Church Youth Group in Kansas City

Welcome to EBC's Student Ministry

Welcome to EBC Student Ministry

(7th through 12th Grade)

At Emmanuel Baptist Church, we love and value students. We exist to support families by engaging students within and beyond our walls with transforming gospel truth.

Student Ministry Overview

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Our Guiding Scriptures for Student Ministry

Truth

We’ll value the absolute truth of God’s Word

(2 Timothy 4:2. Hebrews 4:12, Acts 2:42)

Worship

We’ll value experiencing God in true, passionate worship.

(John 4:23-24, Psalm 100:1-2, Ephesians 5:18-19)

Belong

We’ll value finding real life in soul-nourishing community.

(Matthew 22:36-40, James 5:16, 1 Thess. 2:8, Proverbs 20:29)

Grow

We’ll value progressing in faith and knowledge.

(2 Peter 3:18, Acts 2:42, 2 Peter 1:5-7, Ephesians 2:10)

Reach

We’ll practice living and giving the gospel message of Jesus Christ. 

(Matthew 28:19-20, 5:13-16, John 3:16, 20:21, Romans 10:13-15)

 

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We treasure the opportunity to create a place for your student to worship and learn with youth their age in a fun and engaging environment.

On Sunday mornings, our church youth group for students 7th-12th grade meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for engaging worship, Bible study, and fellowship!  On Wednesday evenings we meet from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. for small group activities!

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We pride ourselves in offering a fun and Bible-centered youth group in Kansas City. It’s also easy to register!

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Groups and Classes

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Christian Discipleship

Topic Equipping Hour - Sunday Pre-Service Classes
Age College, Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-10:30 am

Christian Discipleship

A class focused on practical Christian living, utilizing more of a discussion-based format to guide the learning of the Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in a study on Christian community and what that practically should like, according to Bible. The class will be taught by Josias Aleman in Room 216.

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Vacation Bible School 2023 – FREE VBS Overland Park, Kansas

Topic Vacation Bible School 2023 - FREE VBS Overland Park, Kansas
Age Grade School, Middle School | Gender Mixed
Day Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays | Time 9:00-12:15 pm

Vacation Bible School 2023 – FREE VBS Overland Park, Kansas

Details Sign your K– 6th grader(s) up for Emmanuel Baptist Church’s FREE VBS 2023 – Twist & Turns. Age eligibility is based upon most recently completed grade (i.e. If your child has completed Kindergarten in the 2022/2023 school year, he/she will be in the Kindergarten class). TWIST & TURNS VBS Spin the spinner, beat the clock, skip ahead, level up, and play to win! You’ll need to bring your A-game for this VBS. Twists & Turns is a fantastical celebration of games of all kinds. From classic tabletop games to video games and more, kids will play their way through VBS while learning that Jesus guides them through all the twists and turns of their lives. They’ll find that even when they mess up it’s never “game over.”

Sign up now HERE!!!!!!!

Questions? Contact Syd Gilliland at sgilliland@emmanuelopks.org

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Nursery (Birth to One)

Topic Nursery
Age Pre-School | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-12:00 pm

Nursery (Birth to One)

Our nursery is for babies and crawlers from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Your baby will be loved and nurtured by caring adults. Parents complete an information sheet each Sunday with details about specific care, allergies, etc., and our volunteers will provide information about snacks, naps and diaper changes to parents when their baby is picked up. During this season of precaution due to Covid-19, babies are invited to stay with their families in the balcony during the worship hour from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. If families need a spot for their kids to refocus, we also have a live stream space in room 102.

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Emmanuel Preschool (Ages One to Kindergarten) & Emmanuel Kids (1st to 6th Grade) 

Topic Sunday school
Age Pre-School, Grade School | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-12:00 pm

Emmanuel Preschool (Ages One to Kindergarten) & Emmanuel Kids (1st to 6th Grade) 

Our weekly programming is carefully planned and purposeful. Your child will experience a Bible lesson, worship, enjoy group time, and other activities that make learning fun. Programming lasts from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Children appreciate the changing monthly theme as they learn. Each lesson includes scripture and a life application that they can practice!  Emmanuel is THEIR church! During this season of precaution due to Covid-19, children are invited to sit with their families in the balcony during the worship hour from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. If families need a spot for their kids to refocus, we also have a live stream space in room 102.

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 TheCity @ Emmanuel (Sunday)

Topic Sunday school
Age Middle School, High School | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-10:30 am

 TheCity @ Emmanuel (Sunday)

Our weekly programming is carefully planned and purposeful. Your student will experience worship, a Bible message, and games that make learning fun. Programming lasts from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

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Discover Emmanuel Baptist Church

Leader Walter Vacik
Topic Newcomers Learning More About Our Church
Age College, Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-10:30 am

Discover Emmanuel Baptist Church

This is a time to make connections with others, hear more about Emmanuel, and find out how to get plugged into the life of our church. We are so glad you're here and hope you'll find Emmanuel Baptist a place to call home. The class meets in the conference room (room 124). If you would like to attend via zoom, contact Walter Vacik. Ministry Leader(s)- Rod Underdown Age: all, Topic: newcomers learning more about our church, Gender: mixed, Meeting Day-:Select Sundays, Meeting Time: 9:30-10:30 a.m.

