YOUTH GROUP

CITY LIFE CHURCH

Life is beautiful & complicated…

Why not do it together?!

We got this!

City Life has an active youth group!

We are a group of teens in 6th-12th grade.

During the school year, we gather on Sunday nights from 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. for pizza, games, Bible study, and small group time.

We have an awesome team of adult leaders who guide our time.

We have other fun activities for relationship and spiritual growth, including: camp, Michigan’s Adventure, winter retreat, roller skating, and more.

Our group is friendly, and we’d love to have you join us!

REACH OUT!

TOP 10 WAYS PARENTS CAN HELP THEIR TEEN STICK WITH CITY LIFE YOUTH

Remember: “Boring” means “awesome.”
If they say it’s boring, it usually means they actually liked it but don’t want to admit it. Translation: they had fun.
Just Get Them There.
The hardest part is the car ride. Once they walk through the door, they’re usually glad they came (even if they never say so).
Consistency Wins.
Don’t ask, “Do you feel like going?” Ask, “What shoes are you wearing to youth tonight?”
Food = Motivation.
Remind them that snacks, pizza, and random junk food appear at youth group like manna in the desert.
Talk the Calendar.
Use upcoming themes (like “Who Am I Really?” or “Real Love”) as conversation starters at home. (Sneaky parent move: it shows you care AND reinforces what they’re learning.)
Celebrate the Wins.
Even if they only remember the game they played or a random funny story, celebrate that they connected. Small wins grow into big faith moments.
Be Their Uber With a Smile.
A positive drop-off and pick-up vibe goes a long way. (Pro tip: don’t grill them in the car. Wait until later to ask how it went.)
Invite Their Friends.
Teens are 3x more likely to love youth group if a friend comes along. Be the parent who helps make it happen.
Model It.
If you value church and spiritual growth, they’ll notice. They may roll their eyes, but your example speaks louder than their sarcasm.
Pray Behind the Scenes.
The most powerful support you can give isn’t nagging, bribing, or pushing — it’s praying. Pray for their heart, their friendships, and their walk with Jesus.

UPCOMING EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

CITY LIFE YOUTH
THE POP OUT – This summer at City Life!

City Life is partnering with The Edge Urban Church for this weekly youth gathering for 12-18 year olds. We started May 28, and we meet on Thursdays from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at City Life Church. We will continue to meet for the next few months so jump in at any time! There will be games, food, Bible study, and creative art breakouts!
Pull up. Pop Out. Be Seen. Scan the code to register.

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