Welcome to The Cove
Cove is Christ Church’s Middle School Ministry that exists for students to Know God, Grow in Faith, and Live it Out. We specifically want to develop fully engaged followers of Jesus by preparing students to live out their faith as they enter high school. We do this through our regular meetings on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. We also have events, retreats, and mission trips throughout the year.
The Cove – Crossroads
Crossroads COVE Pastor: Riley Brown
rbrown@christchurchil.org
Text “@crcove” to 81010 for reminder text messages
The Cove – Lake Forest
Lake Forest COVE Pastor: Josiah Fuchs
jfuchs@christchurchil.org
Text “lfcove” to 81010 for reminder text messages
Wednesday Night Schedule
6:30 PM – Get dropped off and head to the COVE Room
6:30 – 7 PM – Spend some time hanging out with friends and playing games!
7 – 7:30 PM – Kick off the night off with some announcements before heading into our group lesson for the evening.
7:30 – 8 PM – We’ll split up into small groups (girls & guys) to spend time discussing the message and praying for each other.
8 PM – Time for pick-up! But don’t worry! We’ll see you back here next Wednesday!
Sunday Morning Schedule
10 AM – Start the morning in the main sanctuary to worship with the whole church!
10:20 AM – Once worship ends, you’ll be dismissed to head to the COVE Room for the rest of the service
10:20 – 10:50 AM – Listen to a great message from your COVE leader!
10:50 – 11:05 AM – Once the lesson is over, you’ll have time to hang out and play games until your parents pick you up!
The Cove – Crossroads
Wednesday Nights – 6:30 – 8:00 PM at Christ Church Crossroads COVE Room (001)
Get ready for the best night of your week! At COVE Wednesdays, 6th-8th graders dive into an unforgettable mix of epic games, real talk about faith, and conversations that actually matter. No boring lectures here – just an authentic community where you can truly be yourself, amazing friends, and leaders who get what you’re going through.
Whether you’re a first-timer or a COVE veteran, come join the wave of students who’ve discovered that Wednesdays aren’t just another weekday – they’re the day you can’t wait for!
Sunday Mornings – 10 – 11:05 AM at Christ Church Crossroads COVE Room (001)
Skip the typical Sunday morning snooze – COVE Mornings is where middle schoolers kick off their weekends in style! While the adults are in “big church,” we’re creating our own incredible experience with biblical teaching that makes sense for real life, and friend groups where everyone belongs.
Whether you’re asking big questions about faith or just looking to find your crew, COVE Mornings is your perfect Sunday spot. Come as you are, bring a friend, and discover why hundreds of students say this is the best way to start their week!
The Cove – Lake Forest
Wednesday Nights – 6:30 – 8:00 PM at Christ Church Lake Forest COVE Room (B201)
Ever wonder what happens when you mix awesome games, deep faith moments, and the best friends you haven’t met yet? That’s COVE Wednesday Nights! We’re diving into the same powerful messages your parents hear on Sunday mornings, but with our own middle-school spin that hits different.
Think high-energy games that’ll have you laughing for days, small groups where real talk happens, and Bible teachings that actually connect with your daily life. And the best part? You’ll be doing it all alongside friends and leaders who can’t wait to see you!
Sunday Mornings – 10 – 11:05 AM at Christ Church Lake Forest COVE Room (B201)
Jump into an epic journey through the Bible at COVE Sunday Mornings (9:00 & 11:00)! We’re on this incredible mission called The Gospel Project, where every story points back to Jesus in mind-blowing ways. Think of it as the ultimate treasure hunt through Scripture, where ancient stories suddenly connect to your life today!
Pro Tip: Bring your Bible! It’s your personal guide for this amazing adventure, and trust us – you’ll want your own copy to mark up and explore. Join us as we discover how every single story in the Bible (yep, even the weird ones!) connects back to Jesus and what that means for your life right now!
Wednesday Night Schedule
6:30 PM – Get dropped off and head to the COVE Room
6:30 – 7 PM – Spend some time hanging out with friends and playing games!
7 – 7:30 PM – Kick off the night off with some announcements before heading into our group lesson for the evening.
7:30 – 8 PM – We’ll split up into small groups (girls & guys) to spend time discussing the message and praying for each other.
8 PM – Time for pick-up! But don’t worry! We’ll see you back here next Wednesday!
Sunday Morning Schedule
10 AM – Start the morning in the main sanctuary to worship with the whole church!
10:20 AM – Once worship ends, you’ll be dismissed to head to the COVE Room for the rest of the service
10:20 – 10:50 AM – Listen to a great message from your COVE leader!
10:50 – 11:05 AM – Once the lesson is over, you’ll have time to hang out and play games until your parents pick you up!
Compass is an 8th-grade discipleship program designed to help students navigate the transition from middle school to high school with a strong spiritual foundation. Meeting twice monthly on Sunday nights from September through May, students explore core Christian beliefs, tackle real-world faith questions, and build lasting friendships. Through engaging discussions with church leaders, small group connections, and meaningful activities, Compass equips young people to take ownership of their faith journey. Our dedicated team of pastors, elders, and adult mentors creates a supportive environment where students can grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus while preparing for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
