Middle & High School Students

The Edge Youth Ministry

Middle and High School students attend youth group on Sunday nights from 5-7 pm where they eat, play games, learn, and connect with others.

The word of the Lord came to me, saying, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”

“Alas, Sovereign Lord,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am too young.”

But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.

​Jeremiah 1:4-8

Click here for the Youth Permission Slip to attend any off-site event with The Edge Youth.

Meet our Youth Pastor!

Matt Chesney serves as our Director of Student Ministries and Outreach. He is a former high school teacher and principal who heard a strong voice from God to resign his position and become a youth pastor! He and his wife, Melissa, moved from southern Michigan to Midland in August of 2017 with their four children and now he spends his time working to share the Gospel with the youth of Midland.

Matt's philosophy about student ministries is that the best way to draw closer to God is through building relationships with each other and having fun.

Matt's favorite movie is The Matrix, his favorite band is Green Day, and is favorite food is Lasagna.
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If you would like to contact Matt for more information about the Middle and High School Ministry, known as "The Edge," feel free to e-mail him at mfc@erchog.org

Announcements and Events

Warner Camp
The Edge Youth have traveled to Warner Camp for many times for many great adventures! The video shows just some of the fun the youth have on the trip. We are attending Warner Camp again this summer!

Eagle Ridge has close ties to Warner Camp in Grand Junction, MI. They have a host of events and activities for youth available. Check them out here.

Some Fun Bible Story Skits From Our Youth Pastor

EdgeCraft - Minecraft Videos with Bible Stories built in!

Our youth pastor works in his free time to develop Minecraft YouTube videos with Bible stories built into the episodes! The videos are designed for kids ages 6-18, but many adults enjoy them as well! Check out his channel here: EdgeCraft