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High School Ministry – SUMMER 2023

Summers with HSM

Our high school ministry digs deep into community during summer break, spending most Sundays and Tuesdays together. If you’re a high school student, (incoming freshmen, outgoing seniors, and everyone in between, we’re looking at you!) we’d love for you to be a part of our community as we enjoy incredible adventures, lots of laughs, and discover more about Jesus together.  

HSM Sunday Nights | Room 208 | 6 – 7 PM

This summer at HSM, you’ll find 208 set up to create a cozy, informal atmosphere perfect for living-room style conversations with friends. Each week, a different host with a heart for students will lead us in discussion, with a goal of discovering together how Jesus answers the host of worries, objections, passions, and hurts of your generation. You’ll also hear a short testimony from a fellow student about how Jesus has made a difference in his or her life.

Our hope is that, as you spend time with us at HSM, you’ll come to discover more about who Jesus is and the difference he can make in your life as well. 

Our “official” HSM service is from 6-7pm in 208, but we’d also like to invite you to come early for a grilled meal on the student patio (5:30pm-6:00pm) and then join us after HSM for Overtime Hangout from 7-9pm. You can read more about Overtime below.  

Dates for Summer HSM: June 11, 25 | July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | August 6, 13, 20 | August 27 – SPECIAL EVENT (Bonfire at the Kosters’!)

HSM Sunday Night OVERTIME | 7-9 PM

We hope you’ll join us for “Overtime” hangout each Sunday after HSM, where the goal is simply to have a blast building community through a variety of planned activities.  

OT is most often off site, with transportation provided for those who need a ride TO (but not back from) the hangout location. Pickup is 9pm at the location specified each week, unless otherwise communicated. Addresses are provided in the weekly email and at the beginning of HSM each week. 

Tuesdays with HSM

In addition to HSM on Sunday evenings, we spend time together every Tuesday! The best part is that we alternate between hangouts full of summer vibes and meaningful service projects with The Inner City Christian Federation (better known as ICCF Homes), which provides housing to families in need.   

Jun
13

HSM Tuesdays | Rockford Bike Ride & Dinner | 5:00pm-8:30pm

This is our first HSM Tuesday hangout for the summer of 2023! Meet us at the Wendy’s in Comstock Park at 5pm to bike to Rockford for dinner before biking back to the Wendy’s by 8:30pm. Bring $$ for dinner.

Jun
20

HSM Tuesdays | Serve with ICCF | 1:00pm-4:00pm

Jesus said “‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Come and be blessed with us as we give of our time to serve with the Inner City Christian Federation.

Jun
27

HSM Tuesdays | Whitecaps Game | 6:00pm-9:00pm

For this HSM Tuesday Hangout, we’re inviting the whole family to join us at the LMCU Ballpark to cheer the Whitecaps on as they face the Dayton Dragons. Our HSM staff will save space on the lawn, but your family is welcome to buy whatever tickets you prefer! No registration required, simply pay for your own tickets at the gate (or online) & email Josh at jkarhan@calvarygr.org to give him a rough idea of how many to expect. Both drop off and pick up are at LMCU Ballpark. Game begins at 6:30pm, end time estimated for 9/9:30pm.

Jul
11

HSM Tuesdays | Kayak at Millennium Park | 2:30pm-4:30pm

It’s time to dip our oars in the water at Millennium Park, whether you race or relax, this Tuesday Hang with HSM is sure to be a splash!

Jul
18

HSM Tuesdays | Serve with ICCF | 9:00am-1:15pm

Jesus said “‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Come and be blessed with us as we give of our time to serve with the Inner City Christian Federation.

Jul
25

HSM Tuesdays | East Grand Rapids Hike & Jersey Junction | 1:30pm-4:00pm

Join us in East Grand Rapids for an invigorating hike around Reed’s Lake and then cool off with delicious old-fashioned ice cream at Jersey Junction! Drop off is at 1:30pm at John Collins Park, Pickup at 4pm at the same. Bring your own $$ for ice cream!

Aug
01

HSM Tuesdays | Explore Grand Haven | 8:30am-12:50pm

Summer rays, crashing waves, sand between your toes, quaint shops, and Pronto Pups.
It’s time to explore Grand Haven together.

Aug
08

HSM Tuesdays | Serve with ICCF | 1:00pm-4:00pm

Jesus said “‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Come and be blessed with us as we give of our time to serve with the Inner City Christian Federation.

Aug
15

HSM Tuesdays | Michigan’s Adventure | 9:30am-8:00pm

A day FULL OF ADVENTURE with HSM at Michigan’s Adventure and WildWater Adventure, where you will you find over 60 rides, slides and attractions, including seven roller coasters. 

High School Ministry Contacts

Josh Karhan

Josh Karhan
Minister & Director,
High School Ministry

jkarhan@calvarygr.org

Abby Nuenke
Facilitator, High School Ministry
anuenke@calvarygr.org

Brooke Hensler
Ministry Assistant, Calvary Kids,
Students & Young Adult Ministries