What FYM is about

God has commanded his Church to pass down the truths of the gospel to the next generation (see Ps. 78). As our world becomes more secularized, students must be equipped to navigate this complex culture with a biblical worldview. We have dozens of students in our church, and we long for them to grow deep roots in the gospel of Jesus Christ. We not only do this by ministering to students, we also partner with parents to equip them as the primary disciplers of their children. We want them to love and trust Christ with all their heart... in middle school, high school, and beyond!

RYM High School Departure Picture

Mission

FYM‘s mission is to equip students and parents with the tools and relationships needed to engage our complex culture with a Biblical worldview.

Vision

We want to see...

  • Families being equipped to intentionally disciple their students at home
  • New or disengaged students being welcomed as they make meaningful relationships
  • Students asking hard questions and finding answers in God's Word
  • High school students publicly confessing their faith and becoming communicant members
  • Graduates who love God, His Word, and Church, in and through college, as they mature into adulthood. 

 RYM Middle School Candy Store Bear

Values & Strategy

Partnership

We seek to partner with parents in the discipleship of their students by equipping them through resources, guidance, relationships, and pastoral care/support. We desire that parents partner with us by prioritizing their student's discipleship and participation in the life of the church. This type of partnership enables students to experience wholistic discipleship.

Discipleship

We love our students so much that everything we do is aimed at helping them grow in Christ. Because their primary purpose in life is to glorify God and enjoy him forever, we must prioritize discipleship as the most important thing we do. We view discipleship as a wholistic process, so we endeavor to shape their faith, form their hope, and expose their loves. 

Relationship

If discipleship is our destination, then relationships are the wheels on our car. No amount of teaching, correcting, or training will become effectual if the person on the receiving end does not have a relationship with the one teaching. Everything we do - from our large groups, games, small groups, events, and one-on-ones, etc. - emphasizes the necessity of relationships built on trust. We have a ton of fun because relationships matter. We can talk about serious things in meaningful ways because relationships matter. Building relationships forms the glue to all we do.

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Opportunities for Students

  • Attend a Large Group (we meet 2x per month)
  • Connect through events like tubing trips or pickleball
  • Join our Student Leadership Team
  • Participate in an Alongside Discipleship group
  • Meet regularly with a godly mentor

Opportunities for Parents

  • Obtain training for discipling your students
  • Connect with other parents who share your struggles
  • Serve on our FYM Parent Leadership Team
  • Receive pastoral counseling for members of your family or marriage

Want to Connect?

  • Join us for Sunday Worship: 10am
  • To schedule a meeting with Pastor Cord to learn more about our ministry, please click this link.