Youth at West End Community Church


YWECC creates a community of students who have fun, build strong friendships, and grow in Christ together.

Connect through Bible Studies & Youth Group Activities!

  • Group of freshman girls gather for Sunday "Real Talk"

    Real Talk

    Teaching and discussion geared specifically for 7th-12th grade students. We gather as one large group, spend time together, pray, and look at God’s Word.

    Day: Sundays

    Time: 10:30 -11:30 a.m.

    Where: The Hanger

  • High school girls studying the Bible in DGroup

    DGROUPS

    The heartbeat of YWECC—broken down by gender/age and led by a trained leader who meets weekly with students for scripture, prayer, accountability, and friendship.

    Day: Wednesday Nights

    Time: JrHi: 6:30-8 || SrHi: 7:30-9 p.m.

    Where: The Hanger

  • Student's enjoying a meal together during a First Wednesday gathering

    First Wed / Club 440

    The first Wednesday of every month the Junior High and Senior High gather in two groups for games, worship, and large group teaching—tons of fun.

    Day: 1st Wednesday/Month

    Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m.

    Where: The Hanger

  • A  huge group photo at one of our youth fall retreats at a camp in the woods

    Trips & Retreats

    Retreats are our favorite! We build community, grow in Christ, serve others, and have fun. We hope you will consider joining us for our next trip!

    Day: Various

    Time: Various

    Where: Various

Parents!

YWECC is all about growing in Christ and having fun! We long for students to belong and be connected to their peers and leaders. 

YWECC’s mission is to make a place where your kids can have fun, be safe, and grow in Christ. We’re led by committed staff and volunteers who love to be involved in students’ lives—even beyond the programming at the church. We pray that through gathering weekly, your kid will develop deep, Christ-centered relationships that will last beyond their time in our ministry. 

If you have any questions about events or opportunities for us to connect with your student, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Leah Gaffney, Director of Youth

✉ leah.gaffney@westendcc.org

Leah Gaffney, Director of Youth, smiling with a peace sign held up while at a Youth Event

Quick Links

Youth participate in our annual summer Slip and Slide day

Join us!

There’s always fun things happening in YWECC and we don’t you to miss it! Our staff would love to connect with you. Check out upcoming events and trips here:

“I love YWECC, the people there are unbelievable—so nice and caring. I’ve grown in my relationship with God through the Bible and the people.”

Art, 10th grade

YWECC Staff

  • Parker Mixon, Director of Jr. High School Boys at West End  Community Church

    Parker Mixon

    Director of Jr. High Boys

  • Jenna Brown, Director of Sr. High School Girls at West End  Community Church

    Jenna Brown

    Director of Sr. High Girls

  • Leah Gaffney, Director of Youth at West End  Community Church

    Leah Gaffney

    Director of Youth

  • Justin Schaefer, Director of Sr. High School Boys at West End  Community Church

    Justin Schaefer

    Director of Sr. High Boys

  • Rachel Edmiston, Ministry Specialist for Youth at West End  Community Church

    Rachel Edmiston

    Ministry Specialist