YOUTH
6TH-12TH GRADE
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS | 6:00-8:00PM
Our mission is to
make disciples
with mature and
resilient faith in
Jesus Christ.
Our goals are to:
ENGAGE with students on Wednesday nights and in life outside of youth group
SHARE the Gospel with students and lead them into relationship with Christ
TEACH young believers the basics of Christian faith and the core truths and doctrines of Christianity
TRAIN students to apply Biblical truths to their own lives and use their gifts to help and serve others
GIVE each student an opportunity to contribute to a ministry at church outside of youth group
Meet the Youth Director
JT MADDOX
JT has a deep passion for discipling the next generation and faithfully teaching God’s Word, helping young people grow in their love for Christ and His Church. He is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity at Bethlehem Seminary in Minneapolis and is being trained in theology, biblical languages, and gospel-centered ministry. As part of a three-year pastoral internship, JT is gaining hands-on experience in preaching, shepherding, and church leadership.
JT is joyfully married to his wife, Bobbi, and together they are raising five sons. His role as husband and father is central to his calling, and he brings that same intentionality into his ministry. He also enjoys coaching youth baseball, fishing, and exploring God’s creation.
If you have any questions, please contact our youth ministry team at youth@riveroflifehastings.org.