MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY
Helping Middle School students know Christ and make Christ known!
At Red Hill Lutheran Church & School, we believe that middle school is a crucial and integral part of a student's faith journey. We want to facilitate a place where students can grow, build meaningful relationships, and truly get to know Jesus for themselves!
Please see below for our weekly gatherings, upcoming events, and other information that may help you and your family!
JUMP: YFM MIDDLE SCHOOL
SUMMER OVERNIGHT CAMP 2025
July 28th - August 1st, 2025
Middle School Summer Overnight Camp is the ultimate place for your incoming 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade student! During this five-day camp, we'll explore how we are invited to trust God as we JUMP into our faith. This camp is an incredible opportunity for students to connect with their peers, build meaningful friendships, and most importantly, an opportunity for them to challenge themselves to grow deeper in their faith, through the teaching of God's Word, worship, and so much more!
This summer, Red Hill Lutheran Church & School is heading to a beautiful, private, gated 5-acre estate in Palm Desert! Our group will have exclusive access to two pools, a large pond with an outdoor pavilion, a regulation-size tennis court that converts into multiple pickleball courts, plus cabanas and fire pits for evening gatherings. Inside, students can enjoy a pool table, board games, and plenty of space to relax and bond. Whether they're soaking up the sun, playing sports, swimming, or unwinding with friends, this retreat offers the perfect balance of fun and intentionality for all to create lasting memories with their friends and JUMP deeper into their faith!
If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact the Student Ministry Coordinator, Tim Rivera.
GENERAL INFORMATION
YOUTH SUMMER CALENDAR 2025
School may be out, but there's still so much happening here at Red Hill Lutheran Church & School! From our regular weekly meetings, pool parties, and summer camp, we have a full calendar for your student(s) all summer long! Download the full Summer Calendar 2025 here to stay in the loop!
MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY | WEDNESDAY NIGHTS
INSIDE Peter's Parish
5:30pm to 8:00pm (SUMMER HOURS)
All middle schoolers are welcome every Wednesday night for food, fun, games, hanging out with friends, and a great time in God’s Word! We look forward to seeing you there! For more information, please contact the Student Ministry Coordinator, Tim Rivera.
IN THE SHADOWS
Midweek Teaching Series For JULY
Where there is shadow, there is light, so the shadows don't have to scare us. As we grow and experience more life, we might find the shadows of doubt or questions creeping towards us. Rather than run from the shadows, we can look to God to cast some light on the situation.
In this 4-week series from the Old and New Testaments, we'll explore how we can step into the light whenever we doubt God's presence. We'll talk about how when we doubt God can be trusted, we can find the light and choose to remember what God's already done. We'll learn how, when Jesus' followers disappoint us, we can step up to be what we don't see. We'll explore what can happen when we've lost hope and how we can ask God to surprise us. And we'll see how even when the shadows make it feel like God's not listening, we don't stop praying.
Want to learn and grow alongside your kid as we go through this teaching series? You can! Spend a few minutes each week studying the passages of Scripture we'll be teaching, praying about what God wants to do in you and your family, and growing by putting God's words into practice in your own life. Download the parent devotional here!
DISCIPLEU STUDENT MINISTRY | SUNDAY MORNINGS
INSIDE PETER'S PARISH
9:15am to 10:00am
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family resource library
It is a joy and an honor to support and equip entire families through all stages of life. To help in that journey, we offer a fantastic Family Resource Library filled with books covering every developmental phase—from birth through college—as well as a wide range of other topics. These resources are available on the patio each week. For more information or to borrow a resource, contact Beth Stoffregen.
CONNECT WITH US
Want to stay updated on upcoming events, complete a medical form for your student, or find ways to serve in Middle School Ministry? Check out the sections below for more details, and click on the one that fits what you're looking for!
Want to stay in the know loop about all things Middle School Ministry? Sign up for our parent emails to get the latest updates, events, and fun happenings straight to your inbox! No spam, just the good stuff (hopefully).
All students participating in our ministry must have a current medical and liability release form on file, renewed annually. We know it may seem lengthy, but it is essential for keeping both your student and our volunteers safe. The current form is valid through spring 2026.
Interested in serving in Middle School Ministry? We're excited to have you on board! Whether you have a little time or a lot, there's a place for you to make an impact. We'll be in touch to find the best fit for you!
Have questions about Middle School Ministry? We're here to help! Feel free to reach out to our Student Ministry Coordinator, Tim Rivera, anytime!
TIMOTHY RIVERA
RHL STUDENT MINISTRY COORDINATOR
Tim has been serving in Middle School and High School Ministry at Red Hill Lutheran Church and School since 2023. A graduate from Cal State Fullerton with a BA in Youth/Adolescent Development, Tim loves connecting with this age group and giving them a place where they can feel safe and ultimately feel the love of Jesus and learn more about Him and how God works in their lives. You can find Tim playing card games with students, talking about all things Star Wars, drinking (too much) coffee, talking about Jesus, or spending time with his wife, Noah.
