Student Ministry

Our NDCBF Parents are the essential components to discipling today’s generation in Christ. God has given parents the responsibility to teach and train their kids up in the Lord (Ephesians 6:4, Proverbs 22:6). As we actively pursue to live out the mission and vision of NDCBF to make disciples and be salt and light, we know God has equipped parents to complete the task! Student Ministries is excited to come along side all our parents in equipping the next generation for Christ. Student Ministries has created opportunities of engagement for parents to help build community both in youth ministry and our homes.

Here are the areas in which parents can engage and volunteer:

• Parent Fellowship Sign-Up: Sign-up to host a parent fellowship meeting at your home
• Concession Management: Help manage the Youth Concession Area to raise funds for Student Ministries
• Ministry Informer: Engage our NDCBF family as they head out of service with Youth Ministry updates and news in the form of flyers

The Student Ministries of North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship focuses on the spiritual development of youth, beginning in the nursery and ending upon completion of high school.

Our goal is to support families in the foundational and biblical teaching found in the Bible. With these principles, a student will be strengthened in the faith and better equipped for their transition into young adulthood.

Facebook Groups
We have created closed Facebook groups as a way to not only keep in touch but keep you informed of all things Children's/Student Ministry and Awana. Please use the links below to request to join.

Awana Facebook Group
Children's Ministry Parents Facebook Group  

Right Now Media
We have access to an online tool called Right Now Media. As a member of NDCBF you have access to a safe and enormous library of entertaining and educational Bible-based content just for kids! Watch over 2,000 kid’s episodes in the RightNow Media Kid’s Library. Use the link below to access your account or to request an account.

Access your account
Members may request an account

Group Dynamix is a community building experience that will take place over night through multiple different fun activities. The students will be able to draw closer to each other through team building that creates unforgettable experiences and components of discipleship and the other :
 
High Ropes Course
- Zip Lines
- Coconut Climbing Trees (3 difficulty levels)
- Blacklight Dodge Ball
- Archery Tag
- Gaga Ball and 9 Square
- Giant Jumping Pillow
- Huge Teen Friendly Inflatables
and so much more!
 
Click HERE to see the amazing time our students had last year!

Senior Sunday is a special Sunday where high school graduates are honored with a special prayer of blessing spoken over them. Graduates' families are encouraged to participate.
 
Graduation Luncheon
The luncheon follows immediately after morning service (around noon) in the Youth area. All graduates are asked to come with a parent, guardian, or other family member to escort them in as they are announced to the luncheon attendees.

If students would like to express words of gratitude to family members or other influential people at the luncheon, they should prepare a 1 to 2 minute expression IN ADVANCE. A special section of the program will be reserved specifically for personal expression.

Each student will be provided the opportunity to set up a senior table where people can see the senior’s activities, awards, and future plans displayed. This will also be a place for family members and the congregation to drop off cards or any gift they wish to provide the senior with.

The Senior Luncheon has a dress code.
· Males should wear a tie and jacket or a suit & tie
· Women must wear modest church-appropriate semi-formal dress attire
· No tennis shoes
· No jeans or denim jackets
· No athletic attire
· No sunglasses 

We are pleased to offer a variety of scholarship awards to current and recent graduates:

Spiritual Leadership Award: The Spiritual Leadership Award is issued to a student who is recognized as a leader in Youth Ministry and understands the importance of having a Biblical worldview. This student exemplifies all major criteria as well as demonstrating significant spiritual growth over their time in the youth ministry. This student also has a commitment to helping others understand Biblical truths and foundations through various group activities, events, and ministry opportunities. Must have participated in youth ministry for 3 years.

Academic Award: The Academic Award goes to a student who possess outstanding academic achievement. Points will be awarded based on Essay, Academic Transcript, and participation in Youth Ministry. Must have participated in youth ministry for 6 months.

Impact Award: The Impact Award in Honor of Al Wilson who was a man of God, loved the Lord and his family. Al Wilson was committed to building relationships and pouring into many young men. The Impact Award goes to the senior who demonstrates strong character, a commitment to building relationships, leading others to Christ, and has a servant’s heart. Must have participated in youth ministry for 2 years.

Servant Leader Award: The Servant Leader Award is issued to the senior who is dedicated themselves to serving not only within NDCBF community, but also their school, and other community organizations. Must have participated in youth ministry for 1 year.

Book Scholarship: The book scholarships are given to students who exhibit academic excellence. Points are awarded based on Essay, GPA, Academic Transcript, and participation in youth ministry. Must have participated in youth ministry for 6 months.

