Seventh & Eighth Ministry Contacts
Rodney Velting
Associate Minister & Director, Seventh & Eighth Ministry
rvelting@calvarygr.org
Darcy Walukonis
Ministry Assistant, Students and Young Adults
dwalukonis@calvarygr.org
Ministry Focus
The heart of everything we do in 78 is relationships. We are passionate about providing students opportunities to build community with each other, with safe, trusted adults, and with God. None of us were created to live life alone. Life is messy and challenging at times, and we are committed to being a place where students are seen, known, loved, and cared for – as they are – by us and most importantly, by God.
If along this journey there is a specific need our team can meet for you and your family, please don’t hesitate to call or email us anytime. Whether it’s a time of prayer, a run for food and supplies, or financial support, we would be delighted to serve you and your family. We’re in this together! Contact us calvarystudents@calvarygr.org.
Sunday Morning
Are you looking for a space to dig even deeper into how God might be calling you to apply the lessons taught in the Sunday Morning Sermons? 7&8 Ministry is offering just that space. Join us in Room 109, during the 10:45 service, for a chance to connect with your peers, dig deeper into what God said through each week’s sermon, ask tough questions about how it pertains to your life as a middle schooler, and understand better how God might be calling you to apply it to your life.
Events
7&8: Wednesday Night Programming | 6:30pm-7:45pm
Join us in Room 208 each Wednesday Night where students will get an opportunity to connect with friends, spend time worshipping God through song and by diving into His Word, play a fun game, and get a chance to dig even deeper with their peers in adult-led small groups (broken up by grade and gender).
7&8 Sunday Morning Class | 10:30am-12:00pm
We are super excited to offer a space for Seventh & Eighth Grade Students on Sunday mornings!
Calvary Church believes that each student (above 4th grade) should be attending Calvary’s Sunday Morning Worship Service. Therefore, this class is not a replacement for, but in addition to, that service.
Students must attend the 9AM Service in order to be a part of this class. This class is for students only.
The point of this class is to discuss the Sunday morning sermon, offer space for students to ask tough questions, and attempt to draw practical applications for our lives as Middle School Students.
7&8: Family Bonfire Night | 7:00pm-9:00pm
Who doesn’t love a bonfire in the Fall? Join us as we head out to Rodney’s house for a bonfire complete with S’mores, drinks and yard games. This is a family event, so bring the whole family! We look forward to connecting with each of you around the campfire or over a fun game!
7&8: Tree Runners | 6:00pm-8:00pm
Get ready to conquer the skies at our 7&8: Tree Runners event, where you’ll swing, climb, and zip through the treetops like never before! Challenge yourself on a thrilling high ropes adventure that combines courage and fun in an unforgettable outdoor experience. Join us for an adrenaline-pumping evening where you’ll test your limits and make memories soaring among the trees!
7&8: Fall Retreat | 5:00pm-5:00pm
Join us as we head back to Pine Ridge Bible Camp for our annual Fall Retreat! We truly believe that Retreats are where students form great friendships or deepen ones already made. We believe it is on retreats where students are challenged to grow in their faith and take that next step in our relationship with Jesus. And we also believe that retreats are a place to just have a ton of fun! You will not want to miss it!!