GateCity Students exists to ensure that every student knows that God is real, that a relationship with their Savior Jesus is available, and that they can experience the power of the Holy Spirit working in them, with them, through them, and for them. Therefore, we seek to engage in teaching and celebrating the authority and importance of God's Word, receiving His love, expressing our love for Him, and developing an intimate dialogue and communication with Him for the purpose of personal communion and fellowship.
We don’t see children’s ministry as babysitting, but as a powerful opportunity for students to experience God for themselves.
The Holy Spirit is no respecter of age. We have found that by introducing students to Him at a young age, they are able to develop a deep and vibrant relationship with Jesus.
When & Where
SUNDAYS AT 9AM and 11:15am
WEDNESDAYS AT 7PM
Various classrooms can be found in the Student Wing, which is located on the far left side of the building through the glass doors
Class DescriptionS
The Rock
3rd-8th grade (SUNDAYS)
High energy services that are centered around the cross and powered by the Holy Spirit. Intense praise and worship, serious ministry time, and lots of God’s word help create an environment where our students can experience their Heavenly Father in a real, intimate, and powerful way!
GOD’S GIRLS + THE KNIGHTS ROOM
1st-5th grade (WEDNESDAYS)
Interactive hands-on learning and activities are used to encourage, challenge, & teach our young men and women how to embrace God's Truth and rejoice in purity, to help them become the person God has created them to be. Wednesdays at 7pm for 1st-5th grade.
The Remnant
Middle SCHOOL (WEDNESDAYS)
The Remnant is an environment for middle school students where they prioritize a real and intimate relationship with Jesus Christ and with each other. We use God's Word, prayer, fellowship, discipleship, and outreach to help ensure that middle school students are equipped to successfully face the spiritual battles that come with growing and experiencing all that God has made available to them. Wednesdays at 7pm upstairs in the student wing.
Meet the Pastor
Christopher Peterson
My name is Christopher Peterson and I, along with Luciris, Cici, Tim, & our team of amazing leaders & volunteers, have the privilege of partnering with our parents in the process of preparing our kids and students, your children and God’s next generation, to fulfill His call on their lives.
We believe that you are never too young to know the love of our savior Jesus Christ...To experience the life-changing power of the Holy Spirit, while bringing glory to our indescribable heavenly Father.
Our goal is to create an environment where our kids and students are discipled, encouraged & equipped to not just survive living in this fallen world that continues to move farther & farther from the truth, but to thrive as they take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves in these exciting times in which we live.
We celebrate & acknowledge the different seasons that make up a child’s life while taking advantage of the relationships that develop when kids and students of all ages pursue God together.
We are excited to experience all that God has in store for everyone in this body of believers, as he works in us, through us, and for us. We serve an infinite limitless God and are looking forward to watching him exceed our imagination & expectations as He accomplishes His purpose and plans with the young people of this family of faith!
FAQs
DURING WHICH SERVICES IS GATECITY students AVAILABLE?
GateCity students is offered during our 9AM and 11:15AM Sunday services and during our 7PM Wednesday service.
WHAT IS THE GATECITY students "WELL CHILD" POLICY?
To minimize the chance of spreading illness, children who show signs of sickness will not be accepted into the GateCity Students environment. We require that children be fever-free for 24 hours before entering GateCity Students. This is for the health and protection of all children and staff. You are encouraged to bring your child back to us as soon as he or she is well. If an illness is discovered after a child is in the classroom, your child will be separated from the other children and a member of our staff will contact you.
Upon recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a child should not come to class with any of the following conditions:
Fever
Vomiting
Diarrhea (even if associated with teething or medication)
Any symptoms of childhood diseases such as scarlet fever, German measles, mumps, chicken pox, strep throat, flu, or any other contagious or infectious disease
Croup
Phlegm-filled, productive, or persistent cough
Any contagious or unexplained rash
Pink eye or other eye infections
Cloudy or green runny nose
Any communicable disease