Apex Student Ministry is for students in 7th–12th grade and exists to help them grow in a real, lasting walk with Christ. We believe faith isn’t just something for now, but it’s something that carries into the rest of life. Paul talks about pressing on toward the goal (Philippians 3:14), and that idea shapes everything we do as we help students take their next steps with Jesus.
The word “Apex” means the highest point, and that’s the picture we’re aiming for. As students walk through life, we want to encourage them to keep moving forward in their faith as they grow closer to Christ and pursue the purpose God has called them to.
WHAT WE DO EVERY WEEK
Foothold – Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm
Every climber must have a good foothold in order to climb higher and avoid falling. Foothold is a time of giving our students the essentials they will need to continue to climb higher long after they leave the youth group.
We start at 6:30PM with our large group time for 7th – 12th graders that meets in The Peak. We have dinner served between 6:10 - 6:30PM, and start the service at 6:30PM with a fun group game and someone always walks away with a prize! We have praise and worship, a message, and break up into grade/gender appropriate small groups to talk about the night.
After Foothold we have more optional hang-out time where we play basketball, video games, ping pong, pool, air hockey and more!
Basecamp – Sunday 9:30-10:35am
Climbers need to make sure they have all the equipment they need to succeed and a group of climbers they can work with to reach their common goal. Basecamp is designed to help students bond with other believers with whom they can connect and hang out. During Basecamp students will also study God’s Word to discover the basics of our faith that will help them prepare for the long climb ahead. We meet in the Peak each Sunday.
WHAT WE DO EVERY YEAR
Hot Hearts
Every January, the aim of Hot Hearts has always been to impact the lives of students with the gospel message. Because Hot Hearts is led and organized by men and women who are passionate about working with students, the event is geared toward a younger crowd and strives to connect with students in relevant ways.
Youth Camp
Each summer we get away for a week to spend time with God and our whole group. In 2026, we will attend a Student Life Camp at Orange Beach, Alabama! Camp is one of the most important events we go to each year. It helps the group to accelerate their friendships with each other and God.
Date: June 15-19
Location: Orange Beach, AL
Camp Pastors: Shane Pruitt | Drew Worsham
Worship Pastor: Jimmy McNeal
BEACH CAMP 2022 HIGHLIGHT VIDEO
Mission Trip
We believe our students are called to serve now and not just when they are older. Putting your faith into action is important. Mission trips allow us to put our faith into action and is a high priority in the student ministry. Our mission trip varies from year to year, but usually involves backyard Bible clubs and light construction. We have traveled to Ecuador, Galveston, Victoria, Mexico, Alabama, Florida and other locations. These trips have had lifelong impacts on our students.
Here is a recap video from our 2019 mission trip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLm9S7Q5ZEA
Summer Events
Throughout the summer we go on several fellowship trips that involve our whole group!
Incoming 7th graders are welcome on these summer trips as well.
Ocoee River Rafting Pictures
AARON’S raft
Aidan’s raft
Anthony’s Raft
Gavin’s RafT
jeffrey’s raft
Liza’s raft
Matt’s Raft
Mitch’s Raft
Nolan’s Raft
Pock’s Raft
wade’s raft
