"Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.” - 1 Timothy 4:12

In writing to Timothy, the apostle Paul made clear that youth is no barrier to growing closer to Jesus or discipling others in their walks with Him. 


Therefore, as Rockford Reformed envisions raising up 300 more gospel guides by 2028, the Youth Ministry plays a pivotal role. By God’s grace, we pray that both students and volunteer leaders will grow in the fear and knowledge of God. As we study God’s Word together, building and cultivating deeper friendships and Christian community, we trust that Jesus will continue to make Himself known to our middle and high schoolers.


The Youth Ministry at Rockford Reformed is dedicated to teaching the importance of Christ alone as revealed through His Word. Join us as we seek to grow in relationship with Him, supernaturally empowered by the Holy Spirit. As Jesus promised in Matthew 18:20, "For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them." 

Youth Group

  • Middle & High School
  • Sundays, 6:00-7:30pm

Sunday School

(resumes in the fall)

  • High School: Catechism Class in Room 246
  • Middle School: May join either the Catechism Class with the high schoolers or the Family Sermon Discussion in Room 250

Schedule Notes

(scroll down for details)

  • 6/18 - First Bible Study
  • July 20-27 - Mission Trip
  • 8/22 - Michigan's Adventure

Summer 2025 Youth Group Bible Study

  • DATES: Wednesdays — June 18, 25; July 9, 16, 30; August 6, 13, 20.
  • TIMES: 9-10am
  • LOCATION: RRC
  • DETAILS: For whoever is interested, we will be meeting for a relaxed, hour-long Bible study focused on growing in the skills needed to read and understand God’s Word. Each week we’ll look at a different passage and ask questions like: What does it say? How does it reveal Jesus? How does it connect to the rest of Scripture? What does it mean for me? Students will spend time prayerfully reading and reflecting on the passage before coming together to discuss what we’ve learned. This isn’t a deep dive into one book—it’s about building a toolkit to help students confidently approach any passage of Scripture on their own and apply it to life. 


Summer 2025 Mission Trip (sign-ups closed)

  • DATES: July 20-26, 2025
  • DEADLINE FOR PAYMENT: July 6, 2025
  • COST: $75 — Payment can be made by cash (in an envelope labeled with the student's name and "Mission Trip"), check (made out to “RRCYM” or “Rockford Reformed Church Youth Ministry”, memo: “Mission Trip”), or student account funds.
  • PARENT MEETING: Join us on either June 22 or July 6, 2025, right after the church service in the Youth Room—pick the date that works best for you!


Michigan’s Adventure

  • DATE: Friday, August 22, 2025
  • DROP OFF: 10:00 AM — @ RRC
  • PICK UP: 7:30 PM — @ RRC
  • DETAILS: We’d love for your student to join us for a day of fun and friendship at Michigan’s Adventure! We’ll pack lunches at church before leaving and plan to leave the park at around 6 PM. On the way home, we’ll stop for dinner (provided). Students should dress for warm weather and bring a swimsuit for the water park.
  • COST: $45 — Payment can be made by cash (in an envelope labeled with the student's name and "Michigan’s Adventure"), check (made out to “RRCYM” or “Rockford Reformed Church Youth Ministry”, memo: “Michigan’s Adventure”), or student account funds.
  • SIGN UP DEADLINE: July 18, 2025
  • PAYMENT DEADLINE: August 17, 2025

Resources

Youth Calendar