What Does 4:TWELVE Student Ministries Offer? Part 1: Bible Studies

“Let no one despise your youth; instead, you should be an example to the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.”

1 Timothy 4:12

The goal of 4:TWELVE Student Ministries is to bring glory to God by winning people to Jesus Christ, equipping them to be more faithful disciples and assisting parents in raising godly teens.

This information will make you aware of everything that takes place in our Students Ministries. We realize that there is a lot that happens in our youth group. We know that if every teen tried to do everything, they would burn out in a hurry; therefore, it is our desire to provide several options for you to choose what fits best in your family’s schedule. Our hope is that the Bible studies, outreach, activities and resources will allow us to partner with you as we seek to train teens to be an examples of believers.

Bible Studies                                                                                                                                                              

Joshua’s Men/Lydia’s Circle

  • First Saturday of each month
    • February-November
    • 7:30-9:30am
  • The LOFT @ the Faith East Community Center
  • This time is geared to help teens dig deeper into the Bible and includes a time of discussion about the topic we are studying. We also break up into smaller groups (guys/girls) which allows a time for prayer requests, discussion of application and accountability. Breakfast is included.
  • Sign-up at http://tinyurl.com/TNT-JMLC 

 

Teens ‘N Theology

  • First Saturday of each month
    • February-November
    • 7:30-9:30am
  • The LOFT @ the Faith East Community Center
  • This is for the second and third year teens of Joshua’s Men/Lydia’s Circle. We spend our time going through Systematic Theology in order to develop a deeper understanding of God’s Word. Breakfast is included.
  • Sign-up at http://tinyurl.com/TNT-JMLC 

 

Monday Evening High School Girls’ Bible Study

  • Monday evenings (beginning January 12), 7:00-9:00pm
  • Pastor Johnny’s house (contact Pastor Johnny for address)
  • This Bible study, hosted by Mrs. Kjaer and Mrs. Dailey, is geared to help teens develop closer relationships in a setting that aids them in spiritual growth through a time of fellowship, prayer, accountability, and Bible study.  If you are a high school girl, you will not want to miss this!
  • Just let us know if you need a ride.

 

Thursday Evening High School Boys’ Bible Study

  • Thursday evenings (beginning January 15), 7:00-9:00pm
  • Pastor Johnny’s house (contact Pastor Johnny for address)
  • This Bible study is geared to help the teens develop closer relationships in a setting that aids them in spiritual growth through a time of fellowship, prayer, accountability, and Bible study. If you are a high school boy, you will not want to miss this!
  • Just let us know if you need a ride.

 

Formal Youth Group Meetings                                                                                                                                                        

Sunday School at Faith East

  • 9:30 & 11:00am
  • Faith East Community Center
    • Junior high meets in the LOFT.
    • High school meets in the preschool play area.
  • Our meeting time consists of a Bible lesson from God’s Word as well as a small group time to help each teen learn how to apply what they have studied. This spring, we will finish our study in Genesis regarding the Patriarchs of the faith, followed by a study in Hebrews next fall.
  • Each small group (8-10 teens) is led by one of the youth leaders. The purpose is to build friendships within the small groups while providing spiritual accountability.

 

Sunday School at Faith West

  • 9:30 & 11:00am
  • Multi-Purpose Room
  • Our meeting time consists of a Bible lesson from God’s Word as well as a small group time to help each teen learn how to apply what they have studied. This spring, we will finish our study in Genesis regarding the Patriarchs of the faith, followed by a study in Hebrews next fall.
  • Each small group (8-10 teens) is led by one of the youth leaders. The purpose is to build friendships within the small groups while providing spiritual accountability.

 

Wednesday Nights (school year)

  • 6:30 & 8:00pm
  • The LOFT @ the Faith East Community Center
    • Transportation is available from Faith West.
  • We meet for worship time, Bible study, and games
  • This spring we will finish our study of Romans, followed by discipleship a study in the fall.

 

Pizza with the Pastor (summer)

  • 6:30 & 8:00pm
  • The LOFT @ the Faith East Community Center
    • Transportation is available from Faith West.
  • This is a less formal meeting with Q & A time, snacks, and fun activities
Johnny Kjaer
Johnny is married to Tori. They have 4 children Leif, Tryggve, Kjirsti and Hroarr. He has been a part of the youth ministry at Faith since his internship began in 2010. He served as the Pastor of Student Ministries from 2013-2023 and now serves as the Pastor of Faith East Community Ministries. Johnny is an ACBC certified counselor. He also serves the church by directing the Lafayette Living Nativity.