
Come hang out after school before Youth Group! Students are invited to gather in The Corner to enjoy snacks, work on homework, spend time with friends, play games, and occasionally head to the gym for some active fun.
No pre-registration is required.
Middle School Sundays
Sundays 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | in the Corner
Middle school students are invited to gather in The Corner during the 9:00 a.m. worship hour for breakfast treats, Bible study, and engaging activities—including service projects, game days, and occasional opportunities to attend worship together.
Middle School Sundays are a great way for students to build friendships, connect with Ann, and grow together in faith and joy.
No pre-registration is required.
Special Events
Advent Workshop Elf Helpers
Sunday, December 6, 2026 | 9:30am-12:30pm | Gym
For Grades 6-12
Register Here!
Santa has his elves, and our youngest crafters need theirs. Middle and high school students can volunteer as Helper Elves, lending a hand with projects, restocking supplies and keeping the glitter (mostly) on the crafts. Earn service hours and get a head start on your holiday spirit.
Student Ministries Christmas Party
December 16, 2026 | 6:30pm-9pm | Off-site (start/end at East Entrance)
For Grades 6-12
Registration Link Coming Soon!
Student Ministries is hitting to the ice! For our combined Christmas Party this year, we’re skating at the Central Park Loop in Maple Grove. Bring your own skates if you have them (rentals are limited), plus money for rentals and the snack bar. Registration is required, so sign up early.
Paint & Sip
January 31, 2027 | 1pm-3pm | Loft & 3rd Floor
For Grades 6-12
$10 to attend, scholarships available
Register Here!
Paint & Sip is a chance to get cozy and let your creativity flow. We’ll have painting and an assortment of crafts, with canvases, paper, paints and brushes all provided. You’re also welcome to bring any other craft you’d like to work on alongside friends. This year, the sips come from Overjoy Coffee & Friends, and your drink is included in your registration.
Are You New?
If you’re new here, we’re so glad your family is joining us! To help us keep every child safe and cared for, please take a moment to complete this registration form. Once submitted, your family will be set up in our Safe Student Check-In System, and you’ll begin receiving our weekly Family Ministries Newsletter with updates and opportunities.
Questions? Contact Ann Hunhoff, Director of Middle School Ministry — she’d love to connect with you!
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