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Aleman Life Group

Leader Josias and Annie Aleman
Topic Living Out Faith
Age Adult | Gender Mixed
Time 9:30-10:30 am

Aleman Life Group

Tends toward practical growing and living out our faith in Christ. The group shares childcare with other life groups. Meets at the Alemans' home. Ministry Leader(s)- Josias and Annie Aleman Age- 30's & 40's, Topic- living out faith, Gender- mixed, Meeting Day- varies (determined by group), Meeting Time- TBD evenings 

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Clark Life Group

Leader Bryan and Audra Clark
Topic Topical Series
Age Adult | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 5:30-6:30 pm

Clark Life Group

Studies vary from books of the Bible to topical series on living out one's faith. The group shares child care with other life groups. Meets at the Clarks' home. Ministry Leader(s)- Bryan and Audra Clark Age- 30's & 40's, Topic- topical series, Gender- mixed, Meeting Day- Select Sundays, Meeting Time- 5:30 PM

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Friedemann Life Group

Leader Diane Friedemann
Topic Biblical Theme
Age Adult, Senior | Gender Female Only
Day Thursdays | Time 6:30-7:30 pm

Friedemann Life Group

This study is for mature women. They study the Bible or a biblical theme. No childcare is provided. Meets in Dottie McNeill's home. Ministry Leader(s)- Diane Friedemann Age 70's & 80's, Topic- biblical theme, Gender- women, Meeting Day- Thursdays, Meeting Time- 6:30 PM

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Gilliland Life Group

Leader David and Syd Gilliland
Topic Scripture and Topical
Age Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 6:00-7:00 pm

Gilliland Life Group

This group studies the Scriptures and sometimes does topical studies. No childcare is provided. Meets in the Gillilands' home. Ministry Leader(s)- David and Syd Gilliland Age, Topic- Scripture and topical, Gender- mixed, Meeting Day- select Sundays, Meeting Time- 6 PM

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Jordan Life Group

Leader Steve and Tan Jordan
Topic Bible Study
Age Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Time 6:30-7:30 pm

Jordan Life Group

The Jordan life group meets for prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. It meets at the Jordans' home. Ministry Leader(s)- Steve and Tan Jordan Age- 50's & 60's, Topic- Bible study, Gender- mixed, Meeting Day- TBD, Meeting Time- TBD

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Young Adult Life Group

Leader Chuck and Alicia Riddle
Topic Discipleship
Age College, Adult | Gender Mixed
Day Mondays | Time 6:00-7:30 pm

Young Adult Life Group

This group enjoys dinner, Bible study, prayer, discussion, and discipleship. Childcare is available upon request. It meets at the Parks' home. Ministry Leader(s)- Chuck and Alicia Riddle Age- 20's & 30's, Topic- discipleship, Bible, prayer, Gender- mixed, Meeting Day- Mondays twice a month, Meeting Time- 6:00 PM

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Equipping Hour – Sunday Pre-Service Classes

Topic Equipping Hour - Sunday Pre-Service Classes
Age College, Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-10:30 am

Equipping Hour – Sunday Pre-Service Classes

  • A class focused on practical Christian living, utilizing more of a discussion-based format to guide the learning of the Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in a study on Christian community and what that practically should like, according to Bible. The class will be taught by Josias Aleman in Room 216.
  • A class focused on core doctrines of the Christian faith and a study of apologetics, with a lecture style format to guide the learning of Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in a study on the history and teachings of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and how we as Christians can witness to them with the truth of God’s Word. The class will be taught be Bruce Wacker in Room 217/219/221.
  • A class focused on verse-by-verse Bible study, with a mix of lecture and discussion to guide the learning of Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in a chronological study of Paul’s letters, and the lessons we learn from these writings. The class will be led by Caleb Wager in Room 220.
  • A class which utilizes the Lifeway quarterly literature, incorporating a mix of lecture and discussion to guide the learning of Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in the books of Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. The class will be led by Sandy Peterson in Room 130/134.

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Explore The Bible

Topic Equipping Hour - Sunday Pre-Service Classes
Age College, Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-10:30 am

Explore The Bible

A class which utilizes the Lifeway quarterly literature, incorporating a mix of lecture and discussion to guide the learning of Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in the books of Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. The class will be led by Sandy Peterson in Room 130/134. Equipping Hour classes start at 9:30 A.M. If you've been out of the habit of going to Sunday School, or are new to EBC, this is a great way to jump into a new class. This is one of 4 classes we are offering this fall quarter:

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Engaging The Word

Topic Equipping Hour - Sunday Pre-Service Classes
Age College, Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-10:30 am

Engaging The Word

A class focused on verse-by-verse Bible study, with a mix of lecture and discussion to guide the learning of Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in a chronological study of Paul’s letters, and the lessons we learn from these writings. The class will be led by Caleb Wager in Room 220.

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Doctrine and Apologetics

Topic Equipping Hour - Sunday Pre-Service Classes
Age College, Adult, Senior | Gender Mixed
Day Sundays | Time 9:30-10:30 am

Doctrine and Apologetics

 
A class focused on core doctrines of the Christian faith and a study of apologetics, with a lecture style format to guide the learning of Scripture. This quarter (September 12-Nov. 28), the class will be in a study on the history and teachings of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and how we as Christians can witness to them with the truth of God’s Word. The class will be taught be Bruce Wacker in Room 217/219/221.

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