Post High School Scholarship: Graduated recently? Currently in college but never received an NDCBF scholarship?

We can't wait to celebrate you! Don't hesitate to reach out to us at youth@ndcbf.org if you have any questions.

Our student ministries are EXCITED to present March Gladness 2024, which will take place on Saturday, March 23rd from 9am-2:30pm! In preparation for the Shift Summer Camp, this event is designed to unite the local NDCBF communities along with outside communities for fun fellowship through great food, basketball, and games. Our vision is for all proceeds from March Gladness 2024 to help make our Shift Summer Camp more affordable for NDCBF families.

Explore (click) the options below to help us make this happen, whether you would like to donate your time or resources. Either way, we would love for you to join in on the excitement! There will be games, good food and more!

The concession stand tickets are good all year for purchases at the Student Ministry Concession Stand!

Everything will take place in the church parking lot, in front of the building. Together, we can do this!

Goals

1. Serve Jesus Christ in all that we do in accordance to His word that will bring glory and honor to Him. Colossians 3: 23-24 2.
2. Provide a medium for coaches to exemplify leadership, mentorship and athletic training for children and youth rooted in the principles of our Christian faith. 2 Timothy 2:15
3. Provide a medium for children and youth receive and exemplify spiritual leadership, quality athletic training & development, sportsmanship & teamwork skills, and healthy competition rooted in the principles of our Christian faith. 1 Timothy 4:12

 
Vision
North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship's Eternal Impact Sports Ministry provides a forum for children and youth to utilize their athletic gifts and talents to impact the world for Jesus Christ.

Mission
Eternal Impact Sports Ministry provides a medium for coaches and athletes to unite their shared interest in athletics with their shared commitment to their faith and serving Jesus Christ as our Savior and Provider of these gifts and talents.

COACH
Joe Bradshaw
impactrack@ndcbf.org

The world is moving fast and being fueled by the spirit of this age that places all focus on the "here and now", secular and human advances, and the redefining of gender and sexuality. God ordained this generation to be the set-apart people He wants to use as a shining light of truth and eternal hope in Jesus Christ. The question is, who's willing to answer the call and accept the challenge? It won't be easy, but the Lord has promised to be with all those who call on His name! Everything the follower of Christ is called to do conflicts with cultural norms. Our student believers must be bold enough to make hard unpopular decisions. To truly see the Kingdom of God lived out in their generation, the young believers will need to prioritize a biblical worldview in a society plagued by deception and toxic cultures.

This summer our students are heading to summer camp to experience SHIFT at Sky Ranch Cave Springs in Oklahoma, one of the premiere names for summer camps in our region for church groups. Click below to see what the retreat has to offer!

Our goal is to have our students SHIFT from a cultural worldview to a biblical worldview in every area of their life. During the camp they will be immersed in lessons, worship and small groups that will allow for them to see a clear contrast in what the world defines them as and how to live their lives, to how God does from Scripture with the foundation on Christ. We plan on bringing in our own worship team, speakers, and adult servant leaders.

We are very excited to introduce a parent component to this camp where we are inviting parents to commit to being trained in how to disciple students by engaging them in discussion on relevant topics with a biblical worldview. They will learn to listen, ask questions and answer from a biblical worldview. This aligns with the mission and vision of our church to see our families and their homes built on biblical discipleship.

In preparation for the Shift Summer Camp, March Gladness was a fun event designed to unite the local NDCBF communities along with outside communities for fun fellowship through great food, basketball, and games. Our vision is for all proceeds from March Gladness to help make our Shift Summer Camp more affordable for NDCBF families.

The Shift Summer Camp seeks to train, equip, and challenge this generation of young believers to shift their worldview from secular to biblical by perceiving life through the lens of Scripture.

Parental discipleship component:

We are very excited to introduce a parent component to this camp where we are inviting parents to commit to being trained in how to disciple students by engaging them in discussion on relevant topics with a biblical worldview. They will learn to listen, ask questions and answer from a biblical worldview. This aligns with the mission and vision of our church to see our families and their homes built on biblical discipleship.

Volunteer to Serve at SHIFT Summer Camp!

Options to Serve: (Choose One)

Small Group/Activity Leader: Lead & pour into a small group of students during campCamp Assistant: Assist in whatever is needed to make camp a successTeacher: Lead one of the main teaching sessions to help our students SHIFT to a Biblical World-View

A Background Check is required on all Student Ministry (Children/Youth) Volunteers.