The Middle School Ministry at Calvary Chapel The Rock in Santa Rosa, California serves students from throughout Sonoma County in grades 6th-8th every Friday night, including Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Cloverdale, Cotati, and Sebastopol. Students hear a Bible teaching, along with worship, discipleship, friendships, and many youth group games and activities.
GRADES 6–8 STUDENT MINISTRY
Middle School Ministry at Calvary Chapel The Rock
Middle School Ministry at Calvary Chapel The Rock in Santa Rosa is focused on providing guidance and discipleship for 6th-8th grade students. As they begin to encounter real-life challenges, struggles, and questions, we help them grow strong in their faith early on with a foundation of biblical truth they can stand on as they enter their teen years. Students will find a place where they can belong, learn the Bible, ask honest questions, and build Christ-centered friendships that last, whether they already attend The Rock or are visiting from surrounding Sonoma County communities.
What We Are All About
Middle School Ministry exists to help 6th–8th grade students:
- Know Jesus through verse-by-verse Bible teaching that is relevant and easy to understand
- Grow in their understanding of the Gospel and what it means to follow Christ
- Build healthy, strong friendships rooted in biblical values and have fun together
- Get involved in service and outreach opportunities in Santa Rosa and throughout Sonoma County
The early teen years can feel confusing and overwhelming. With Christ-focused discipleship and caring leaders, students can move from feeling unsure and alone to becoming confident in who they are in Jesus and how to live out their faith at school, at home, and with friends.
What Students Experience
(Friday Nights)
At a typical Friday night Middle School Ministry gathering at Calvary Chapel The Rock in Santa Rosa, California, students can expect:
- Time to hang out and connect with friends and leaders
- Games and activities that help them relax and have fun
- A meal together
- Worship
- Verse-by-verse Bible teaching that speaks to real middle school life
- Small-group discussion where they can ask questions, process what they heard, and pray
- Prayer and personal encouragement from leaders who care
- Another time for games and hangout before pick up
Throughout the year, lessons focus on helping students understand God’s Word, apply it in everyday situations, and develop habits that will strengthen their faith for years to come.
Camps, Retreats, and Special Events
Middle school students have opportunities to:
- Attend church camps and Bible retreats
- Participate in youth events with their peers
- Join special events and service projects in Santa Rosa and across Sonoma County
These experiences help students grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus, build lifelong friendships with others who share the same faith and values, and receive support and encouragement during one of the most formative seasons of life. Service opportunities also help students learn what it means to be a Christlike servant and to live out their faith within the Santa Rosa community.
Registration, Cost, and How to Get Connected
Weekly middle school gatherings are free. Some camps, retreats, or special events may have a fee, and scholarships are available whenever possible.
First-time students can simply show up for a Friday night gathering. A simple check-in process is completed when they arrive. For off-site events, retreats, or camps, parents fill out a short permission or medical release form.
Parents and students can stay up to date on meeting times, events, and sign-ups through the church app and the church website.
We look forward to partnering with you in your student’s discipleship journey through Middle School Ministry at Calvary Chapel The Rock in Santa Rosa, California.
See You at
Meeting Times
Every Sunday
10:30 AM
(Students are encouraged to attend Sunday services with their families as part of their discipleship pathway.)
Weekly Middle School Gatherings
Friday evenings
(Check the church app for current times, schedule changes, and special events.)
Details
What is Middle School Ministry?
Middle School Ministry at Calvary Chapel The Rock is a Christ-centered youth ministry for 6th-8th grade students. It is designed to help early teens know Jesus, understand the Bible, and learn how to follow Him in everyday life, surrounded by caring leaders and friends.
Ages
Middle School Ministry is for all students in 6th-8th grade, whether they attend The Rock or are visiting from the community.
Schedule
Middle school gatherings follow the general school-year calendar, with breaks around major holidays. Camps, retreats, and special events are scheduled throughout the year and posted in the church app.
Safety
All youth leaders are background-checked and trained to help provide a safe, welcoming environment for every student.
Students from any church
Students do not need to be part of The Rock to attend. We welcome students from Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Cloverdale, Cotati, Sebastopol, and other nearby communities.
Special needs and accommodations
We gladly work with families to support dietary, medical, or sensory needs. Parents can talk with a leader at check-in so we can help each student feel comfortable and cared for.
Location
915 Piner Rd, Suite G SANTA ROSA, Ca 95403
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