Next Gen Ministries

Our Vision

For every child and youth to HEAR about, KNOW, and EXPERIENCE an authentic relationship with Jesus that leads to DISCOVERY of a personal mission and a desire to help others know and experience God’s love.

Our Mission

Next Gen Ministries at BCC support relational discipleship for young people from cradle to college by partnering with parents and creating spaces where they can meet with God and grow in love for Jesus through each phase of development. 

We value Intergenerational worship and encourage children and youth to have full participation in the life of the church including serving, leading and outreach.  We encourage discipling relationships, student leadership, and active family involvement in the life of the church.  We believe that children and youth can and should have active and meaningful roles in the services and daily life of the church and that they can and should be equipped to do God’s Kingdom work as is appropriate for their stage of development.

Sunday Worship

Children of all ages are welcome in worship and their presence is important!  We do also understand that developmentally specific formation opportunities are important as well.  On most Sundays, Children Preschool through 5th Grade worship alongside of their families for a portion of the service. They are then invited forward for our Covenant Kids Moment, where we engage with the kids and pray for them before sending them off.  The kids are invited to go out to their lesson and group time and then return to the service for communion and for closing worship and prayer.  

We offer the following groups on Sunday mornings. 

Nursery/Minis

Children birth to 2 years will

  • HEAR God’s Story through simple biblical storytelling methods, picture books, manipulatives and music

  • KNOW God’s Love through the care and safety our volunteers provide

  • EXPERIENCE positive early connection in God’s family

The nursery is also equipped with a discreet area for nursing mothers. 

Intergenerational Sundays

Once a month all children preschool through 5th grade remain in the sanctuary for the entire worship service. These IG services are carefully planned to include multiple points of engagement, connection and leading opportunities for kids.  Parents are encouraged to reach out to the church for support or encouragement in helping their children engage during IG worship.

3:5 Crew 

3:5 Crew is a midweek youth group experience for kids in 3rd through 5th Grade.  We gather to share our lives together, have snacks, play games, and spend time in the Word of God. This program offers a great opportunity for kids to invite their friends to come get to know Jesus with them.

Covenant Kids (Birth - 5th Grade)

Youth Ministries

Covenant Youth (Middle School and High School)

BCC Youth group exists to build relationships with MS and HS students, to help them meet Jesus and grow in relationship with Him, and to connect them with others who will walk with them as they grow.  We use bible based teaching, small group experiences, worship, games, special events and service opportunities to make connections, share life, and help students develop a faith that will carry them into the next phases of their lives. 

Discipleship Confirmation

This program is designed to help our youth in grades 7 and 8 to engage with their faith on a deeper level by learning more about scripture, church history, and theology. Our goal is not merely to teach content, but to help our youth move forward in their faith journeys and come into a transformative encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ.

Led by Pastor Eric, Discipleship/Confirmation meets twice a month following the Sunday service. Contact Us for more information on this program.

Youth Group Leadership

At Batavia Covenant Church we have a network of leadership that plans, prays, and advocates for the students and their spiritual development.

Small Group Leaders: We are very blessed to have a team of adult volunteers who pour into the lives of our students, pointing them to Christ on a weekly basis. Our small group leaders spend time with their small groups almost every Sunday night, building relationships and digging deep into their lives and faith. These adults are a huge part of the youth ministry program at BCC and provide our students with tremendous leaders and mentors.

Student Leaders: Our student leaders at BCC are empowered to lead and serve in areas according to their gifts and passions within the youth ministries and the greater church body.

Parent Volunteers: We are always looking for ways to get parents involved in the youth ministries at BCC. Whether volunteers are greeting students, bringing snacks, helping with a fundraiser, or attending a retreat or event…we’re all a team!