Wildside and HSM both have had record sign-ups for small groups and we NEED you. If you love God and like students we would love to get you connected in student ministries. Here are a few ways you can get involved.

Small Group Leaders: We need people to lead C-groups for Wildside (Jr. High Students) or Small Groups for HSM (Sr. High Students). Here are some recent fears we have heard from other people interested in leading a group.

Some common fears are:
        1. "I must know all the Bible"
                False: We want you to love God and show students that are you are                          continuly learning more about Jesus and the Scriptures
       
        2. "I am not a good teacher"
                This is OK we will provide you with a lesson to teach each week and                 questions that will help you with discussion

        3. "I do not have a place to meet"
                Great, we will find and place you in a home to meet. You do not have to do                 anything besides show up


Host Homes: Students meet in homes each week and we need places for them to meet. If you have a heart for hosptiality then we would love to talk to you.

If either of these options stand out to you please contact:

Junior High/High School: Katie Edwards - katiee@saddleback.net or 949-609-8655
High School: Ryanne Witt - ryannew@saddleback.net or 949-609-8717

Here are some great ways you can get involved right now in Student Ministries

Wildside C-Group Leader:
    C-Groups (Connect Groups) meet weekly on Tuesday or Wednesday nights in homes throughout Orange County. 2 adult leaders are teamed up with 8-10 same gender students ages 12-14. Click here for more information or download an application here.

HSM Small Group Leader:
    High School Small Groups will meet for the first 10 weeks in the Refinery! 1 to 2 adult leaders will be teamed up with 8-10 same gender students ages 14-18. Click here for more information or download an application here.

Weekend Leaders:
    There are numerous ways to get involved serving during the weekend. We have services on Saturday night at 4:30 & 6:30 and Sunday morning at 9:00 and 11:15. We need people to greet and hang out with students during the services, connect with students in the game galley, run technology behind the scenes, and help answer parents questions at the information booth.

If you have more questions please contact:

Junior High/High School: Katie Edwards - katiee@saddleback.net or 949-609-8655
High School: Ryanne Witt - ryannew@saddleback.net or 949-609-8717

High School Ministry Opportunities:

 

#1 High School Small Groups

BIGGEST NEED: Weekly small group bible study leaders

We believe that LIFE CHANGE happens in small groups….High School Ministries (Ages 14-18) have a HUGE need for small group leaders. We are looking for men and women who LOVE God and have a desire to journey with students through the ups and downs of their faith. We need people who are excited to care about students and help them become rooted in God’s word. HS Small Groups…meet weekly on all different nights throughout the week. The groups meet in homes in the surrounding communities. 1 to 2 adult leaders will be teamed up with 10-12 same gender students ages 14-18. The groups meet each week for bible study and accountability. Our staff will train each new leader and equip you with the tools you need to succeed.

Expected Commitment: 2 ½ hours weekly & 4 Quarterly Leader Training/Connect meetings

#2 High School Weekend Service

BIGGEST NEED: Relational Ministers

 

Our ministry needs adults who are excited to connect with students each week. We believe that relationships are a key ingredient for life change…we need Godly leaders who want to build relationships and participate in a weekly church service with students. Choose one of our 3 services: Saturdays: 4:30 or 6:30pm Sunday mornings: 9:00am.

Expected Commitment: 1 ½ hours weekly & 3 Quarterly Leader Training/Connect meetings

DOWNLOAD the HS Application on the RIGHT of this page to start the process of becoming a leader! We NEED you!

 

Junior High Ministry Opportunities:

 

#1 Junior High Small Groups

BIGGEST NEED: Weekly small group bible study leaders

C-Groups (Connect Groups) meet weekly on Tuesday or Wednesday nights in homes throughout the surrounding communities. 2 adult leaders are teamed up with 8-10 same gender students ages 12-14. The groups meet each week for bible study, prayer, accountability, healthy relationship building, and experiential learning. Our staff will train each new leader and equip you with the tools you need to succeed.

Expected Commitment: 2 Hours Weekly &  3 Leader Connections throughout the year.

#2 Junior High Weekend Experience

BIGGEST NEED: Relational Ministers

 

Our ministry needs adults who are excited to connect with students each week. We believe that relationships are a key ingredient for life change…we need Godly leaders who want to build relationships and participate in a weekly church service with students. Choose one of our 3 services: Saturdays: 4:30 or 6:30pm Sunday mornings: 9:00am.

Commitment: 1 ½ hours weekly & 3 Quarterly Leader Training/Connect meetings

DOWNLOAD the JH Application on the RIGHT of this page to start the process of becoming a leader! We NEED you!

We just talked to you this past weekend at the MINISTRY FAIR! We are so excited that you are interested in joining our YOUTH MINISTRY team! We have a HUGE need for WEEKEND leaders! We are looking for men and women who love God and LIKE students. If you would like to make an impact in the life of a student come join our student ministries team today!

There are a variety of ways that you can serve at a students ministries weekend service...check out the opportunities below!

