Students

Students

Real Faith! Real Friendships!

Student Ministry at Crossroads serves middle school and high school students and their families. Programs and events are designed around deepening friendships, building community, setting aside time for play and rest, and growing in God’s love for each of us and every person we come in contact and connect with.

If you are an adult interested in volunteering to help in our Student Ministry, please fill out our “Volunteer Intro to Student Ministry” form  here.

Student Groups

Breakfast Club

Sunday mornings at 11:00 AM, come enjoy breakfast treats, laughter, and real conversations. Together we’ll dig into what it means to know God’s love and share it with others in everyday life.

If you’re at the 9:00 AM service, you can worship with us – or jump in to serve with First Impressions or KidVenture (after training with leaders).

High School

Sunday nights = High School hangout! From 6:30–8:00 PM, come chill, laugh, and connect with friends in a space that’s made for you. Bring your crew (or just yourself) and let’s kick off the week together!

Middle School

Middle School can be a lot – but you don’t have to do it alone. Every Sunday from 5:00-6:30 PM, come hang out, make friends, and grow in a place where you can just be yourself. We’d love to see you there!

Milestones: Heading into Middle School & High School

Confirmation

Confirmation is a passage that guides high school students to personally own their faith and live in the way of Jesus in their everyday lives. It’s a chance to say, “This is my faith.” It provides resources to deepen their love for God, others, and self through questions, service, and the ongoing support found in the family and in a Christian community. This passage is a part of the student’s sacred journey and invites the student to participate fully, question intentionally, and mindfully reflect on the decision to be confirmed or not, with the full support and love of their family and Crossroads family.

How long is Confirmation?
January – March

When do we meet?
Confirmation classes meet once a week, with students choosing either a Wednesday or Sunday session.

Who is it for?
Student in Grade 9 and above.

What happens at the end?
Students publicly confirm their faith in front of the church on “Confirmation Sunday”.

Dates to Note:

  • Confirmation Retreat: A two-day retreat that launches the program, introduces mentors, and gives students the opportunity to get to know one another while learning what to expect throughout the confirmation process.
  • Confirmation Dinner: A rehearsal dinner held the evening before Confirmation Sunday to prepare for the service and to celebrate this important milestone with parents, students, and mentors.
  • Confirmation Sunday: The culmination of the confirmation journey, when students affirm their faith before the congregation alongside their mentors and families. Students and families may choose to participate in either the 9:00 or 11:00 a.m. service.

Crossover

Moving from Elementary School to Middle School is an important transition time for students, families, and their communities. We want top welcome students who move from Elementary to Middle School, and celebrate this great milestone. This is a time for families to recognize their child’s growing independence and offer a blessing of support and encouragement. We celebrate how each child has been formed and continues to be shaped by their own innate gifts and unique story.

Upcoming Student Events

  • Student Ministry Breakfast Club

    Student Ministry Breakfast Club
    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    During the school year, this is a relaxing time for breakfast treats, laughter, and connection on Sunday mornings at 11am. Teachings and discussions support students as they grow in understanding […]

  • Confirmation Class

    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    This class is for registered Confirmation students and their mentors and will focus on exploring the Holy Trinity.

  • Middle School Hangout

    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    Middle School can be a lot – but you don’t have to do it alone. Every Sunday from 5:00-6:30 PM, come hang out, make friends, and grow in a place where […]

  • High School Hangout

    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    Sunday nights = High School hangout! From 6:30–8:00 PM, come chill, laugh, and connect with friends in a space that’s made for you. Bring your crew (or just yourself) and let’s […]

  • Confirmation Class

    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    This class is for registered Confirmation students and their mentors and will focus on exploring Jesus: God with Us.

  • Student Ministry Breakfast Club

    Student Ministry Breakfast Club
    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    During the school year, this is a relaxing time for breakfast treats, laughter, and connection on Sunday mornings at 11am. Teachings and discussions support students as they grow in understanding […]

  • Confirmation Class

    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    This class is for registered Confirmation students and their mentors and will focus on exploring Jesus: God with Us.

  • Middle School Hangout

    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    Middle School can be a lot – but you don’t have to do it alone. Every Sunday from 5:00-6:30 PM, come hang out, make friends, and grow in a place where […]

  • High School Hangout

    Crossroads UMC 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn, VA

    Sunday nights = High School hangout! From 6:30–8:00 PM, come chill, laugh, and connect with friends in a space that’s made for you. Bring your crew (or just yourself) and let’s […]