Connect with Middle & Highschoolers in Gainesville
Westside’s youth ministry is for all middle and highschoolers in Gainesville and Alachua County. We are a place where you can find friends and mentors that will help you grow in your relationship with God and people.
Join us this Wednesday
Join us this Wednesday for Collective at 6:45pm! Collective is our youth worship service and your first step to joining the journey as a student at Westside. We know going to new a church can be intimidating, but we promise to do whatever it takes to make your first visit as stress-free as possible.
Camp 2026
Camp is the best week of summer! Spend five days with your friends and encounter Jesus in a new way. Students will engage in dynamic worship and Bible-based teaching, encouraging them in their walk with Jesus. Students will participate in adult-led small-group Bible studies, applying biblical truths in practical, personal ways. Students will also experience tons of exciting summer camp activities: competing in team competitions, playing paintball, jumping off the water blob, and more!
Life Groups for Youth
Life is better together. For that reason, we challenge every student to Connect in a Life Group at Westside. Life Groups meet every Sunday morning in the Family Life Center gym to study the Bible together.
Resources for Parents
Sign up for monthly emails and other resources to steward your children well.
Content For Youth
Watch a sermon, listen to a podcast, and more!
Meet the Youth Ministry Team
We love our youth ministry team! Scroll through and click on any one of our team members’ photos to learn more.
Want to get in contact with one of our team members?
We would love to answer any questions you have and help you get connected to our youth ministry.
Whether you are a middle/high schooler planning to visit for the first time, a parent with more questions, or someone who wants to serve on our team, we would love to hear from you.
Fill out the form below and our team will be in touch soon.
