Grades 7-8
Purpose and Mission
Kingsway’s 7th- through 8th-grade ministry engages students and their families through meaningful relationships and dynamic experiences that cultivate passionate followers of Jesus.
Programs
You can find out more about Junior High Life and Thrive by heading to the events tab below.
Junior High Life
Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in room E111-A&B.
Thrive
Sundays from 5:45-8 p.m. during the school year.
Summer In the Son 2013Our amazing annual trip to Summer in the Son for all incoming 7th-8th graders will be July 7-12, 2013. Keep reading for all registration and cost details!
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Worship AuditionsWorship Auditions are for motion leaders, singers and players who lead in kids, students and adult venues. They will take place in the Chapel. Auditions are by appointment ONLY. Applications will be available online soon.
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Thrive Transition EventStudents entering grades 7 and 8 this August, you're invited to experience a Shaving Cream Extravaganza at Kingsway on Sunday, June 2, from 4:30-6 p.m.
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Teen Missions MeetingsJoin us on June 2, 16, and 30, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in E108, for mandatory team meetings.
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Welcome NicWe are excited to announce that we have a new addition to the Students team! Nic Mayberry has joined our staff as an intern for the coming year.
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Final Thrive and EngageThis Sunday, come experience our final official Thrive and Engage for the school year. You won't want to miss!
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Parent OrientationOur next Parent Orientation to the Student Ministry will be on Sunday, May 19 for parents of incoming 7th and 8th graders. RSVP today to reserve your spot!
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Welcome TracyThe Student team is excited - and grateful! - to announce that Tracy VanTryon has agreed to help us out on a part-time basis through the transition between Sarah Kenworthy and our next administrative assistant.
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ThriveThrive meets every Sunday evening, during the school year, from 5:45-8 p.m. in the Recreation Center. The evening consists of hanging out with friends, eating at the Thrive Cafe, playng in the incredible game room, learning ...
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Junior High LifeJunior High Life meets from 9:15 -10:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings in E1111-A&B. This time of interactive Bible study is geared for students who want to learn more about God's Word. Whether or not you've committed your life to Jesus ...
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Events/News
Mark joined the Kingsway staff in 2000. He leads our ministry to students, grades 5-12.
Born: June 23, 1974
Home town: Gallipolis, Ohio
Family: Married to Shelley and dad to Hope, Sophia and Cadee
Favorite Bible verse: Philippians 2:5-11; Jeremiah 29:11; Matthew 16:24-25
Alma Mater: Kentucky Christian University and Emmanuel Seminary
Favorite musicians: David Crowder, Hillsong United
Favorite movies/TV shows: Anything from National Geographic that highlights the beauty and complexity of God's creation, A Time to Kill, Shawshank Redemption, Batman Begins, AFV, and TV Bloopers.
Worst habit: Forgetfulness.
Confession: When I was a little boy, I used to take my neighbor's cat and throw him as high as I could to see if it was true that cats always landed on their feet. I'm sorry, Fluffy.
Favorite food: Pizza, really cheesy with lots of pepperoni! (I'm a youth pastor. What would you expect?)
Favorite memory: The day at Junior High Camp that I truly surrendered my life to Jesus. My wedding day. The birth of each of my three daughters. When I heard my name called as a contestant on The Price Is Right gameshow.
My hero(es): Jesus. PV and Molly John and all of the pastors and workers at Care India. Their sacrificial life and lifestyle is humbling.
My greatest love: My family. Youth Ministry. Chocolate chip cookies. Ohio State Football. Cream Soda. Standing on high places and looking out at beautiful scenery
If I could have any super power I'd ... fly!
If I could travel back in time I'd ... want to see exactly how God created everything. I want to see the Red Sea part for Moses and the Hebrew people. I would want to follow Jesus and hear him teach. And I'd like to see the birth of the church.
I'd rather be ... with my family, climbing a mountain or strolling the streets of Disney.Mark Notter 317.272.3403
Students Team Leader | Grades 5-12
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Kevin joined Kingsway's staff in 2012. As a part of the Students team, Kevin works primarily with students in grades 7-8.
Born: October 11, 1978
Home town: Munster, Indiana
Family: Married to Heather and dad to Reagan and Ollie
Favorite Bible verse: Philippians 4; Romans 5:8; 1 Timothy 6:19; Philippians 1:6
Alma Mater: Lincoln Christian College (undergrad) and Cincinnati Christian University (grad)
Favorite musicians: Dave Matthews, Jack Johnson, Andrew Peterson, Hillsong United
Favorite movies/TV shows: Three Amigos, Hoosiers, Braveheart, House, Psych, and about any show on the Discovery Channel
Worst habit: I am a Cubs fan which culminates in my doing a lot of things I wish I did not do.
Confession: I am ornithophobic (afraid of birds).
Favorite food: Pizza is the world's perfect food.
Favorite memory: Disney World with Heather, walking trails with boys, trip to New York City.
My hero(es): Bear Grylls
My greatest love: Heather and the boys.
If I could have any super power I'd ... shoot spider webs out of my wrists and swing from the buildings in Manhattan with the greatest of ease!
If I could travel back in time I'd ... see Jesus feed the 5,000 with five loaves of bread and two fish. (How cool would that have been?)
I'd rather be ... on the beach, wrestling with the boys or reading.
My bucket list: (1) See a Cubs World Series game. (2) Go to Hawaii. (3) Travel to Europe.Kevin Tomeo 317.272.3403
Students Resident | Grades 7-8
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