“My best friend and I have been in a small group
for three years. You know - we’re not partying,
we’re trying to be nice to new kids, not gossip,
and have good boundaries with our boyfriends. It’s
like the ‘church environment’ has gotten to us way
more than we realized.”
– Mariners High School Ministry Student
– Mariners High School Ministry Student
“I was alone – I didn’t know anyone.” Jackie didn’t
attend the student weekend programs, but did show
up to join a small group last year. She wasn’t sure
she’d fit in with a group of girls who’d known each
other for years. But the girls embraced her, making
her feel loved and accepted. Jackie began to open
up. The group continued to invite her to the
weekend program, and finally, after months in her
small group, Jackie agreed to go. Sensing the
group’s concern about her feeling afraid, she
confidently said, “Don’t worry, I’m not nervous.
Now, people know me.”
Today, Jackie is a High School ministry leader, helping other students connect at Mariners.
Today, Jackie is a High School ministry leader, helping other students connect at Mariners.
