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Welcome to Youth Ministry at WCC

A Ministry of Free Expression

WCC Youth Ministry is a welcoming student ministry in Waukegan, IL, where teens grow in faith, build real friendships, and discover a place to belong.  A Place Where You’re Loved From the Moment You Walk In.

Our Youth Ministry (grades 7–12) is a space where every young person can show up exactly as they are—no judgment, no pressure, no pretending. We want you to feel comfortable, confident, and free to discover who God created you to be. At Waukegan Community Church, we believe every student deserves a community that celebrates them, supports them, and welcomes them with open arms.

A Community That Sees You and Values You

Here, you don’t have to hide your personality or your questions. You’re encouraged to bring your whole self—your gifts, your struggles, your creativity, and your voice. We worship together, learn together, laugh together, and grow together in an environment built on love, gratitude, and real connection through Christ.

Faith That Feels Real, Relevant, and Fun

Our goal is to share the truth of the gospel in ways that make sense to today’s youth—engaging, relatable, and full of life. We believe young people grow by participating, not just listening, so we create interactive experiences that help students truly understand and embrace their faith.

Through conversations, activities, worship, and mentorship, we guide teens toward a deeper relationship with Jesus—one they can carry into school, friendships, and everyday life.

A Place to Belong, Explore, and Grow

Whether you’re local, new to church, or just looking for a place to connect, our doors are open to you. The Youth Ministry of WCC is a community where you can build real friendships, discover your purpose, and learn what it means to follow Christ in a way that feels authentic to you.

Meeting Times

Sundays, 10:00am – 12:30pm

Schedule

10:00 AM – Arrival & Hangout Time
10:30 AM – Youth Worship
11:00 AM – Message/Activity              12:30 PM – Closing & Prayer

Location

Main Building
1016 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085

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Want to Get involved?

Join Our Volunteers Team

If you would like to become a volunteer at our church, please complete and submit the volunteer application and process your fingerprints with our agency that does background checks on all our volunteers. You can download both .pdf applications below.

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