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Welcome to Garden Youth Ministry (GYM)

where middle and high school students (Grades 6th - 12th) experience authentic growth in their relationship with Jesus Christ! Not only do we hang out and have fun together, but we also take part in meaningful times of worship, hear Biblical teaching on relevant topics, and meet in small groups to process everything we’re learning. In addition to our weekly meetings, we also have many exciting fellowship, service, growth, and outreach events throughout the year.

For more information, contact our Garden Youth Ministry using the form below.

GYM Regular Meetings

SUNDAYS
  • Join us in the Main Sanctuary (leftmost section) at 11:00am every Sunday for worship and then we will move together to Room 1 (previously known as the MPR) for our own youth sermon and more. (Once a month, we stay in the main sanctuary for the entire service. Please see our monthly calendar below for updates/details.)

FRIDAYS
  • 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm during the school year (September to early June)
  • We meet every Friday except for the 5th Friday of the month.
GYM Student Waiver Form 2025-2026

High School Winter Retreat

Location: Alpine Retreat Camp
Dates: 
Friday, 12/26/25: departure from church ~1:30pm
Sunday, 12/28/25: arrival at church ~12:00-12:30pm
Early Bird (by Nov 25th, nonrefundable): $190 and $150 for each additional child
Regular (by Dec 18th, nonrefundable): $270 and $230 for each additional child
Late (after Dec 18th, based on availability): $350 and $300 for each additional child
*Scholarships/fee waivers available. Email: lois@thegardenchurch.com for more info.
*Multiple sibling discount offered (for 3 or more students in a family). Email for more info.
Register Here by 11/25 for early bird!

GYM Thanksgiving Potluck

FRIDAY, NOV 21, 2025
Small Group Potluck Item Assignments:
6th Boys: Drinks
7th-8th Boys: Savory side dishes
6th-7th Girls: Protein (or main) dishes
8th Girls: Dessert
9th-10th Boys: Drinks
9th-10th Girls: Dessert
11th-12th Boys: Savory side dishes
11th-12th Girls: Protein (or main) dishes

Apply to GYM Praise Team

Application Link for new students
Form Link for Returning Students

GYM Sunday Service Setup

@GYM students! This is a great opportunity to serve and step up in GYM, without a big commitment! Go to the link below for more information.
sign up to serve!

Meet the GYM Leaders

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