Roots & Wings

The Youth have been engaging in faith formation through a curriculum created to cover all the basics of discipleship using the Bible, the Heidelberg Catechism, Belgic Confession and Canons of Dordt as teaching tools. They have been guided in their discussion times by Ben Bouwman, Julia Ravensbergen, Pastor Ed, Pastor Bill Tuininga, Peter Roukema and George Vandenberg.

Here are some responses from the youth when asked what they have learned or most enjoyed about Roots & Wings.

“I love the opportunity to ask any question, even if it isn’t related to the topic. The discussions are always eye opening and they help equip me with the tools necessary to live a full, Christian life. I feel blessed by this youth, and hope everyone else does too.—Jenna 

“My favourite thing about Roots & Wings is that we are able to have discussions and ask questions about anything and feel so free to openly share with everyone there. I love how the worship songs will sometimes talk about what our topic is for that night.” — Emmalee 

“It really feels like a safe place to ask questions, and to discuss certain controversial topics. Some of the things we have talked about this year have really helped my faith to grow stronger.” — Lane 

“I really like being able to ask questions and discuss our faith openly. One of my favourite things about Roots & Wings is having fun but at the same time being able to become closer to God through those times.” — Kristen 

“I enjoy being able to connect with one another on a deeper level and feed off of each other’s curiosity about God.  — William