CENTRAL STUDENTS
6th-12th Grade
CENTRAL STUDENTS
6th-12th Grade
UPCOMING EVENTS
SUPPORT CENTRAL KIDS & STUDENTS
Join Us in Supporting Our Student & Family Ministry!
We’re seeking financial support for the following essential needs:
- New Curriculum for Kids Corner
- A New Sound System for the Student Room
- Special Events for all ages throughout the year
- Camperships to help students attend retreats and camps
- Childcare Items for our brand-new classroom space
Your contribution, no matter the amount, will make a meaningful impact in the lives of our children and students. Thank you for helping us create a blessed year ahead!
REGISTER FOR FALL PROGRAMMING - Rhythm, Impulse & Confirmation, Starting Sept. 18
Fall programming starts on Wednesday, September 18 from 6:30-8:30 PM
Already registered your student for Rhythm or Impulse last year? We ask that you register your student again this year to insure we have the most updated information.
Rhythm (6th-8th grade) & Impulse (9th-12th grade)
Friends, fun, and faith come together for students at Central! We provide a place for students to reflect, ask questions, and build community. There’s time from 6:30-7:00 PM to hang out and play 9-square, pickleball, Guitar Hero, and more!
Then Rhythm and Impulse break out from 7:00-8:30 PM for more games, worship, small group, and Bible teaching. We have plenty of special events, retreats, and service opportunities throughout the year too.
*6th-8th Grade Registration: REGISTER FOR RHYTHM
*9th-10th Grade Registration: Go to Confirmation registration below
*11th-12th Grade Registration: REGISTER FOR IMPULSE
Confirmation (Starting 9th grade)
Confirmation is an exciting opportunity for high schoolers to dive deeper into their faith, build relationships with others, and grow in the knowledge of what it means to be a child of God. Students walk with the same IMPULSE small group and mentor, attend retreats and camps, and serve the church and community throughout their confirmation journey. Confirmation culminates in a meaningful ceremony during the fall of 11th grade.
*9th-10th Grade Registration: REGISTER FOR CONFIRMATION
Have a child Birth-5th Grade? Check out our Sunday Morning Kids Programming.
CONFIRMATION CEREMONY, REHERSAL, & ROBE - Oct. 26 & 27
Confirmation Robe – FORM WITH THE GOWN MEASUREMENTS NEED TO BE IN BY SEPTEMBER 22!
Confirmation Rehearsal – Saturday, October 26 from 9:00-11:00 AM
We will run through the service as well all take pictures. BRING YOUR ROBE!
Confirmation Ceremony – Sunday, October 27 at 2:00 PM
HALLOWEEN PRE-PARTY BASH - Oct. 30
Rhythm and IMPULSE students are welcome to come to our Halloween Pre Party Bash. We are going to head to Thunderblades Roller Rink in Princeton. We have rented out the building just for our group. We will skate the night away as we roll to classic Halloween tunes, have prizes and giveaways, and other spooky surprises. And don’t forget to wear your appropriate costume for our Halloween Costume Contest. Register today and don’t forget to invite friends!
WHO: 6th-12th grade, bring a friend!
WHEN: Wednesday, October 30
Bus LEAVES AT 6:30 PM so arrive at Central by 6:15 PM
Bus will return to Central by 8:30 PM
COST: $10, registration required
IMPULSE PLUS EVENT - Nov. 3
Join us for a fun and meaningful evening for our 11th and 12th-grade students! We will have games, a study, and enjoy a fresh cooked meal together!
WHO: 11th-12th Grade students & friends
WHEN: Sunday, November 3rd from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
WHERE: Ben’s House – 25929 15th St W Zimmerman
Please register to let us know that you are coming!
PANCAKES WITH PARENTS - Nov. 13
Come enjoy pancakes (with ALL the toppings) for dinner with your parent(s)! This Wednesday Night looks a little different as it will run from 6:00-8:00pm and we are inviting all Grades K-12th to join us for an entertaining evening. Free will offering event. Child Care will be provided upon request for siblings under K.
WHO: K-12th grade students, parents, grandparents, & friends!
WHEN: Wednesday, November 13 from 6:00-8:00 PM
6:00 PM Pancakes
6:45 PM Entertainment starts. K-5th grade Magician with a message, 6-12the grade Movie with a message.
COST: Free will offering
Let us know you are coming. RSVP HERE
IMPULSE NIGHT OUT: CHRISTMAS FANATIC PARTY - Dec. 14
All your Christmas favs: serving your community at Feed My Starving Children, a fufilling meal, & themed movie with Hot Coca.
Wear an ugly sweater for our ugly sweater contest!
WHO: High School Students (Impulse), invite a friend!
WHEN: Saturday, December 14 from 1:30-8:00 PM
COST: $10, registration required
FLORIDA BEACH CAMP - Aug. 2-9
This summer we are heading to the beach! Panama City Beach, Florida! We will be staying ON the beach at Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center while we serve the community of Panama City. We will worship, dive deep into God’s Word and have an amazing time in the ocean, pools and other activities offered!
Don’t forget to sign up for OPERATION CLEAN UP (more info to come). This fundraiser can help greatly in covering the cost of the trip.
WHO: High School Students (9th-12th grade) Students entering 9th grade in 2025 are able to attend
WHEN: Leaving Saturday, Aug. 2 at 6:00 AM, Arrive back home Saturday. August 9th at 6:00 PM
COST: $650 (Students can pay full price at time of registration or make payments – look at registration for more details)
Cost covers transportation, camp, and meals the whole week.
