Renaissance Youth
A welcoming community where teens connect to Jesus Christ and to each other, ask honest questions, and grow in their faith.
YOUTH MINISTRY AT RENAISSANCE CHURCH
R-Youth exists to meet the spiritual and relational needs of middle and high school students in grades 5–12. We want every student to hear and experience the transforming message of the gospel in a community where they are known, loved, and encouraged.
On Sundays, we gather for praise and worship, engaging Bible teaching, and small group conversations that help students connect God’s Word to their everyday lives. Our leaders share their faith and their lives, building relationships that support students on Sunday mornings and beyond.
We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment where students can ask questions, share honestly, and grow alongside their peers. We also value partnering with parents and caregivers as we support their teen’s spiritual growth together.
Join us Sundays during the 11:30 a.m. service in the second-floor gymnasium. Check-in begins at 11:15 a.m. Our welcome team will help your student get settled and connected with a small group.
Have questions? Contact our Renaissance Youth Director, Shawanna Bell, at shawanna@renaissancenyc.com. We can’t wait to meet you!
On Sundays, we gather for praise and worship, engaging Bible teaching, and small group conversations that help students connect God’s Word to their everyday lives. Our leaders share their faith and their lives, building relationships that support students on Sunday mornings and beyond.
We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment where students can ask questions, share honestly, and grow alongside their peers. We also value partnering with parents and caregivers as we support their teen’s spiritual growth together.
Join us Sundays during the 11:30 a.m. service in the second-floor gymnasium. Check-in begins at 11:15 a.m. Our welcome team will help your student get settled and connected with a small group.
Have questions? Contact our Renaissance Youth Director, Shawanna Bell, at shawanna@renaissancenyc.com. We can’t wait to meet you!
RENAISSANCE YOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL
Middle school brings new friendships, big changes, and plenty of questions. R-Youth gives students in grades 5–8 a place to build meaningful relationships, explore what they believe, and discover how following Jesus shapes their everyday choices.
Through worship, Bible teaching, engaging activities, and small group discussions, students learn about God’s character and His love for them. Caring leaders make space for honest questions and help students connect what they’re learning to life at home, at school, and with friends.
We want our middle schoolers to grow in confidence that they are loved by God, that their questions matter, and that they have a community to grow with.
Through worship, Bible teaching, engaging activities, and small group discussions, students learn about God’s character and His love for them. Caring leaders make space for honest questions and help students connect what they’re learning to life at home, at school, and with friends.
We want our middle schoolers to grow in confidence that they are loved by God, that their questions matter, and that they have a community to grow with.
RENAISSANCE YOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
As students navigate high school and prepare for what comes next, we want to help them develop a deeper faith, build stronger relationships, and make wiser choices.
Students in grades 9–12 engage with Scripture through worship, Bible teaching, and thoughtful small group conversations. Alongside peers and trusted leaders, they explore how the gospel speaks to their identity, relationships, decisions, and purpose.
Our hope is that students grow in a faith that shapes how they live throughout the week—learning to trust Jesus, love others, and use their gifts to serve. Wherever they are in their faith journey, there’s room to ask questions, build friendships, and take their next step.
Students in grades 9–12 engage with Scripture through worship, Bible teaching, and thoughtful small group conversations. Alongside peers and trusted leaders, they explore how the gospel speaks to their identity, relationships, decisions, and purpose.
Our hope is that students grow in a faith that shapes how they live throughout the week—learning to trust Jesus, love others, and use their gifts to serve. Wherever they are in their faith journey, there’s room to ask questions, build friendships, and take their next step.