STUDENTS
Everything we do in our Student Ministry is for students to experience Jesus, grow together and make a difference.
SUNDAY
WEDNESDAY
Functionality You Will Love
Life Group Sunday @ 10:10am
Small groups (divided by grade and gender) meet with adult leaders to help grow students' faith and to connect deeper with God. Life Groups also meet together outside of Sunday mornings to hang out, build community, and serve together.
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RECREATION
MDWK Wednesday @ 6:30pm
This is a worship experience for students with live music and relevant teaching from God’s Word.
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EVENTS
Centershot
Our co-ed archery program is for 4th-8th graders. Both fall and spring seasons are offered. ​
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Upward Basketball & Cheerleading
Basketball for girls and boys Kindergarten- 8th grade. Our goal is to teach the fundamentals of the game and present Christ through recreation.
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Interested in volunteering? Sign up here.​
Summer Camp Our favorite weeks of the summer! We offer two camps- one for our middle school students and one for our high school students. Student camp is five days of worship, teaching, and a whole lot of fun! We pray that students will experience God in a new way, grow in community, and have the best week of their summer. ​​
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Student Christmas Party
Sunday, December 7
6:30pm-9:00pm
Student Area
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Strength to Stand High School Conference
Saturday, January 17- Monday, January 19
Open to High School Students
Pigeon Forge, TN
Cost: $225
Strength to Stand Bible Conference is in Pigeon Forge, TN at the LeConte Convention Center. Students will be encouraged, challenged, and strengthened by some of our day’s most effective ministers/speakers. This year’s lineup will have speakers Scott Dawson, Tim Timberlake, Preston Perry, and Shane Pruitt. You will experience concerts by Cece Winans, Chandler Moore, and Hulvey, and worship led by STS Worship. Cost includes hotel, transportation and some meals. Student will need to bring money for lunch on Saturday, Sunday & Monday. Find out more and sign up today!
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YES Middle School Conference
Friday, February 6- Saturday, February 7
Open to Middle School Students
Bowling Green, KY
Cost: $70
YES! is a weekend conference to inspire and equip churches and their student ministries to be on mission for God. Students and their leaders will be challenged to know the GOSPEL, be a person of INFLUENCE in their culture, and GO into their communities and schools to reach people. YES! will have both engaging worship and practical breakouts led by student ministry leaders across the state.​​ Cost includes hotel, transportation and food except meal on Saturday afternoon.
FAQs
I’m interested in visiting. What should I know before I arrive?
We’re excited you are considering visiting our church! We encourage first time families to enter at our Office Entrance (in the back of the church). Here, one of our volunteers will greet you and direct you to our Student Ministry Area downstairs.
Upon arrival, your student will be welcomed by our Student Ministry team and gather with students from 6th- 12th grade. On Sunday mornings students are grouped in grade and gender-specific Life Groups. Our Life Groups are led by our volunteers who undergo a background check and child protection training.
On Wednesday evenings, middle and high school students will gather in our Student Ministry area for MDWK, our midweek worship and teaching experience.
How can I stay up to date with the Student Ministry?
​Want to stay in the know? Join our Porter Student email list for a monthly update from our ministry director. Additionally, you can follow us on Instagram or join our private Facebook page.
I want to better disciple my child. What are some resources for parents and families?
​ More information to come.
My child has special needs. What does Porter offer for my family?
If you have a child who needs extra assistance during our programming, we want to provide the necessary supports! In order to serve your family, please email us so we are aware of the specific needs of your child. Once you have emailed, our Student Ministry Pastor will reach out to make a plan for your child’s success in our ministry areas!