Students
COLONIAL STUDENTS
Connecting teens to Christ.At Colonial, we care about students. It is our deep desire to see them experience connection to Christ! That’s why we work hard to create opportunities for them to build relationships and live out the Gospel. This allows them to know, experience, and serve Jesus. Often we have students interact in smaller groups by grade and gender. And so you know, we consider Middle School, 6th-8th grade and High School, 9th-12th grades. We can't wait to meet your student(s)!
SUMMER STAFF MEALS
Feed the Summer Staff!We invite you to help support our summer staff by signing up to provide a meal this summer. Offering a meal is a simple and meaningful way to encourage and care for these college interns who are faithfully investing in our children and student ministries this summer. The meals will start on Monday, May 25th and go until July 30th. Thank you for helping us bless and support our team!
Monday-Thursday lunches for 16, will be at the SKC Hilltop Building (west end of parking lot) at 11:45am.
Monday dinners for 40, will be at the OP Lighthouse (back parking lot) at 6:15pm.
DONATE A MEAL
Overland Park Campus
Located in our LightHouse Student Center (on the east side of the church property), this is a space designed just for students; a place to show up, have fun, and feel at home right away. Whether it’s your first visit or your hundredth, you’ll find a welcoming environment to build friendships, ask questions, and grow in your faith.
What to expect:
- A fun, high-energy space for 6th–12th grade students (volleyball, basketball, pool, ping pong, and more)
- A student café with pizza and snacks available for purchase
- A place to connect with both new and familiar faces
Sunday Mornings (1st–3rd Sundays)
- 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM | 6th–12th Grade
What to expect:
- A gathered, focused environment with worship and a deeper dive into Scripture.
- Extended teaching time paired with small group conversation.
- A rhythm that mirrors a traditional church service, just for students.
Wednesday Evenings:
- Middle School (Fusion) | 6:00 – 7:30 PM
- High School (Revive) |7:30 – 9:00 PM
What to expect:
- High-energy games, engaging teaching, and small group discussion.
- A fun, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to invite friends and jump in.
South Kansas City Campus
Located in our Hilltop Student Building (on the west end of the church parking lot), this space offers a relaxed, close-knit environment where students are known by name and quickly feel at home. It’s the kind of place where relationships grow naturally and everyone has a place to belong.
What to expect:
- A laid-back, welcoming space for 6th–12th grade students (basketball, ping pong, board games, and more).
- An environment where students are known, valued, and connected.
- A comfortable setting that makes it easy to jump in and build friendships.
Sunday Mornings (1st–3rd Sundays)
- 9:00 – 10:30 AM | 6th–12th Grade
What to expect:
- A focused, Scripture-centered environment designed to go deeper.
- Extended teaching time with space to engage and reflect.
- A steady rhythm that helps students grow in their understanding of God’s Word.
School Year Schedule:
- High School | Mondays, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Middle School | Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Summer Schedule:
- Middle & High School | Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
What to expect:
- High-energy games, engaging teaching, and small group discussion.
- A fun, relaxed atmosphere where students can invite friends and feel comfortable jumping in.
Stay Connected
We use the BAND App to keep students and families in the loop with everything happening in our ministry—from weekly reminders to upcoming events and important updates. It’s the best way to stay connected and know what to expect each week.
Overland Park Campus BAND
South Kansas City Campus BAND
Students EXPERIENCES
Experiencing and serving Jesus.Adventures together allow for fun, laughter, and friendships!
On the road on retreats, camp, or in the mission field, these trips provide the "experience" of Him in our presence.
OP Campus Students
Meet the OP staff
SKC Campus Students
Meet the SKC staff
Events
What's happening next?Often students from both campuses participate in events onsite and off campus like canoe trips, mission trips, and retreats. For the safety of students we require waiver forms so that we can need the needs of your student should a situation arise.
