I remember the first time I attended a youth group… in fact it was this one. I was shy and grew up in an extremely sheltered environment, needless to say it was a big step for me to go into a youth group with a bunch of people I didn’t know.

I say all that, because I want you to know that I get what it’s like to be new to youth group, and I will to do my best to be there for you, welcome you, and help you get connected.

In the end our ultimate goal is that every student would believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ and live all out for Him, and we know how important it is to have strong relationships with peers and mentors who are all about the same thing.

Here are a few links that you may find helpful!

A couple helpful tips to get connected in our youth group

1. Commit yourself to attending a service with us consistently for a month

2. Attend one of our events for your age group.

3. Introduce parents to meet our pastors (Josh & Darrell)

4. Engage in our small group discussions.

5. Prioritize seeking to build your relationship with God above all other motives for attending youth group, and God will work out the rest.

(A few other helpful things: Wednesday evening is a more intimate service, making it ideal for building relationships. Also, if you are able to attend a retreat with us, that is huge.)

Pastor Josh began attending Calvary Chapel East Anaheim in 2007, and began serving on staff in the Youth Ministry in 2010. He was ordained as the Youth Pastor in 2016. During this time, he met & married his wife Jasmin who served as a youth leader.