STUDENTS

WHY > WHAT

MISSION:
Showing students how to LOVE GOD FULLY
and LOVE PEOPLE COMPLETELY

As a student ministry made up of 16 mentors, we care more about the why than the what. Although what we offer students is exciting (who doesn’t love dodgeball?), the why of what we do is more important. Each student will be shown God’s love fully while being challenged to love people completely.

In order to accomplish this our aim is to do 3 things with excellence:

COMMUNITY.
BIBLE.
MISSION.

If you want your student(s) to experience
the WHY, join us on Sunday nights!
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Upcoming Events

  • Winter Retreats

    Middle School:
    February 20-22
    $105/student

    Registration is open for our 2026 Winter Retreats at Lake Geneva Youth Camp in Wisconsin! This year's theme is ABOVE. We are excited and can’t wait to start out the New Year with Jesus, fun, and the outdoors. Register on Realm. Questions? Contact Spencer (spencer.smith@vcgurnee.orgor x182).

    Register

  • Super Bowl Bash

    Sunday, February 8
    5:00pm ‘til end of game

    Join us for a kickin’ super bowl party in the youth room! Big game will be on the screens, all other games and equipment will be available too. Bring money for snacks. We will provide some main dishes for a game day buffet, but we ask you to bring your favorite dish/snack to share. Invite a friend, and come ready to cheer on your favored team!

  • Sunday Serve

    Month of February
    - Teacher’s Lounge Project

    We will be dropping of the goods we collected in January. Stay tuned for pics.

    Questions? Contact Spencer (spencer.smith@vcgurnee.org or x182).

  • Student Mission Fundraiser

    Saturday, March 7
    Auction: 5:00-7:10pm
    Dinner: 5:30pm
    Program: 7:15pm

    Get ready for a great night! This year we are having a taco bar with the fixins, baskets to bid on, and of course we will close the evening out with our awesome missions program. Everyone is invited.

    Dinner is $12/person or $60/family of 5+
    Sign up and pay for dinner on Realm. The auction and program are free to attend. Any questions, contact Spencer (spencer.smith@vcgurnee.org or 182).

    Sign up + Pay for Dinner

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Sundays // 4:00-6:00pm

This is our main night of ministry for middle school students during the school year. Each Sunday night includes group games, connecting with friends, time in God's word, and grade-based small groups.

For info on summer activities, please refer to the calendar below.

Calendar
Youth Waiver

HIGH SCHOOL

Sundays // 6:00-8:00pm

This is our main night of ministry for high school students during the school year. Each night includes group games, a time to connect, student-led worship, a message from God's word, and small groups.

For info on summer activities, please refer to the calendar below.

Youth Waiver
Calendar

The Final Countdown // times & dates vary

This is a group just for seniors in high school. We will have several events throughout the year that will help prepare you for life after high school. For more details, check the calendar or contact Spencer Smith.

8th - 12th GRADE

Mission work is a vital part of our Student Ministries. As followers of Christ, God has given us the task of sharing the love of Jesus with all people, so Village Church works to encourage and challenge our students to engage in ministry and mission.

STAFF LEADERS IN STUDENT MINISTRY

  • Spencer Smith

    STUDENT DISCIPLESHIP PASTOR // x182
    spencer.smith@vcgurnee.org

  • Meg Fitzpatrick

    ASSISTANT // x203
    meg.fitzpatrick@vcgurnee.org