Oak Ridge Presbyterian has a vibrant youth ministry for 6th through 12th grade that seeks to foster fellowship and discipleship among our young people. We are a community where youth can encounter Christ and grow in their faith, accompanied by a community that accepts them for who they are. Any youth – sixth to twelfth grade – is welcome to join us for weekly youth groups during the school year, overnight retreats during the summer, and special events throughout the summer. 

Youth Group 

Youth group meets weekly in the evenings during the year. Food is an integral part of our ministry, so dinner is served (free of charge) every week at 6pm amongst middle schoolers, high schoolers, and the adult youth advisors to foster community. Depending on the week of the month, youth will engage in community building, community service, and faith formation. The theme this year is “Dinner with Jesus,” exploring stories of the meals Jesus shared from the Gospel of Luke. 

Special Events & Weekend Retreats 

• Jan. 26  —All in One Night ! Kirk Club, middle school, and high school will separately rotate through stations as we gather for dinner, games, crafts, faith-formation, and more… All in one night! This All-in-One Night will center around mental health and wellness.

• Feb. 9 (11am-1pm) — SOUPer Bowl of Caring mission fundraiser (join us at youth group on 1/26 to paint the soup bowls that will be auctioned!) 

• Mar. 16 (5-7pm) — Chili Cook Off youth fundraiser. 

• Apr. 27 (10am) — Youth Sunday! (Rehearsal on 4/26 at 10am) 

*Confirmation happens every-other-year at ORPC with 8th & 9th graders. The next cycle will run from Fall ‘25 to Spring ‘26. An information meeting will be held on Sunday, May 18th, 2025 at 9am for interested families