Youth Group Gatherings
Sundays 5-7pm (Winter/Spring) – private location
Sundays 6-8pm (Summer/Fall) – private location
Sundays 6-8pm (Summer/Fall) – private location



Our Mission
Jesus commanded his followers to give witness of Him “in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” We believe that every young person who enters our church is our Jerusalem, and we are committed to disciple them to the best of our ability.
We aim to provide a variety of offerings that allow our youth to connect with each other, develop relationship with God and be trained in the Word. We are always seeking ways that we can position them to grow in strength and spiritual maturity.
We aim to provide a variety of offerings that allow our youth to connect with each other, develop relationship with God and be trained in the Word. We are always seeking ways that we can position them to grow in strength and spiritual maturity.
Get Connected
Want to make sure you don't miss the next gathering? Request access to the message group to receive heads up and reminders about when and where each gathering is being held. Messages come by both text and email, so you're sure to get the memo.


Meet Our Leaders
Kara Mandeville
Kara leads the Agathos children’s ministry along with her husband, Joe. She is passionate about seeing kids experience God’s goodness and grow in their knowledge of who He is!
Kara enjoys encouraging the children as they routinely share testimonies of His work in their lives, both among their peers and in the main church service. Kara’s passion for children led her to become a grade school teacher until the birth of her first child.
Today, Kara is a full-time wife and stay-at-home mom of four. And because having four kids is not enough fun, she also cares for two cats and two dogs (as well as any stray that comes her way).
Kara enjoys encouraging the children as they routinely share testimonies of His work in their lives, both among their peers and in the main church service. Kara’s passion for children led her to become a grade school teacher until the birth of her first child.
Today, Kara is a full-time wife and stay-at-home mom of four. And because having four kids is not enough fun, she also cares for two cats and two dogs (as well as any stray that comes her way).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can come to Youth Group?
We welcome any teen ages 12-17 who has at least one parent or guardian attending Agathos Church regularly. All teens must have permission from their parents to come to gatherings.
Where is Youth Group?
To protect the safety of our youth and their leaders, we don’t publicize the location of our gatherings. You can reach out to our leaders at the link below to get information.
How do I join Youth Group?
Fill out the form at the link below to reach out to our leaders! They’ll get you connected to the next gathering.
Can I bring a friend?
We love friends! To bring a friend with you to Youth Group, you’ll need to get our youth leader’s permission, and get permission from your friend’s parents.
Can my brother/sister come?
We sometimes allow siblings younger than 12 to attend gatherings with their older brother or sister with permission from our leaders. Siblings 18 and older are not permitted at Youth Group unless they’re a vetted volunteer at our church.
Can my mom observe youth group?
We understand that entrusting your teen to us is a big decision, and our leaders are happy to meet with parents to answer any questions. However, for the safety of our teens, the only adults allowed in our youth gatherings are those vetted by our church to be volunteers.
Youth Benchmarks
Being a disciple of Jesus is a lifelong process, and we’re committed to setting up our youth to be lifelong pursuers of Him. We measure our year over year success by watching for the following fruit in our youth.
1. Belonging in a Christian Peer Group
Youth are excited to gather with their church peers and teachers and express a sense of belonging and friendship with their believing peers.
2. Biblical Literacy
Youth demonstrate a working knowledge of God’s Word, including basic Biblical structure, characters and stories, and how to read, study, and memorize Scripture.
3. Knowing Who God is & Being Known by Him
Youth demonstrate an understanding of God’s Immutable Attributes, His nature and ways, and are actively seeking to know Him and be known by Him.
4. Hearing God
Youth consistently hear the voice of God for themselves and others in various ways (e.g., prayer, prophecy, words of knowledge, words of wisdom, discernment, visions, dreams, etc.)
5. Personal Worship Engagement
Youth worship with sincerity, devotion, and meaningful personal expression in both their daily lives and in corporate worship settings.
6. Power of God
Youth readily pray big, bold prayers for themselves and others – and see them answered.
7. Sacraments / Maturing in our Faith
Youth are making public professions of faith and seeking water baptism and experiencing the baptism of the Holy Spirit.
8. Equipped for the World
Youth demonstrate a commitment to what God’s Word says about the issues of the day, and a readiness to be IN the world, but not OF the world.
9. Cultivating a Culture of Service / Mission
Youth willingly serve in various ways within the home, church, and the broader community (e.g., family chores, prayer/intercession, church event volunteer roles, missions and service trips, witnessing to and discipling others, etc.)
