student ministry



Our Mission:

"Make disciples of Jesus who grow into the image of Jesus and make more disciples of Jesus"


At Hickory Valley, our mission for students is threefold:

1. "Make disciples of Jesus" It is our duty to make followers of no one but Jesus. Salvation is in Jesus alone.

2. "who grow into the image of Jesus" Discipleship is the next step after salvation. A followers job is to become more like Jesus.

3. "make more disciples of Jesus" Multiply was the last command of Jesus before he ascended into heaven, so our mission is to have our students be obedient to that command.

For Parents

Parents, you are the primary disciple makers and growers in your family. As much as the church is here to help disciple your kiddos, it's you who are on the front lines every single day trying to help your babies grow to be more like Jesus. Here at Hickory Valley we want to do all that we can to help. It is our job to walk along side you as you disciples your kids to be the best kingdom workers they can be. To help with that reach out and let us know how we can help: matthew.dawkins@hvcconline.com

To start, here are some things I (Matthew) have found along the way that might be helpful:


                                                                                                   PARENT HELPS

CIY: MOVE

When: July 14-18

Cost: $400

Where: Lee University

Register: You can register here or by contacting Matthew at (502) 595-7771 or matthew.dawkins@hvcconline.com

Leave: 1 PM, July 14, at HVCC from parking lot. 

Communication and Phones: Phones are allowed, but don't let them become a distraction or a problem. For students who will not be driving themselves, make sure I (Matthew) have their number (502) 595-7771.

Return: ~11 PM at HVCC from parking lot. I (Matthew) willremind students to text parents when we leave Lee.

Forms: CIY requires an Emergency Medical Release Form (EMRF)  to be signed by everyone attending any of their conferences. You can do that here or when you register above.

 

Smokey Mountain Christian Camp

When: July 6-11

Cost: $350

Register: Go to smccamp.com. Scroll down and select "Junior High Adventure Week." Then if you would text Matthew, that helps us figure out who all is going and communicating and sending pictures (502) 595-7771.

Leave: 2 PM, July 6 at HVCC from parking lot. That day is neon night if your kid wants to dress up!

Communication and Phones: I believe phones are allowed; however, I would not recommend them. As long as service is available, you can reach me at (502) 595-7771. As for Picture SMCC's facebook page posts picture updates almost every day - facebook.com/smcctn

Return: ~10 PM, July 11 at HVCC from parking lot. I will send out a group chat our ETA as we leave camp.

Summer Programming

Hickory Valley Students have a ton of fun things going on this summer besides Camp. Here is the full Schedule and below are more details:

  • 6/13 Meet and Greet
  • 6/18 Dollywood Splash Park
  • 6/25 Waterfight (balloons and guns)
  • 7/2 Service Project w. Pool party to follow
  • 7/9 HS: TBD
  • 7/17 (Thursday) MS: Roller Skating
  • 7/23 Scavenger Hunt

  • SUmmer Kick Off: Meet and Greet - June 13

    Our Next Gen Minister Matthew and his wife Aubrey will be here in just a week and he's super excited to be a part of the Hickory Valley family. Next Wednesday (June 11) we are hosting a Meet and Greet to kick off the summer and meet Matthew and Aubrey. So come out next Wednesday at 6 for a burger, games, and opportunity to welcome Matthew and Aubrey

  • Dollywood Splash Country - June 18

    Cost is $40. Prefer cash or check made out to HVCC the day we leave for payment.  No need to pay before then.  

    Leave: 8 AM

    Return: 9:30 PM

    Students need to bring:

    • $40 (pay to HVCC morning of departure)

    • Swim suit (no bikinis or wear with a dark non cotton swim shirt)

    • Towel

    • Dry change of clothes

    • $ for lunch and dinner, or pack meals (a cooler will be provided)

    • Good attitude!

    RSVP by June 16  here

  • Water Balloon War - June 25

    Calling all middle school and high school students! Get ready for a splash-tastic showdown at the church next Wednesday, June 25, from 6 PM to 8 PM. It’s time for the ultimate Water Wars event, where students will battle it out with water balloons and water blasters! Bring friends! Bring shirts and shorts you don't mind getting a little wet and dirty!

  • Service Project w. pool Party to follow - July 2

    Service Project:

    The playground out back is in desperate need of mulching. This Wednesday, I am calling all students to come out and help us live out the call, "not to be served but to serve." Be at the church ready to start mulching at 3 PM. Any parent who is able to bring any work gloves, shovels, or buckets would be appreciated. 

    Pool Party:

    Following our mulching endeavors, we will head to Miss Jackie Bridges' house to take a splash in her pool and eat some dinner. Her address is 255 Mel McDaniel Rd, Ringgold, GA  30736. We will head over around 5 PM and will be done with everything by 7 PM. Please help us stay modest, so no bikinis or revealing swimsuits without a t-shirt.

  • HS: Pre CIY MOVE excursion

    All students and leaders who are going to be at CIY MOVE the following week is highly encouraged to come with us on a little excursion. Be at the church wearing comfortable shoes at 10 AM.

  • Roler Skating - July 17 (Thursday)

    Matthew and most of the High Schoolers will be off at CIY MOVE, but that doesn't mean the rest of you can't party it up. Meet at Hamilton Skate Place at 6 PM on July 17. Entrance fee is $7 and Skate Rentals are an extra $4. 

    Parents can either drop students off or stay with their students. Melissa McCollum will be there, and if you have any questions while I'm off at camp, you will get the most timely answers by reaching out to her.