Our programs are uniquely geared toward the interests and attention spans of our junior high students. Through our ministry, junior highers get to experience and explore God’s love for them in interactive and enjoyable activities. We are committed to making the church experience a good one!
At NXT JHI, our aim is to help students connect with other students, with an adult leader and with God. We’re here to invite you to take steps towards spiritual growth. Wherever you are on your journey of faith, we want to help you know God better.
Check it out! Throughout the year, we have many fun events that are specifically designed for junior highers. NXT JHI meets for Grade Groups on Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and also on Sundays at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
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NXT JHI Super 8 Sunday
- Sunday, Jun. 3, 1:00 pm
This special event is for all students entering 8th grade this fall! We want to hang out with the soon to be 8th graders! Join us on Sunday, June 3 (1:00-4:00pm) at the church. We'll grill out, have games, activities & more! Cost is $10. Drop off/pick up in JHI room 550.
*Note that registration WILL be open the day of the event, but you must register in person in JHI room 550 on that day.
NXT Freshmen Frenzy
- Sunday, Jun. 10, 1:00 pm
All INCOMING FRESHMEN are invited to join NXT High School for an afternoon of fun here at the church! Come prepared to play lots of fun games inside & outside, eat, hang out with staff and leaders of NXT High School & have a blast! This event is free - all you need to do is turn in a permission slip!
NXT JHI Delta Chi
- Monday, Jun. 11, 9:00 am – Jun. 15, 9:00 pm
June 11-15 all students entering 7th & 8th grade are encouraged to join us for a week packed full of fun activities this summer! We'll go to Magic Waters, Brunswick Zone, Splash Country Waterpark, learn from God's Word, have small group activities, team competitions and more! You will grow with God, make new friends and have fun! Once again, Delta Chi will wrap up Friday evening with a closing rally! Cost is $140 through May 23rd, $150 after May 23rd. Registration closes on June 6.
Delta Chi 2012 Off Campus Schedule:
Monday June 11 - Blackwell Forest Preserve (dress for outdoors)
Tuesday June 12 - Feed My Starving Children & Splash Country Waterpark (bring closed toed shoes, swimming suit & towel)
Wednesday June 13 - Feed My Starving Children & Brunswick Zone (bring closed toed shoes)
Thursday June 14 - Magic Waters (bring swimming suit & towel)
Friday June 15 - on campus all day (at Calvary)
Delta Chi Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (9:00am - 6:00pm) Wednesday, Friday (9:00am - 9:00pm)
NXT JHI Rush Week
- Tuesday, Jun. 26, 9:00 am – Jun. 28, 6:00 pm
Rush Week is for all students entering 6th grade in fall 2012! Rush Week is a three day camp to help students grow in God, make new friends & meet the team of NXT JHI! We'll have team competitions, exciting worship, teachings, trip to the waterpark, bowling & more! Cost is $90 by June 6, $100 after June 6. Registration closes on June 20. Check out the schedule below:
Rush Week Schedule:
Tuesday & Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00pm (lunch included)
Wednesday: 9:00am - 8:30pm (stay for Wed night service, lunch & dinner included)
Off Campus Schedule: Tuesday, Splash Country Water Park. Wednesday, Feed My Starving Children & Brunswick Zone. Thursday, Blackwell Forest Preserve.
Things to Bring: Bible & pen, Journal, appropriate clothes for each day
NXT JHI District Summer Camp
- Monday, Jul. 9
We'll join with youth from other Illinois churches (July 9-13) in Carlinville, IL for a week of team competitions, time in God's Word and guest speakers. For a registration & info packet, click here or grab one in JHI room 550. Registrations due by Wednesday June 27. Cost is $260. To check out more information on this camp, visit their website here.
NXT Sunday morning
9 & 11 a.m.
Jr. High Room 550
This service is uniquely geared toward the interests and attention spans of our students. Junior highers get to experience and explore God’s love for them in an interactive and enjoyable church service. We are committed to making the church experience a good one!
Grade Groups
Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Jr. High Room 550
Grade Groups are a great place for students to ask questions, discuss their faith and make friends. These gender-specific small groups connect each student with a caring adult leader.
If you are a junior higher wanting to become involved in Grade Groups, this is what we ask you to commit to:
Prepare to Participate
Interaction is a key to a good small group. Talking too little will make it hard for others to get to know you. Everyone has something to contribute—yes, even you! But participation doesn't mean domination, so be careful not to monopolize the conversation! Most groups typically have one conversation hog, and if you don't know who it is in your small group, then it might be you. Here's a tip: You don't have to answer every question and comment on every point. Try to find a balance between the two extremes.
Be Consistent
A healthy Grade Group takes time to grow. Quality time is great, but a great quantity of time is probably better. Commit to your group to show up every week, even if you don't feel like it. When you make it a high priority to commit to your small group, then you're sure to build meaningful friendships. Whatever it takes, BE THERE!
Practice Honesty and Confidentiality
Strong friendships are only as solid as the trust that they are built upon. Although it may be difficult, take a risk and be honest with your answers. God wants you to be known by others! Then respect the risks that others are taking and offer them the same love, grace, and forgiveness God does. Make confidentiality a non-negotiable value for your small group. Nothing kills community like gossip.
Arrive Ready to Grow
You can always arrive prepared by praying ahead of time. Ask God to give you the courage to be honest and the discipline to respect others. If you aren't interested in growing spiritually, then maybe Grade Groups aren't for you. You can try another NXTJHI activity.
