Kirk Youth Ministry provides faith development opportunities for 6th-12th grade students at Kirk of Kildaire Presbyterian Church in Cary, NC
There is something for everyone!
Our Vision
Equipping disciples to be confidently grounded in God’s presence and love.
Rooted in the life and words of Jesus Christ, we support and encourage youth to grow in their faith by building relationships and community where they can openly discuss the joys and struggles of their lives, providing a safe place to discover and celebrate their God-given gifts, and empowering them to live out their faith through service and leadership with the Kirk and the broader community.
“The believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to the community, to their shared meals, and to their prayers. A sense of awe came over everyone. God performed many wonders and signs through the apostles. All the believers were united and shared everything. They would sell pieces of property and possessions and distribute the proceeds to everyone who needed them. Every day, they met together in the temple and ate in their homes. They shared food with gladness and simplicity. They praised God and demonstrated God’s goodness to everyone. The Lord added daily to the community those who were being saved.”
Youth Group
Gathering in person Sunday evenings at 5:30 pm in the Youth Wing. Includes Youth Sunday School and time for fellowship and fun. Dinner is provided!
*Note: Sunday School and Youth Group meet the week after Labor Day to the week before Memorial Day.
Confirmation is a special time when youth have the opportunity to carefully reflect on and explore their faith and relationship with God. The confirmation year is one of discovery and experience. It is a chance to ask and attempt to answer questions of faith in a relaxed, fun, and safe environment with others who are on the same journey.
For more information or to sign up for next year, please contact Matt Cooper or call the church office, 919-467-4944.
Throughout the school year, we have a number of retreats available for every youth age! Our middle school retreat is scheduled for this fall, while the high schoolers will have a retreat of their own in the spring. Locations are TBD, but each retreat will come with opportunities for our youth to get out of town, connect with each other and God, and find rest away from the busyness of life!
Appalachia Service Project
The Kirk will continue our longstanding partnership with Appalachia Service Project to make homes warmer, safer, and drier throughout the southern Appalachia region! From June 22 – 28, we will head to wherever ASP sends us to help repair houses, build decks, and more. This service trip is open to all who have finished the 9th through 12 grades.
Cost is $350 for youth attendees, with a $50 deposit required at registration. Please reach out for any assistance!
Massanetta
Middle School Conference
Massanetta Youth Conference – MS All Kirk Middle Schoolers are invited to join us at Massanetta Springs in Virginia for the Middle School Conference! From July 10 – 13, 2025, we’ll be enjoying community time with youth from around the Southeast, learning from awesome speakers, growing in faith through small groups, and having time for awesome games and fun! This retreat is open to all youth who have finished the 5th – 8th grades. Cost is $250 for youth attendees, with a $50 deposit required at registration. Please reach out for any assistance! |
Montreat
High school Conference
High Schoolers are invited to join us as we return to the North Carolina mountains for the Montreat Youth Conference! From July 6 – 12, 2025, we will be heading to Montreat for their annual youth conference. Expect awesome worship, fun recreation, and time to enjoy the beautiful space around Montreat, including hiking trails and lake time. This retreat is open to all who have completed the 9th – 12th grades.
Cost is $350 for youth attendees, with a $50 deposit required at registration. Please reach out for any assistance!
CROSS
Middle School Mission Trip
CROSS Missions, a ministry of Myers Park Presbyterian Church, works with nonprofits across the city of Charlotte, North Carolina. Youth participants serve in a number of organizations. In the past, youth have sorted diapers, organized clothing, painted benches, and more, as they learn about urban ministry in Charlotte. This retreat is open to all youth who have finished the 5th – 8th grades.
Cost is $250 for youth attendees, with a $50 deposit required at registration. Please reach out for any assistance!
