Youth Fellowships

We aim to journey with youth as a community of believers led by the Holy Spirit, to navigate an ever-changing culture by applying a Kingdom worldview. All of this by providing youth opportunities to encounter God and grow in their understanding of Him so that they cultivate an intentional relationship with God, each other, and the greater Churc

– JMC Youth MinistOur Tenets

Our Tenets

The Junior Ministry Congregation (JMC) is committed to pursuing the vision of ECAC: Turning people into fully devoted followers of Christ. We love to learn and teach about Jesus and diving deep into God’s word. There are three tenets that guide the ministry work of JMC:

Encouraging Family Discipleship and Worship

Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Joshua 24:15, Ephesians 6:4; 2 Timothy 1:5

Imparting Biblical and Theological Knowledge

Colossians 3:16; 2 Timothy 3:14-16

Equipping the Saints to be Disciple Makers

Matthew 28:19-20; Ephesians 4:11-13

For all JMC-related inquiries, please contact jmc@ecac.ca.

Registration

How To

Parents or guardians need to register their children for each of the ministries they would like to join. The simplest way to register is to go online or download the Church Center App. Guests visiting ECAC may also go to the First Impressions Team table to register their children on the day of the ministry program.

Register Online or Scan the QR Code to Download the App!

Fees

Except for Vacation Bible School (VBS), David Camp, and Hand Chime and Children & Youth Choir, all ministries do not require payment. However, parents/guardians are encouraged to teach young children to make monetary offerings at fellowship and worship, and youths to make regular offerings at worship services.

Get Involved

As a Body of Christ, each of us have an indispensable role to play (1 Corinthians 12). If the Holy Spirit is prompting you to serve with JMC, please sign up here[REGISTRATION FORM] or contactjmc@ecac.ca.All who serve in JMC must pass a police check (anyone 18 years of age and over), have a current Plan to Protect, be interviewed by the ministry coordinator, and attend relevant training sessions.

Programs

JMC Youth Ministry is intended for teens and students aged 13 to 17 years old (grade 7 – 12). For younger children and infants, check out the JMC’s Children’s Ministry’s programs.

Embers Youth Fellowship

Saturday, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, at the church

Embers fellowship provides opportunities for youths to connect with each other as well as be mentored by adults. It will begin on Saturday September 13 with a kickoff night! This term, Embers will be using Alpha Youth for its Grow Nights. Schedule will be out soon. Stay tuned! Please contact jmc@ecac.ca for more information.

Register for Embers

Youth Sunday School

Sunday, 9:30 am, in modular 2 or 3

Youth Sunday School is a vital part of discipling our youth to know and to live the Word of God! Starting September 13, we will be studying 1 and 2 Corinthians. A light breakfast is provided each week. We are also excited to tell you that the teachers are committed to studying the Book of Revelation throughout July and August 2027 in preparation for the September 2027 term! Please contact jmc@ecac.ca for more information and registration.

Youth Worship Service

Sunday, 11:15 am, in modular 2

Youth services are held on the SECOND and FORTH Sunday of every month. Youths are invited to come to worship in songs, to pray in community, and to learn the Word of God from various speakers. Schedule will be published by the end of August. For more information, please reach out to jmc@ecac.ca.

Fall Baptism Sunday, November 22nd!

Baptismal classes for youths will be held on Sundays October 4, 12, 19, 26 from 1-3pm in Room 150. Interviews will be conducted on the weekend of October 31 – November 1.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting

Wednesday, 7:30 pm, Online

The Alliance Canada has a saying, “We do nothing until we pray!” Prayer is the most important meeting at JMC. Join us on Wednesdays to seek the Lord in prayer! Most prayer gatherings take place on Zoom. Occasionally, it will be held in person on Fridays. Reach out to jmc@ecac.ca for more information and to receive the Zoom link.

Prayer Meeting for Youth Parents

Every 3rd Saturday, 8 pm – 8:30 pm, Online

Every third Saturday of the month, all youth ministry parents/guardians are invited to gather in person to pray for Ember leaders and the youths. For more information, please contact jmc@ecac.ca.

Hand Chime and Children & Youth Choir

Hand Chime and Children & Youth Choir provide meaningful opportunities for children and youth to develop their musical gifts while growing in Christian character, discipleship, and worship.

Looking ahead to the 2026–2027 ministry year, we are excited to continue nurturing young musicians and worshippers. Plans include establishing clear participant expectations, recruiting additional volunteers, expanding outreach opportunities, and welcoming students from both our church community and the wider community. Cost will be $50 per season or $80 for both (September – December, January – April). Registration begins on Sunday April 23. Reach out to jmc@ecac.ca for more information.

First Impressions Team (FIT)

Saturday & Sunday

FIT is responsible for the checking in of children and youth on Saturdays and Sundays. They are not only the welcoming team, but also act as hallway monitors to ensure a safe ministry environment. We need more parents and adults to help in this important aspect of JMC! Contact jmc@ecac.ca for ministry opportunities.

JMC Library

We are in the process of rebuilding a JMC library that offers books for children, youth, and families! If you have any recommendations or donations,please contact our JMC librarian Alina Qi (alina.qi@ecac.ca).

JMC Communication Team

Whether it is the Plunge, Discovery, Youth Worship or Sunday School, we need assistants to help teachers and leaders! We need all the help we can get! Please contact jmc@ecac.ca for ministry opportunities.

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