Youth & Families
A safe and fun community of peers and caring adults.
‘For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.’ – Psalm 139:13
Our work in youth ministry is to help families do what they do better than anyone else: instill a deep sense of Christian identity in their children, and equip them to be the Church in the world.
Christ Church youth grow in their faith together in a safe and fun community of peers and caring adults.
We offer a place where they can get to know a “great cloud of witnesses” — adults who delight in teenagers and want to share their faith with them.
If we can be of support to your family, please contact Savannah Jane Williams at any time.
Middle School
Building faith one story at a time
Middle School Sunday School
Sundays | 10 am
In St. Francis C
On Sunday mornings during the school year, middle school students gather for Bible study and donuts.
EYC (Episcopal Youth Community)
2nd & 4th Sundays | 6 – 7:30 pm
EYC invites middle school students to come together for Bible study, games, outreach, and community on 2nd and 4th Sunday evenings during the school year. Check the church calendar for details about our meeting plans, or contact Savannah Jane Williams for more information.
Coffee Office Hours
Every Other Tuesday | 3 - 5 pm
Amelie's (4321 Park Rd - behind Park Rd Shopping Center)
6th - 12th grade students are invited to meet up with Savannah Jane and Alice to say hi, grab a snack, and check in about life.
Family Faith Talks
Various Dates (Check the church calendar for more information)
All Saints' Hall
An opportunity for teenagers and their parents to come together for conversation and wondering on relevant topics of their faith while breaking bread together. Learn more and register here.
Confirmation
Confirmation is a process for 8th graders, who explore their faith in more depth and deepen their understanding of what it means to be a Christian and an Episcopalian.
Acolytes
6th – 12th grade students are invited to serve as acolytes for worship in the Church. Acolytes participate as crucifers, torches, and servers to assist during Eucharist.
“Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”
– 1 Timothy 4:12
High School
Building faith to serve
Bible Study
2nd & 4th Sundays | 10 am
M213
High school students gather on 2nd and 4th Sunday mornings for Bible study and discussion.
Youth Council
1st Sundays | 6 – 7:30 pm
St. Francis C
All high school students are invited to apply to serve on the Youth Council, an opportunity to support the Church community in a variety of ways while deepening relationships with God and each other. We build a close-knit community at our monthly meetings where we share a meal together, have meaningful conversations, and plan our next events.
Leadership roles may include serving on the Youth or Outreach Commission, hosting or assisting with events (such as the Fall Kickoff, Youth Sunday, Trunk or Treat, or Parish Day), helping organize outreach projects, and actively participating in prayer partners, Life Group, and more. If you have questions, please contact Alice deVries.
Life Group
Wednesdays | 7 pm
Home of Alice deVries
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to gather for conversation and mutual support. Details for Life Group are shared via GroupMe. If your high school student is not currently part of GroupMe, but wants to connect with us, please contact Alice deVries. We will need their name and phone number.
Family Faith Talks
Various Dates (Check the church calendar for more information)
All Saints' Hall
An opportunity for teenagers and their parents to come together for conversation and wondering on relevant topics of their faith while breaking bread together. Learn more and register here.
Coffee Office Hours
Every Other Tuesday | 3 - 5 pm
Amelie's (4321 Park Rd - behind Park Rd Shopping Center)
6th - 12th grade students are invited to meet up with Savannah Jane and Alice to say hi, grab a snack, and check in about life.
Acolytes
6th – 12th grade students are invited to serve as acolytes for worship in the Church. Acolytes participate as crucifers, torches, and servers to assist during Eucharist.
Teen Board for Children’s Sunday School
High school students are invited to serve on the Teen Board for our children’s Sunday School classes. Students commit to serve at least once a month. Students will be assigned to a class based on their preferred age group and the needs of the Children’s Ministry.
Youth Pilgrimage
College & Boarding School
Facing life’s challenges away from home can be hard. We hope you will find these resources helpful.
Parent Resources
We believe that faith practiced as a family provides a steadfast base for children and teens
We want to equip, empower, and engage families to be the church in the world. We do that by providing opportunities for families to come together to talk about their faith and help all members of the family find a place in their spiritual home.
Parenting with Love and Logic
This evidence-based program, taught by Wendy Petricoff, owner of Charlotte Parenting Solutions, offers practical tools and scripts to help build healthy parent/child relationships and lovingly guide children to become responsible, mostly-fun-to-be-around members of...
Table Talks Podcast
Table Talks is a great opportunity for families to dig into questions about faith together. In each episode, Lindsay Masi and Maggie Baker introduce a new topic or Bible story and pose relevant and thought-provoking questions. We invite families to listen and discuss...
Want to start the conversation about race with your children?
Begin by reading books written by African-American authors. Check out these links for suggestions: 20 Black Children’s Books by Black AuthorsThe Conscious Kid: Children’s Books to Support Conversations on Race, Racism, and ResistanceThis list from Black Children’s...
Adult Leaders
Opportunities abound to teach Sunday School, lead Bible studies, or assist with activities and trips. Here are some options:
- Serve on the Youth Commission
- Be an EYC leader
- Teach Sunday School with our 6th – 8th graders
- Work with high school Life Groups
- Be a Confirmation small group leader
- Lead High School Bible Study on 2nd & 4th Sundays
Safe Church Training
We require all adults who volunteer with our youth to attend Safe Church Training, to ensure that we keep the safest boundaries when working with them. To learn more or register for or renew your Safe Church Training (must be renewed every five years), please contact williamss@christchurchcharlotte.org.
Youth & Families Events
Youth & Families Ministry Staff
Genie Richards
Administrative Assistant for Youth & Young Adults richardsg@christchurchcharlotte.org
Genie Richards
Elizabeth Walker
Associate Rector for Young Adults & Families walkere@christchurchcharlotte.org
Elizabeth Walker
Originally from Norfolk, Elizabeth moved to Seattle after graduating from the University of Virginia. In the Pacific Northwest, Elizabeth was a middle school teacher, the Director of Christian Formation at Epiphany Parish, and an active co-op preschool parent and community member. Along with her husband Dave and their three children, she returned to the east coast in 2020 to attend The Virginia Theological Seminary. Christ Church is her first call to ordained ministry. Elizabeth's passion is relationships and pastoral care. She can be found sharing meals, on the soccer sidelines, and wherever she can traverse the highs and lows of life together with others.
Savannah Jane Williams
Director of Youth & Family Ministry williamss@christchurchcharlotte.org
Savannah Jane Williams
Alice deVries
Assistant Director of Youth Ministry – High School devriesa@christchurchcharlotte.org