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We exist to raise up a generation of students who are fully surrendered to God and his purposes on the earth.

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ECC Youth Student Group Registration (2025-2026)

We believe life change and freedom in Christ are found and sustained in community. We encourage all 7th-12th grade students to register to be part of a small group and experience the gift of authentic relationships.

Register Here

Mission Trips

Part of our mission at ECC Youth is to equip students to make God known! We offer several opportunities every summer for youth to mature in the faith through serving others, preaching the gospel, and healing the sick. What mission trip may God be inviting you to join this summer?

Learn More Here

Serve at ECC

You are not too young to make a difference! We believe God has uniquely equipped every believer with a purpose. In serving others, God continues to shape and form us to be more like Jesus. Whatever your gifting, interests, or schedule—there is a place for you on an ECC Serve Team.

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Youth Worship

Are you interested in joining a Youth Worship Team? Complete the registration form below to provide your personal information and receive communication to join a team. We believe Jesus is worthy of all our worship – songs, actions, and more!

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Testimonies Of Hope

We encourage students to share stories of God at work in their lives. Testimonies encourage others to overcome and find freedom through surrendering their lives to Jesus.

2025 Graduation Testimonies

Spangenberg's Testimony

Caden's Testimony

Jude's Testimony

Malia's Testimony

Adam's Testimony

Preston's Testimony

Lilli's Testimony

Questions?

If you have a question or would like more information, please reach out to youth@ephratacommunity.church

Students

5th–6th Grade

FiveSix

The FiveSix family is a life-giving community for 5th and 6th grade students to grow in friendship with God and with each other. We meet for an hour during the weekend services and host fun, off-site events throughout the year. We’d love to have you join us!

FiveSix Summer Social Registration
7th–12th Grade

Middle School & High School

Through Sunday night gatherings, connection events, regional youth gatherings, and summer mission trips, we want each student to be deeply connected to God and others. The gospel of Jesus Christ is our core message. Come join our ECC Youth family to grow in the knowledge of Jesus and be equipped to make him known!

When

We meet during the weekend services.

Where

The FiveSix classroom is across the lobby in the Gathering Room.

Overview

Students are dismissed to their class after worship. No security tag is needed for student pickup at the end of the service.

When

Sunday nights at ECC from 6-8 p.m.

Where

ECC Auditorium B & café

Overview

Snack is provided. The evening will include discussions in small groups, worship, prayer, Bible teaching, sharing of testimonies, and interactive games.

ECC Youth Team

Oliver Denlinger

Oliver Denlinger

Pastor of Student Ministry
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Travis Martin

High School Ministry Director

Elijah Ugalde

Middle School Ministry Director
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Ciara Smoker

Student & Children's Ministry Administrator

Upcoming Events

We provide many opportunities throughout the year to connect. These events are designed to activate students to love God, love others, and make God known. Select an event to view more information.

July 12
ECC Youth Summer Gathering
July 26
ECC Youth Summer Gathering
August 9
ECC Youth Summer Gathering
August 9
FiveSix Summer Social
September 13
ECC Youth Fall Launch