Teen Ministry2026-10-21T16:01:34-07:00

Teen Ministry

Join the Bay Area Christian Church’s middle and high school students as they seek to answer the “why?” questions of life. Students meet every week for Bible discussion, friendship, and serving their community.

Bay Area Christian Church teens at summer teen camp

“Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.”

1 Timothy 4:12 (NLT)
Teen ministry

Discover friendships, discover faith.

We call our youth ministry the “Y” ministry because we focus on teaching our youth the reason why we do everything we do, not just going along with traditions or rules. We want our Y-ministry to experience God for themselves, not getting caught up in behavior and traditions but truly understanding the life God wants for them.

Our Y-ministry holds weekly devotionals bringing together students from high schools across the Bay Area for Bible discussions and fun activities. With a heart to serve, discover God for themselves, and share their lives with friends at school, our Y-ministry is raising up young leaders.

Teens connecting at a Bay Area Christian Church

Helping middle schoolers and teens grow in faith and friendships.

Bay Area Christian Church helps teenagers develop their character and learn how God fits into everyday life through study groups, devotionals, camps, and events.

01

Middle school study groups

Middle schoolers meet in their own Bible study groups on select Sundays during service and on weekends through the school year to talk through the issues of middle school: friendships, purpose, family, faith, and getting ready for high school.

02

Friday devotionals

Every week, high school students discover their “why” in life through Scripture, friendship, and spiritual formation. Devotionals are fun and relaxed environments where teens can let down about the challengers and pressures they face as high schoolers.

03

Y Camps

Every summer, middle schoolers and high schoolers spend a week in the Santa Cruz mountains for a distraction-free time of spiritual growth and discovery.

04

Year-round events

Throughout the year, our middle school and teen ministries host get-togethers such as our Halloween Parties and mid-summer retreats, all focused on fostering spiritual relationships. 

Hear from our community.

One of the best ways to get to know us is to meet the incredible people who make up our community. Hear from some of them as they share how they have been impacted by what we have been building together.

Katelyn D., BACC member

Starting high school was scary enough, but having welcoming people through church helped me find stability in that transitional period of my life.

Katelyn D.
Santa Clara campus

Let us know how we can get you connected.

If you have any questions about how to get connected or if you would like us to set up introductions, don’t hesitate to contact us!

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FAQs

How do I help my teenager get involved in the teen ministry?2023-03-23T14:40:09-07:00

Bring your family to any of our church services on a Sunday and you’ll find a group of welcoming teenagers who are part of our Y ministry. Or, contact us and we’ll help you find the group closest to you.

What kind of activities does the teen ministry do?2023-11-02T13:15:22-07:00

Every Friday or Saturday, our high school students from around the Bay get together in their respective Bay Area locations to eat, have fun, and inspire their friends about God’s word. Everyone is welcome to join us. Devotionals typically start at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays, or 3:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Contact us if you’d like to find out when the devotionals nearest you are taking place.

How can my middle schooler be involved in the teen ministry?2023-03-23T14:46:21-07:00

In most of our locations, middle schoolers have their own classes on Sunday during service and regular events on weekends throughout the school year designed to help them build relationships and answer spiritual questions they might have. Connect with the ministry staff in your local area to find activities for middle schoolers close to you.

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