15 ways to serve at a Student Ministries Weekend Service: 

• BIGGEST NEED: Relational Ministers…Adults who are excited to connect with students each week. We believe that relationships are a key ingredient for life change…we need Godly leader who want to come and build relationships with our student each week.
• Be a greeter…Be a friendly face and help us create a warm atmosphere
• Connection Central…Assist in connecting first time students
• Work at our  Information Booth…answering questions, taking registrations, getting information to students
• Floater…Roam the tent looking for disconnected students—connect them to each other
• Technology…Operate the Computer & Media shout for the service
• Graphic Design…Design game & announcement slides, design series slides
• Video Editing…Create & edit videos that enhance our service
• Prayer Team…Pray for our weekend service before it begins
• Set-up & Tear Down…Assist our team in set-up and clean-up
• Ministry Team Leader…Lead your own ministry team of students – help students get involved in a ministry
• Stage…Be on stage leading games, giving announcements, and more
• Behind the scenes…shopping & gathering supplies for the service
• Follow-Up…Follow-up on student prayer requests and student pastoral care needs
• Assist with PEACE awareness…Expose High school students to global, local, and personal PEACE.

To get started...download the application packet on the right side of this page! Questions?? Contact...

Junior High/High School: Katie Edwards - katiee@saddleback.net or 949-609-8655

High School: Ryanne Witt - ryannew@saddleback.net or 949-609-8717

Are you interested in leading HIGH SCHOOL students?

Our high school small groups are meeting everyday of the week...and we have a huge need for leaders. If you are interested in leading/teaching a weekly bible study for 8-10 high school students...please contact RYANNE WITT at ryannew@saddleabck.net

**Download the HSM application to the right of the page to get started!

700 Junior High Students + Awkward age + Peer Pressure + Daily Life + Taking ownership of their faith = HUGE need for adult small group leaders!

AND

1000 High School Students + Intense peer pressure + "I want to be a grown up" + Dating relationships + deciding on the future + figuring out how to follow God =

HUGE NEED for adult small group leaders!

Interested in being a part of it???

Download the JH or HS application to the right!

 

We believe that LIFE CHANGE happens in small groups....

Junior High & High School Ministries have a HUGE need for small group leaders. We are looking for men and women who LOVE God and have a desire to journey with students through the ups and downs of their faith. We need people who are excited to care about students and help them become rooted in God's word.

Here is some information on both JH & HS small group programs

ABOUT Junior High...C-Groups (Connect Groups) meet weekly on Tuesday or Wednesday nights in homes throughout the surrounding communities. 2 adult leaders are teamed up with 8-10 same gender students ages 12-14. The groups meet each week for bible study, prayer, accountability, healthy relationship building, and experiential learning. Our staff will train each new leader and equip you with the tools you need to succeed.

Expected Commitment: 2 Hours/Weekly Meeting - 3 Leader Connections throughout the year.

ABOUT High School...HS Small Groups meet weekly on all different night throughout the week. The groups meet in homes in the surrounding communities. 1 to 2 adult leaders will be teamed up with 8-10 same gender students ages 14-18. The groups meet each week for bible study and accountability. Our staff will train each new leader and equip you with the tools you need to succeed.

Expected Commitment: 2 Hours/Weekly Meeting - 3 Leader Connections throughout the year.

If you are interested in taking this step to make an impact in the life of a junior high or high school student...look to the RIGHT of this page and download the application for the ministry that you are interested in.

The New Saturday Night Service Needs Help!

Junior High & High School ministries have some NEW service times! The two ministries are now meeting at 4:30 & 6:30 on Saturday night...and 9:00am on Sunday morning.

If you are interested in helping out at our new 4:30 Saturday Night Service we would love to have you! We need leaders who would like to do any of the following:

• like connecting with students
• would like to help behind the scenes
• like to shop
• like to be on stage
• can help students feel welcome
• can do graphics, media, shout, etc.
• can make a mean Frappaccino
• and more!

If you are interested in serving...contact Katie Edwards at katiee@saddleback.net...or come visit us:

High School - Tent 3 on Saturday Nights & Room 404 on Sunday mornings

Junior High - Tent 1 all 3 services 

We have a HUGE need for new leaders! If you are interested in serving in Student Ministries we would love to talk to you! We are looking for men and women who love God and LIKE students. If you would like to make an impact in the life of a student come join our student ministries team today!

There are a variety of ways that you can serve in junior high and high school ministries. Check out the list below and let us know if there is an area that fits you!

            Ways to IMPACT a STUDENT @ Saddleback:

• Weekend Service Leader
• Small Group/Bible Study Leader
• LIFE Hurts God Heals: Ministry for hurting students
• Trips, Events, Camp Leader
• Coach: Care for adult leaders
• Ministry Team Leader
• PEACE champions: Local & Global
• Work w/ student leadership students
• Office Help: Phone, Data Entry, etc.
• Anything else you can think of!

To get started or for more information please contact:

Junior High/High School: Katie Edwards - katiee@saddleback.net or 949-609-8655

High School: Ryanne Witt - ryannew@saddleback.net or 949-609-8717

LIFE Hurts GOD Heals: Megan Hutchinson - meganh@saddleback.net or 949-609-8642

 

                                       

HSM & WILDSIDE LEADERS

       Join us this Friday Night for the WOW Awards

7:00-8:30pm Saddleback Church Worship Center

Saddleback Church wants to honor you! Join us as we celebrate this year in ministry. If you haven't had the opportunity to register for this event....go to www.saddlebackfamily.com/wow and register today! Immediately following the WOW awards is the Student Ministries AFTERPARTY.

      AFTERPARTY @ Fuddruckers in Foothill Ranch     

9:00-10:30pm / Karoake / Free Food

 

 

Welcome to the new Volunteers blog!  We’ll be posting important information and fun photos here on a regular basis that will help you stay connected to what’s going on in your ministry.  Comment on any of the blog entries you feel “moved” to respond to, we’d be happy to hear from you.

In the coming week you’ll have access to our calendar and online registration.