DUH!SCIPLES YOUTH MINISTRY
Be Who God Made You to Be!
We aren't meant to do life alone. We thrive when we felt heard and understood even in the midst of our questions and doubts.
Epworth's youth ministry provides a safe space where students are nurtured, challenged and most importantly, loved for who God made them to be.
We're called the DUH!SCIPLES for a reason. The original 12 disciples, plucked from boats, beaches and tax booths, had tons of questions for Jesus. They were curious, passionate followers but they didn't always understand what Jesus was up to. We're not much different.
Our name is a tongue in cheek nod to those very first followers who hungered to understand and be more like Jesus, but who at their core were goofballs just like us.
DOING LIFE TOGETHER
Building a Foundation ... Together
Building a Foundation ... Together
Building a Foundation ... Together
We are a tight-knit community of students who are learning what it means to follow Jesus. Part of growing in our faith is being able to ask those tough questions and dig deep to find answers. It's ok to express doubts and confusion ... we don't have to have everything figured out to be faithful followers.
Doing Good Stuff ... Together
Building a Foundation ... Together
Building a Foundation ... Together
"Do good stuff" is one of our battle cries for a good reason ... we try to do a LOT of good stuff. We find ways to put ourselves out there for our neighbors and take care of each other ... no strings attached. Teaching students about servant leadership gives them the confidence and compassion to live out their faith in their everyday lives.
Growing in Faith ... Together
Building a Foundation ... Together
Growing in Faith ... Together
The most influential people in a young person's life are their friends. Period. When we have friends that have our backs and our best interest at heart, we're going to thrive. We are here to lift one another up, share each other's burdens and celebrate our victories.
GET OFF YOUR DONKEY! COME HANG OUT WITH US!
SUNKEN COUCH THEOLOGY
Sunken Couch Theology (formerly DUH!SCIPLES on Sunday) will meet on selected Sundays at 4:30pm to spend time with each other and in the Word. Friends are always welcome! Make sure you've got a Bible you're comfortable with or download a Bible app to your phone.
BACKYARD MISSION CAMP
Backyard was established in 2016 as a way for students to learn about where they live and meet their neighbors. After lots of summer mission trips we decided to use our experiences to develop our own camp and serve right here at home. Backyard is a huge part of Epworth's student ministry and continues to do good stuff every summer!
SERVING ON SATURDAY (SOS)
We stay engaged in LOTS of serving and outreach; following through on that command to "love our neighbors." Serving on Saturday typically meets the second Saturday of the month to head out and "do good stuff" for folks like yard work, odd jobs and minor construction projects. SOS is open to ANYONE; no special skill sets required.
BELONGING TO THE BODY OF CHRIST
While youth ministry is where we find our niche, it's also important that we support and connect with our Epworth congregation as part of the Body of Christ. Students are encouraged to be involved in the life of our church as leaders, organizers and active participants. Your voice matters and we welcome your ideas.
CHAOS, SHENANIGANS & A GOOD TIME
We celebrate EVERYTHING!
- Backyard Mission Camp
- BooYeah! Fall Festival
- Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
- Vanny Road Trips
- Serving meals to guests of the Salvation Army Night Shelter
