Middle School Ministry

Middle School

Group of children and two staff members walking on grass in a wooded park during daytime.

At Wayzata Community Church, Middle School Ministry is a vital part of our broader Family Ministries mission — nurturing faith at every stage of life and supporting students and families as they grow together.

Middle school is a time of big questions, growing independence, and discovering identity. That’s why we create a space where students feel welcomed, known, and encouraged as they explore their faith in meaningful, age-appropriate ways. Supported by a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, our ministry is relational, experiential, and rooted in real-life conversations that matter to middle schoolers.

Through Sunday mornings and midweek gatherings, students engage in a blend of learning, music, service, and community-building experiences. Together, we explore the stories of the Bible, practice worship, and begin to shape a personal, lasting relationship with God — all within a supportive and inclusive environment where every student belongs.

Our 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.

8th Grade Celebration

Sunday, May 17 • 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Sanctuary & Colonnade • Cost: Free-will offering • Registration required

Join us as we celebrate and honor our graduating 8th graders for the growth they’ve experienced throughout their middle school years — and to remind them that they will always have a place to belong in our WCC community.

The morning begins with 9:00 a.m. worship in the Sanctuary, followed by a celebratory brunch in the Colonnade.

Fast Food Formal

Wednesday, May 13 • 6:30–8:00 p.m. • The Loft
No cost • No pre-registration required

We’re ending the year with a smorgasbord of fast-food favorites to celebrate our time together! Come dressed in your finest formalwear — or show up in your best fast-food–themed costume for extra fun.

VBS Leadership Opportunities

August 3 – 7 • 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. daily

Love working with kids? Join our VBS team this summer and help create an unforgettable week of faith, fun, games, crafts, and connection for younger children.

Middle School: Junior Counselors
Open to Incoming 6th–8th Graders
Step into leadership through our VBS Junior Counselor Program, designed especially for middle school students who want to serve and grow in confidence. Junior Counselors will work alongside older counselors during VBS week, helping lead activities, support younger campers, and be part of a fun, faith-filled experience. Apply here!

‍Mandatory Leadership Training Session:
July 28 • 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. • Graceland Gym
Lunch & VBS T-shirt Included

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 — we’d love to connect with you!

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Ann Hunhoff

Director, Middle School Ministry