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WHO WE ARE:

First Students exists to reach non-believing students, to connect them with God’s family,
​to equip them in the faith and show them how to offer themselves in response to God’s love. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY (MSM)

7TH & 8TH GRADE STUDENTS
SUNDAY GROUPS
On Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30, we offer a small group experience for MSM students to connect. This is a great place to be introduced into the community of students at FBCH.
MIDWEEK / BREAKOUTS
Each Wednesday night through the Fall and Spring semesters, all of FSM (7th - 12th grade) gathers together to open God's Word and hear a message that applies to life as a student.  We then break out into smaller groups to dig even deeper through discussion and application. 
CAMPS / RETREATS
Each year we offer several opportunities for MSM students to get away to build community, connect with Christ and serve others.  These experiences can catapult a student's faith as they are challenged to begin to own their own faith alongside caring adults who love them where they are.  

Fall Retreat - October/November
Summer Camp - June
VBS Camp - July
EVENTS
About once a month or so we offer events for students to come and have a great time.  Events are a great place for students to bring their friends and plug them into the community of FBCH. 

HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY (HSM)

HSM IS FOR ALL 9TH THROUGH 12TH GRADE STUDENTS.  LOOK BELOW FOR WAYS TO GET CONNECTED!
CLASSES / SERVING
On Sunday mornings we encourage HSM students to join one of our service teams to live out the gifts God has given them or plug into a class where they can learn alongside others in the church about topics of interest. 
MIDWEEK / BREAKOUTS
Each Wednesday night through the Fall and Spring semesters, all of FSM (7th - 12th grade) gathers together to open God's Word and hear a message that applies to life as a student.  We then break out into small groups by grade and gender to dig even deeper through discussion and application.
CAMPS / RETREATS
Each year we offer several opportunities for HSM students to get away to build community, connect with Christ and serve others.  These experiences compliment our weekly ministries by allowing students to live what they've been learning and grow deeper in their faith. 

Fall Retreat -  October/November
Summer Camp - June
VBS Camp - July
MISSIONS TRIP
Every couple of years we offer international missions trips to high school students only.  These can be incredible trips that broaden the worldview of students and deepens their heart for the lost in the world. 
EVENTS
About once a month or so we offer events for students to come and have a great time.  Events are a great place for students to bring their friends and plug them into the community of FBCH.  

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS MIDWEEK?
Midweek is our weekly gathering of students in grades 7-12. We meet on Wednesday nights from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.  It is the greatest place for students to in community with other students at FBCH.  Since we reach a diverse group of students, including 8 different school districts, we seek to equip students to go back to their schools and reach their friends for Christ.  We achieve that through a message each week centered around the gospel, followed up by small group breakouts for discussion and application.  Adult leaders lead these breakouts. 
WHO ARE THE ADULT LEADERS?
FSM Leaders are a part of a team that seeks to disciple students into a growing relationship with Christ.  They are trained and interviewed before joining the team and taking responsibility over students.  Adult leaders are of all ages but must be at least a year removed from high school before joining.  These adults are committed to the next generation of Christ-followers and play a pivotal part in the life of FBCH.
HOW DO I BECOME AN FSM LEADER?
FSM Leaders operate as a team.  A team is made up of many members with God-given gifts.  Generally, leaders fall into two categories:​
  • Midweek Leaders - Committed to a core group of students and to being at Midweek each week.  These leaders typically lead a breakout group.
  • Weekend Leaders - Committed to students by helping organize events, lead Sunday groups and, when possible, join students on retreats.
To become a part of the team, please contact Pastor Justin.
CAN A PARENT BE A SUNDAY GROUP OR BREAKOUT LEADER?
Becoming a leader is a fun and exciting way to stay engaged with your own student.  We absolutely encourage parents to become leaders -- and, with our rapidly expanding student ranks, we need you -- but we do not permit parents to lead their own children in FSM.  Some students need more space than others and are far more likely to be candid in small group discussions when parents are not present.  We'll help find the best fit for you, as well as the right place to maximize your student's experience in FSM.
WHAT IS YOUR INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY?
As a church we follow Hamilton City School District when it comes to closures.  If the schools are closed, our Wednesday evening ministries are canceled.  If the church is closed on Sunday for any reason, so are our Sunday night ministries. And in the event that weather hits later in the day, please follow us on social media for the latest updates to cancellations. 
How do i fill out a medical release form for my 7-12th grader?
Click HERE to fill out the medical release form.

Want to Learn More?

Contact Christopher Osterbrock (Youth Minister)