Youth Ministry

About Our Youth Ministry

LGBC Youth Minister - Andy Walters

Andy and Kristy Walters –  Student Minister

The youth ministry of Lynn Garden Baptist Church exists to partner with parents in teaching and showing students how to live a godly life. We accomplish this by coming together weekly to study God’s Word, traveling to various events, providing outreach activities at the church, and engaging the students themselves in service. 

Being part of a good youth group is one of the most satisfying and enjoyable things for a young person to do! And it all happens within a safe and positive environment where students can benefit from peer and mentor relationships, biblical teaching, and people who genuinely care about their lives. What better place for teens to spend their time?

What are our goals in ministry?

  • To Be faithful to The Lord Jesus Christ and His Leading in all Areas of Student Ministry.
  • To Introduce Students to the Saving Grace of Jesus Christ
  • To Disciple Students in Their Walk and Relationship with Christ
  • To Provide a Safe Space for Students to Be Vulnerable and Ask Questions
  • To Fellowship Together as a Christ-Centered Community of Believers
 

 

Youth at Strength to Stand in Pigeon Forge – January 16-19, 2026

Some of Our Youth Leaders at Strength to Stand in Pigeon Forge – January 16-19, 2026

Text Messaging System

We are using Gloo as our text messaging system for announcements, daily Bible verses, etc.! Please make sure you are receiving text messages, and let Andy know if you need to be added!

Current Meeting Plan

Sunday Mornings

  • 9:45 – Sunday School in The Bible Study Room on The 3rd Floor
  • 11:00 – Morning Worship in The Sanctuary

Sunday Evenings

  • 5:15 – Dinner in Fellowship Hall
  • 6:00 – Bible Study in The Bible Study Room on The 3rd Floor

Wednesday Evenings

  • 5:30 – J.A.M. on Second Floor of Education Building (J.A.M. Room)

2025 FUGE @ Milligan

Camp Bays Mountain — August 2025

Student Worship / Rootz

 
ROOTZ is the ministry to middle and high school students at Lynn Garden Baptist Church. We have worship, games, a brief message, small groups, and of course FOOD! Please plan to join us for Rootz each Sunday.

The Mission of ROOTZ is to “Grow God’s Garden Together” to:

  • Glorify God through Worship of Jesus Christ
  • Grow in a Personal Relationship with Jesus Christ
  • Give of Time and Resources to the Service of Jesus Christ
  • Go to the Nations to Proclaim the Message of Jesus Christ

Upcoming Events

9-Month Mission Trip – February

Here’s our focus for FEBRUARY 2026:

  • Prayer: Pray that people would feel and experience God’s love in a big way, especially if they don’t know Jesus as their Savior!
  • Care: Remind those around you that Jesus loves them BIG!
  • Share: Give a card to remind people that Jesus loves them!

Student Sunday – February 8, 2026

“Souper” Bowl Sunday – February 8, 2026

Kingdom Weekend 2026

Kingdom Weekend is Friday, February 20th and Saturday, February 21st. We will be worshipping with 9 other youth groups from the Kingsport area!

LET ANDY KNOW ASAP IF YOU HAVE NOT SIGNED UP AND PLAN TO GO!

Here is the schedule for Kingdom Weekend:

  • Friday, February 20th
    • 5:30 p.m. – Meet at Lynn Garden Baptist
    • 6:15 p.m. – Friday Night Session at First Baptist Kingsport
    • 10:00 p.m. – Return to Lynn Garden Baptist
  • Saturday, February 21st
    • 7:00 a.m. – Meet at Lynn Garden Baptist + Breakfast
    • 8:30 a.m. – Saturday Morning Session at First Baptist Kingsport
    • 10:15 a.m. – Breakout Sessions
    • 11:00 a.m. – Lunch
    • 12:00 p.m. – Service Project in Community + Snack + Chill Time @ Lynn Garden Baptist
    • 5:30 p.m. – Dinner at First Baptist Kingsport
    • 7:00 p.m. – Saturday Night Session
    • 10:00 p.m. – Return to Lynn Garden Baptist

We will be fundraising to cover the cost of Kingdom Weekend, but any donations by parents or youth to help cover the cost are VERY appreciated!

Operation Andrew

The apostle Andrew is leading someone to Jesus each time he is mentioned in scripture.

Will YOU lead someone to Jesus by inviting them to church on Sunday, March 1st?

Gather in the Dome

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Dobyns-Bennett is sponsoring a community worship night – “GATHER IN THE DOME” – on Wednesday, April 15th at 6:00!

  • No J.A.M. on Wednesday, April 15th
  • Middle School, High School, and Young Adults – Meet at church at 4:30.
  • We will grab fast food before Gather in the Dome.
  • Return to church at 8:00.

Speak Life 2026

Speak Life 2026 is on Wednesday, April 29th at Preaching Christ Church in Kingsport! This is an awesome night of worship with youth from the Kingsport area!

We will leave J.A.M. after dinner and return to church at 8:45!

FUGE 2026

Dates: June 28th – July 2nd

Location: Ridgecrest, NC

Strength to Stand 2027

January 15th – January 18th, 2027

Current Bible Studies

ROOTZ Sunday School
  • Bible Studies for Life

J.A.M. – Wednesday Nights

  • Middle and High School – “Love Thy Neighbor”
  • High School – The Gospel Project
  • Young Adults – “Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table”

Sunday Nights

  • The “Why” Series

Student-Led Worship Services

Our youth sometimes lead the worship services and they do a great job!  On Youth Sunday the youth lead the worship service, so the old way of doing things is gone and the new way has begun. The music is new and there is a different energy in the room. Come and watch how our Youth worship our Lord! 

Youth Leading Worship Service