Hi Parents,

We are so thrilled to be back in routine! The New Year is underway, and our first Wednesday back has arrived. Tomorrow, January 8th, we will have dinner at Slow Rise on the Brazos, 6-7:30 pm. Students are asked to bring $5 for dinner and drink. Friends are welcome to join, and be sure to bring a coat! We will take over the warm and cozy back patio! Slow Rise is big enough that families can eat dinner inside, and the youth still have a space to themselves. We encourage families to stay for dinner. It's always fun seeing youth families connect! If the weather becomes too inclement, we will postpone dinner for another time.

Additionally, it's the FINAL week to SHINE up! Sign-ups close this Sunday, January 12th. We look forward to seeing you soon!

All Church Worship & Discipleship

We have a church-wide bible reading plan that will take us through the entirety of scripture in 1 Year! If you are interested in joining or starting a small group that will walk with you as you read please visit www.firstwaco.com/walk

The whole church is encouraged to join us for worship night this Sunday evening. Evin Calicchia is leading and we hope to see you all there!

Weekly Rhythms & Programs

Sunday Morning

Wednesday Bridge

Next Sunday Night Youth

Sunday School at Main

10:45am - Noon

2nd Floor Youth Room

Bridge Returns

Jan 8th at Slowrise on the Brazos 6pm-7:30pm

$5 Per Student

BOLAW

February 23

6-8pm

Sunday School

at Downtown

10:00am - 10:50am

2nd Floor Youth Room

January 15th -

Youth Dodgeball Tournament

(Midweek Hours)

BOLAW

March 30

6-8pm

Upcoming Events!

SHINE 2025

Cost $80 (Scholarships Available)

What is SHINE? SHINE is our yearly winter in-town retreat! The dates are January 17-19, 2025! SHINE weekend is one of our best times together for growth and connection. SHINE is a wonderful opportunity for our students to invite friends who do not yet have a church home. All students have the opportunity to focus on and grow their relationship with Christ in a fun, safe, and exciting environment. Our goal for SHINE weekend is for students to encounter Christ, build life-long friendships, and make memories that will last a lifetime. The weekend launches us into a new year of ministry and sets the tone for what's to come! Each year we bring in a band and speaker to lead worship and teaching. Additionally, we stay in host homes divided by grade and gender provided by church families. 2-3 adult ministry safe certified and trusted leaders are placed in homes to lead the group throughout the weekend. Our goal for these students is to always grow in Christ and in community. Hope to see you at SHINE!

Student Registration

Staying Connected

Social Media

For the most up-to-date information regarding our Youth ministry, follow us on Instagram & Facebook

@firstwacoyouth

Visit our youth webpage!

We love being able to serve your families. If you ever have any questions please reach out, my email is Chris@firstwaco.com.

Blessings,

Chris Bell

Director of Youth Ministries