Welcome to Ridgecrest Students! We exist to help students thrive in their faith by creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere where they can come and build relationships with other students, as well as leaders who seek to point them to Jesus.
Our week at a glance
Sunday Mornings
9:30 am in the loft
Our connect group eats waffles together each Sunday as we walk through scripture together conversationally as a group.
Wednesday Nights
6:30pm in the loft
We have a lot of fun at our Wednesday night service, including eating popcorn and weekly games. We also worship together, teach through the Bible, and have small groups where students can dive deeper with their peers.
Events + Activities
Stay tuned for updates!
Summer camp, Meta, bonfires, guys/girls nights, and summer hangouts are just a few of the events that we host every year as a way for students to connect to one another, be challenged in their faith, and intentionally serve others.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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UPCOMING EVENTS 〰️
Parent Night
March 18th | 6:30 PM | Room 201
This night is for you, parents!
We’ll spend time:
Sharing stories of how God is working in our students
Celebrating what He’s doing in the Loft
Giving tools for at-home discipleship
Recapping what a typical Wednesday night looks like after you drop off your student
Looking at some of 2025’s biggest cultural moments and how they’re shaping students
I’d love for you to join us for the night.
Small Group Night – March 25th
This is a special night just for small groups to build community and spend intentional time together. Each group will be doing their own thing (still here at the church), and every group’s night will be built specifically for them.
Your student won’t want to miss it!
Spring Break – No Youth (April 1st)
We won’t be meeting on April 1 due to spring break. Enjoy some family time, friend time, or even something with your student’s small group outside of Wednesdays as we head toward Easter.
Serve Weekend at Merriwood Christian Camp
When: April 17-19th
Cost: $20
Why/What Serve Wknd is all about:
Partner with Merriwood Christian Camp to help get the campus ready for summer, including wherever we’re needed.
Your work directly supports their ministry, creating space for the gospel to be shared with hundreds of campers over the summer.
Serve wherever needed with a positive attitude—your flexibility makes a big impact.
Weekend Highlights:
Work hard on meaningful projects, then play hard with camp activities, games, and campfires
Build community with the group, and serve with another youth group (Bedrock Youth from Roanoke, VA)
Experience a full weekend of service, fun, and lasting memories
Summer Camp 2026 – Whisper Mountain
July 27–31st
$425 ($375 Early Bird until April 26) | $100 Deposit
Why Come to Camp?
Whisper Mountain is a week for students to escape the noise and encounter the whisper of God. They’ll step away from daily distractions, grow in faith, and build lasting friendships.
Fun & Activities Include:
Field games, bazooka ball, hatchet throwing, archery, carpet ball
Campfires and lake days at Lake Santeetlah (boating, swimming, and more). Did we mention it’s been voted the nation’s most beautiful lake?
High ropes, low ropes/team challenges, zip line racing
Rec games, amazing camp food, and more
Spiritual Growth: Worship, teaching, prayer, and personal quiet time - all designed to help students connect with God in a meaningful way.
Spots are limited - register early to secure your student’s spot!