- Faith Student Ministries

Faith Church, Kent(253) 631-0990

Students and Parents -

Even with the school breaks, April was such a fulfilling month!

We had a packed Late Night Apps, a wild night of team games at Meet in the Middle, and a very successful launch of camp with only a few spots left.

On top of that, we heard from eight different speakers, including Megan Jones, who guest-taught High School this past Sunday.

And it doesn't stop there; we had our Worship Leader (accompanied by a few students), Reece Heald, lead main worship, and an FSM Alumni, Ellie Jancola, backfilled to lead our team in FSM! AND one of our regular teachers, Josiah Finnestad, guest taught with Gregg in the main service! All in all, FSM is leading the way, and our students are reaping the benefits while also giving of themselves in FSM and beyond!

With May comes a series of events and a full Wednesday/Sunday schedule as we get ready for promotion and Summer, which is just around the corner! There is In & Out THIS Friday at Faith; we also have the Meet in the Middle: Fast Food Formal on the 10th and Grad Brunch on Saturday the 18th.

Take a look below to see everything coming up this month!

Jake Schneiderhan

Student Ministry Pastor

Faith Church

[email protected]
EVENTS
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2024 Spring Calendar
(HS) In & Out: Nacho & Nachos (and Games)
Friday, May 3rd7:00 PM - 9:00 PMLOCATION: Faith Church - High School Room
This month, we're IN for Nacho & Nachos (and Games)!

EVERYTHING in students' lives is crazy this time of year. So this night is a simple night for hanging out with friends!

Want to watch a movie? Check.

Want to play your favorite board games? Check.

What to eat nachos and cry? Go for it!

Want to have some extra time to talk and hang with leaders and friends? BE THERE!

This night is for you, and it's guaranteed to be a good time or your money back. Bring whoever you want to hang out with and your favorite board game or card game, and we'll see you there.
(MS) Meet in the Middle: Fast Food Formal
Friday, May 10th6:00 PM - 9:00 PMLOCATION: Drop Off & Pick Up at Faith Church High School Room
It's that time of year, get ready for the Middle School Fast Food Formal! Ask any of our High School students; this is THE best Middle School event.

This is also the PERFECT event to invite a friend to! This evening is a great introduction to FSM for anyone and an excellent opportunity to deepen relationships as we munch on greasy fast food, laugh together, race around town, and compete in crazy fast food challenges.

What do you need to participate?

1) Make an RSVP

2) Dress in your best formal attire (ladies, we do recommend flats, flip flops, or regular shoes in addition to any dress shoes)

3) Grab some cash for your food (we recommend $20-$25, as always; let us know if this will be a problem for your family)

4) Invite a friend!

RSVPs are required for this event as well as a release form. RSVPs are needed so that we can make all the necessary travel accommodations.

*PLEASE NOTE, THIS EVENT IS LONGER THAN OUR NORMAL MEET IN THE MIDDLE EVENTS; IT WILL START AT 6:00 PM AND END AT 9:00 PM*
(Class of 2024) Grad Brunch
Saturday, May 18th9:00 AM - 10:30 AMLOCATION: Faith Church High School Room
It’s hard to believe that the school year is wrapping up, and graduation season is approaching! I love to celebrate Seniors this time of year.

It’s been a long-held tradition at Faith to celebrate Seniors. A few years ago, we pivoted how we celebrate and have continued that new tradition because it became an intentional time that was special, fun, and easy to schedule around. We're looking forward to celebrating together this year over brunch!

We hope that if you have a Senior this year, you can join us to celebrate everything they've accomplished over their primary and secondary years!

You will receive an email from Jake on Wednesday, May 1st, with specific details and registration information.
Summer Camp 2024
Thursday, August 15th - Monday, August 19thLOCATION: Washington Family Ranch: Creekside
Registration for summer camp is open and only a few spots remain in each age/gender category. Don't delay and get registered ASAP.

Get more camp registration info from our Summer Camp 2024 Welcome email!
THE GATHERING
The Gathering is for 6th-12th grade students. We gather to worship together, take a look at God’s word, and have some fun! The Gathering is a great place to get to know God and meet some new people. Join us on Sunday mornings during the 9:00 AM service in the High School Room (on the northwest side of the campus).

