Each year the 8th grade-aged youth (13-14 yrs. old) of FSC are invited to participate in a several month long coming of age process.  Designed to serve both youth and families and their world, as well as the exploration and articulation of their own credo, "I Believe" statements.  The process kicks off with an all-family after-church meeting in January and continues with bi-weekly, youth-only after-church meetings through April.  A local weekend retreat and a 5-day travelling service trip, (previously New York City), provide settings for reflection, challenge, and play.  The process concludes with a celebratory dinner for the youth and their families in April and recognition during the Bridging Worship Service on Mother's Day.  Seasoned Coming of Age Ministry Leader and FSC member, Beth Lively, will lead the process this year.  If you and/or your youth and family are interested in participating and have further question's about this year's program, please contact Beth Lively at (616) 447-9591 or our Youth Minister, Jason Hubbard at either (616) 459-8386 ext. 223 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .