Youth

Youth February Emphasis – Community!

Throughout the month of February, Youth Small Groups will focus on “Community.” We’ll be talking about how to be a good friend, son/daughter, sibling, etc. We’ll also talk about the importance of having a community of faith. Our discussions will be surrounded with fun activities and time for feedback and direction for each other!

Small Groups meet in the “Youth Basement”. Middle school groups are divided by gender and meet from 5:00 – 6:00. The High school group meets together from 6:30 – 7:30. February meetings will be on the 12, 19, and 26.

 

Youth programs at Broadway focus on three main things throughout our weekly and yearly activities.  They are:

  • Engaging the Bible
  • Applying faith to our everyday lives
  • Serving the world around us

From a spiritual retreat for High School students, to a mission camp for all youth in the summer, to weekly small groups, and many more activities, we learn and grow together in ways that empower youth and help cultivate their faith. Youth frequently serve in some capacity in the Sunday worship service.

Youth Weekly Schedule

(for the school year)

Sundays
9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.   Sunday School    
Youth Sunday school is split by Middle School (grades 6-8) and High School (grades 9-12.)  We meet in the "Youth Basement" and start with a group session of announcements and prayer then split up for Bible Study.

5:00 p.m. –  6:00 p.m.   High School Choir/Middle School Small Group
6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.    Youth Snack Supper
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.    Middle School Choir/High School Small Group        

Throughout the school year, Broadway youth meet on Sunday nights for youth choir and “small groups.”  These groups may be separated by age and gender and cover a variety of topics from prayer, to cooking, to sharing your faith, and even how to prepare for college!

Wednesdays
5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.     Family Dinner
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.     Youth Group
Youth group meets to talk about missions, have Bible Study, do service projects and participate in team building games.

Summer Camps

Each summer, youth (grades 6-12) attend Passport Youth Camp.  We pick a different location each year and sign-ups for camp begin in October (youth may sign up as late as May for camp, as long as space is available).   To sign up, email Susan Reed.

Youth Year at a Glance

January
Trivia Night Youth Fundraiser
This youth- sponsored event is open to all ages.  It’s a night of food, trivia and fun that helps raise funds for various activities the youth do throughout the year.

February
Valentine’s Banquet and Variety Show
This event is held on the Wednesday night nearest to Valentine’s Day.  We have a spaghetti dinner, dessert silent auction and variety show to help raise funds for youth activities.

March
March Mission Madness
This weekend trip is coordinated with other churches in the Kentucky Baptist Fellowship.  Youth spend the weekend in worship and service projects with youth from all around the state of Kentucky.  For more details, visit  www.kybf.org

May
Youth Sunday
Broadway’s “Youth Sunday” is a traditional service for the whole church led entirely by youth.  We spend several weeks preparing for the service.  During this service we also honor all who are graduating that year.

June
Passport Youth Camp
Each summer our youth attend camp with Passport, Inc.  This organization has a strong emphasis on missions, Bible study, worship and fellowship.  The location of the camp varies by year.  In the past, Broadway youth have attended camp in New Orleans, Georgia and North Carolina; Toronto, Canada and Kenya!  More information on Passport Youth Camps can be found at www.passportcamps.org

July
Holiday World Day Trip
This day trip to a local amusement/water park for all youth is a time to welcome incoming 6th graders to Broadway’s Youth program!  

August
Back to School Party and Small Groups Kick off
This event involves a night of games, food and fun scheduled on the Sunday nearest to the first day of school in Jefferson County.

September
High School Retreat
The weekend retreat is held at a local youth retreat center for high school students in grades 9-12.  We spend time in spiritual reflection and growth as we get away from the many things that distract us in our daily lives.

October
Middle School Retreat
This overnight trip for youth grades 6-8 is a time to talk about our faith, get to know one another better and welcome new youth to the group!

November
Disciple NOW Weekend
Occurring on the first weekend in November, youth spend the weekend at church and in host homes by grades and gender.  We spend time in Bible Study, Worship and doing Mission projects around the community.

December
White Christmas Food Delivery
In the week after school is out for the holidays, youth and families deliver the White Christmas food baskets to families in need.  Prior to the delivery, youth spend time gathering items and organizing boxes to make sure each family will have what they need to make a complete Christmas meal.