Fundraising available in April
Central Students
Wednesday Nights
RHYTHM (6th-8th grade) & IMPULSE (9th-12th grade)
Friends, fun, and faith come together for students at Central! We provide a place for students to reflect, ask questions, and build community.
There’s time from 6:30-7:00 PM to hang out and play 9-square, pickleball, Guitar Hero, and more.
Then Rhythm and Impulse break out from 7:00-8:30 PM for more games, worship, small group, and Bible teaching. We have plenty of special events, retreats, and service opportunities throughout the year too.
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PROGRAMMING STARTS WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18th, 2024
6th-8th Grade: REGISTER FOR RHYTHM
9th-10th Grade: REGISTER FOR CONFIRMATION (more info below)
*No Rhythm or Impulse on 10/16, 11/27, 12/25, & 1/1
SPECIAL WEDNESDAY NIGHTS:
October 30 – Halloween Pre-Party
-More info to come!
November 13 – Pancakes with Parents
-Look under events above to learn more.
November 20 – Journey Group Night-
-Impulse (High School) with Journey Group off-site
-Rhythm (Middle School) with Journey Group at Central from 6:30-8:00 PM
December 4 – Youth Service Night
-Normal times from 6:30-8:00 PM at Central
-Impulse (High School) will do Christmas Cheer shopping & wrapping
-Rhythm (Middle School) will help set up A Night In Bethlehem
CONFIRMATION (9th - 11th grade)
Confirmation is an exciting opportunity for high schoolers to dive deeper into their faith, build relationships with others, and grow in the knowledge of what it means to be a child of God. Students walk with the same Impulse small group and mentor, attend retreats and camps, and serve the church and community throughout their confirmation journey. Confirmation culminates in a meaningful ceremony during the fall of 11th grade.
Events & Activities
CONFIRMATION CEREMONY (11th grade)
The culmination of the confirmation journey is The Rite of Confirmation. Young adults, having spent more than two years learning and growing in their faith, publicly share their decision to follow Jesus, “confirming” the choice their parents made at their baptism.
RETREATS (9th - 12th grade)
There’s no better way to bond, explore, and dig deep into God’s word than going on a retreat! Check out the Upcoming Events throughout the year for our latest overnight retreats for high schoolers.
HONORING THE GRADS (12th grade)
High School Seniors, we want to celebrate you and all of your hard work! During graduate Sunday each May, we will showcase our seniors at our worship gatherings. A the Honoring the Graduates Ritual, seniors take part in a memorable experience that will usher them into the next chapter of their lives.
SERVE CENTRAL'S STUDENTS
Help grow the next generation of God’s family. Serve as a volunteer with Central’s students on Wednesday, summers or at special events.
Email Ben Carruthers at ben.carruthers@clcelkriver.org
Contact
Ben Carruthers
Director of Student
& Family Ministry
ben.carruthers@clcelkriver.org
Wednesday Nights
RHYTHM (5th - 8th grade) & IMPULSE (9th - 12th grade)
Friends, fun, and faith come together for students at Central! We provide a place for students to reflect, ask questions, and build community.
There’s time from 6:30-7:00 PM to hang out and play 9-square, pickleball, Guitar Hero, and more.
Then Rhythm and Impulse break out from 7:00-8:30 PM for more games, worship, small group, and Bible teaching. We have plenty of special events, retreats, and service opportunities throughout the year too.
–
PROGRAMMING STARTS WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18th, 2024
REGISTER FOR RHYTHM (6th-8th Grade)
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*No Rhythm or Impulse on 10/16, 11/27, 12/25, & 1/1
SPECIAL WEDNESDAY NIGHTS:
October 30 – Halloween Pre-Party
-More info to come!
November 13 – Pancakes with Parents
-Look under events above to learn more.
November 20 – Journey Group Night-
-Impulse (High School) with Journey Group off-site
-Rhythm (Middle School) with Journey Group at Central from 6:30-8:00 PM
December 4 – Youth Service Night
-Normal times from 6:30-8:00 PM at Central
-Impulse (High School) will do Christmas Cheer shopping & wrapping
-Rhythm (Middle School) will help set up A Night In Bethlehem
CONFIRMATION (9th - 11th grade)
Confirmation is an exciting opportunity for high schoolers to dive deeper into their faith, build relationships with others, and grow in the knowledge of what it means to be a child of God. Students walk with the same Impulse small group and mentor, attend retreats and camps, and serve the church and community throughout their confirmation journey. Confirmation culminates in a meaningful ceremony during the fall of 11th grade.
Events & Activities
CONFIRMATION CEREMONY (11th grade)
The culmination of the confirmation journey is The Rite of Confirmation. Young adults, having spent more than two years learning and growing in their faith, publicly share their decision to follow Jesus, “confirming” the choice their parents made at their baptism.
RETREATS (9th - 12th grade)
There’s no better way to bond, explore, and dig deep into God’s word than going on a retreat! Check out the Upcoming Events throughout the year for our latest overnight retreats for high schoolers.
HONORING THE GRADS (12th grade)
High School Seniors, we want to celebrate you and all of your hard work! During graduate Sunday each May, we will showcase our seniors at our worship gatherings. A the Honoring the Graduates Ritual, seniors take part in a memorable experience that will usher them into the next chapter of their lives.
SERVE CENTRAL'S STUDENTS
Help grow the next generation of God’s family. Serve as a volunteer with Central’s students on Wednesday, summers or at special events.
Email Ben Carruthers at ben.carruthers@clcelkriver.org
Contact
Ben Carruthers
Director of Student
& Family Ministry
ben.carruthers@clcelkriver.org
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