The Gathering will happen every Sunday in May!
This Sunday, we start a brand new series on a generous life called Over the Top.

Have you ever seen one of those random acts of kindness that tend to trend online? Like Mr. Beast's early videos where he gave a stranger a case full of cash or keys to a free car. Or others where they pay off all their bills or cover their college tuition. While these moments of "over the top" generosity can be inspiring, they're not things most of us will ever be in a position to give away.

But if we can't give away any brand-new cars, what can we give that would make a difference in the world? Or at least the world around us. In this four-week series, we'll see what the book of 1 Thessalonians shows us about loving others through what we can give. We'll discover how to make a big difference by being generous with our time, being generous by sharing the good news, being generous by caring for each other, and being generous with our encouragement.

Each of our series has an On Your Own Devotional:

Check out Over the Top on YouVersion and bible.com for a month of study.
Sunday, May 5th - Over the Top, Week 1

This Sunday, we’ll see how Paul’s ministry was an extension of his love for others.

BIG IDEA: Be generous with your time.

WHERE IN GOD’S WORD: Thessalonians 2:9–13; Matthew 9:23–26; Psalm 22:22

Questions to ask your student this week:

What do you think about the idea that generosity is more than just money?

What are some non-monetary ways that you can be generous?

How does being generous with your time change or challenge how you follow Jesus?

What keeps you from being generous with your time?

Who is someone that you know that is generous with their time?

What is one thing they do that you could start doing?
Sunday, May 12th - Over the Top, Week 2

This Sunday, we’ll focus on Paul’s ability to share the gospel and the way people shared stories of Jesus’ miracles.

BIG IDEA: Be generous by sharing the good news.

WHERE IN GOD'S WORD: 1 Thessalonians 2:9–13; Matthew 9:23–26; Psalm 22:22

Questions to ask your student this week:

What was one thing you saw this week that you told someone about?

When was the last time you told someone about an awesome experience?

What about a negative one?

Is Jesus good news in your life? Why or why not?

On a scale of 1–5, how important is talking about your beliefs with your friends and family?

What would it look like for you to begin sharing the good news?

What stops you from sharing about Jesus?
Sunday, May 19th - Over the Top, Week 3

This Sunday, we’ll hear Paul’s encouragement to invest in our relationships and unpack Jesus’ command to love God and love others.

BIG IDEA: Be generous by caring for each other.

WHERE IN GOD'S WORD: 1 Thessalonians 3:12–13; Matthew 22:36–40; Romans 12:20–21

Questions to ask your student this week:

What is an example of a time you felt cared for by a friend?

How did it impact you?

In your opinion, how do we overcomplicate what Jesus asks us to focus on?

What are the most important elements of caring for each other?

How do you do those well?
Sunday, May 26th - Over the Top, Week 4

This Sunday, we’ll hear the importance of encouragement from Paul and learn the power of words from James.

BIG IDEA: Be generous with your encouragement.

WHERE IN GOD'S WORD: 1 Thessalonians 5:11–18; James 3:2–5; 9–10; Ephesians 4:29–32

Questions to ask your student this week:

What was the nicest compliment that someone has ever given to you?

On a scale of 1–5, how important is it for the people closest to you to feel encouraged by you?

Who is the most encouraging person that you know?

Why and how are they so encouraging?

What do you think about the idea that encouragement is essential to sustaining a life of following Jesus?

What keeps you from being generous with your encouragement?

Who is one person you want to generously encourage this week?
Groups
FSM Groups are where we cultivate real relationships with God, each other, and our leaders. Together, we dig into God’s Word, and through purposeful conversation, we make its truth tangible. Groups are a great place to grow with God.

FSM Groups will meet every Wednesday in May and wrap up for the year on June 5th!

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EVENTS

(HS) In & Out: Nacho & Nachos (and Games)

(MS) Meet in the Middle: Fast Food Formal

(Class of 2024) Grad Brunch

Summer Camp 2024

THE GATHERING

Groups