Glade Students

Middle School

Partnering with families to make disciples who live on mission, wherever God may lead them.

New here?

You're welcome here

We love having new students come hang out with Glade Students. Whether you join us on a Sunday morning or a Wednesday evening, we'll make introductions and help you connect with other students and leaders. Come ready to study the Word of God and be part of what God is doing here.

Find us in The District

That's down the hallway at the opposite end from the Worship Center. Want to plan ahead? Email David and he'll make sure your first visit is a great one.

Email David to plan your visit

When we gather

Meeting Times

Both gatherings are held in The District, down the hallway at the opposite end from the Worship Center.

Sunday Mornings

9:15 – 10:30

We start with a group rally, then break into grade-level small groups of boys and girls, a time for students to build deep relationships, share life together, dive into Scripture, and pray.

The District

Wednesday Evenings

6:30 – 7:30

Hang-out time starts at 5:30 PM, then at 6:30 students head into The District for worship, relevant preaching, and real connection. Stick around after, there's usually something fun planned too.

The District
 

What we study: The Gospel Project

A Christ-centered, chronological Bible study that walks students through the full storyline of Scripture, Genesis to Revelation, over three years. Students discover how Christ connects every part of the Bible and what the gospel means for everyday life.

Your director

Meet David Watkins

David Watkins

David Watkins

Middle School Director

David has been on staff since February 2022 and a member of The Glade since 2009. With over 20 years of experience working with students, he loves middle schoolers and builds relationships with them on campus and on their own turf. He's always ready to share the good news of Jesus Christ, and to lead an incredible team of leaders who are deeply committed to walking alongside students as they grow in their faith.

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Discipleship

Discipleship

These groups exist to glorify God through the discipleship of our sons by modeling discipleship ourselves. Fathers and mentors do life together, grow together, and pour into the next generation, the way it was always meant to work.

Learn more Father-Son Discipleship Groups

Get involved

Serve as a Leader

Our ministry runs on volunteers who show up week after week to invest in students. If God is stirring something in you, start here.

Apply Leader Application Fill out the form to get started. Required reading Family Ministry Safety Manual Required for all leaders and volunteers. Resources September Leader Material This month's curriculum and leader notes.

What's coming up

Upcoming Events

Growing in Your Walk with Christ

Growing in Your Walk with Christ

Have you recently started following Jesus? Or maybe you’ve been following Him for a while and want to grow deeper in your relationship with Him?

Join us for a 6-week Sunday night group designed to help middle school students build a strong foundation for following Jesus and discover what it looks like to live out their faith every day.

Together, we’ll talk about some of the most important parts of the Christian life, including:

  • Salvation — What does it mean to follow Jesus?
  • Scripture — How do we hear from God through His Word?
  • Prayer — How do we talk and listen to God?
  • Worship — What does it mean to truly worship God?
  • The Church — Why do we need the church and other believers?
  • Serving — How can we use our gifts to serve others?
  • Stewardship — What does it mean to honor God with what He has given us?
  • Evangelism — How can we share the good news of Jesus with others?

This will be a relaxed, interactive time to ask questions, open the Bible, build relationships, and grow in your walk with Christ.

When: Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM
Dates: September 13, 20, 27; October 4, 18, 25 (on the last meeting we will serve at Trunk-or-Treat)
Where: David Watkins' house
Address: 319 Hunters Run Lane, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Whether you’re just beginning your walk with Jesus or simply want to grow closer to Him, you’re invited!

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