Children & Youth

first christian church of north hollywood

Welcome from Pastor Jonathan

senior Pastor 

Greetings, God’s beloved!

It’s a pleasure to welcome new families and tell you about the exciting opportunities in our youth programming. We nurture and form youth in the ways of Jesus so they can become love in the wider world. Here are some of the exciting ways to get involved:
  • Join us on Sunday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Wednesday afternoons for engaging activities and discussions.
  • Participate in our Youth Acolyte & Diaconate team, contributing to Sunday morning worship and serving holy Communion to our congregation. 
  • Engage in intergenerational experiences by collaborating with local nonprofits and organizations.
  • Connect with youth from other Disciples of Christ churches in the Pacific Southwest Region for exciting events.
  • Enjoy relationship-building events like all-youth sleepovers and mission trips.
  • Explore your faith journey through Pastor Class, Heritage Class, and special Christian Calendar dates like Advent, Lent, Christmas, Easter, and Holy Week.

Looking forward to journeying together as we grow in faith and community.

Below, you can see a typical layout for those who participate in our community as a family.

Welcome Rebecca Stevens as Our New Youth Director

It is with great joy and gratitude that we announce the appointment of Rebecca Stevens as our new Youth Director. After much prayer, thoughtful conversation, and discernment, we believe that God has led us to an extraordinary leader whose heart, energy, and vision are perfectly aligned with the needs of our youth and the mission of our church.
Rebecca brings a unique combination of spiritual depth, creativity, and a genuine love for young people. Her experience working with youth, combined with her ability to connect across generations, makes her exceptionally well-suited to nurture and guide our youth as they grow in faith and community. Whether leading a Bible study, organizing a service project, or simply listening with compassion, Rebecca embodies the grace, wisdom, and enthusiasm we prayed for in this role.
We are especially thankful for the dedicated work of our Youth Director Search Team. This process was a true team effort, marked by honest discussion, spiritual discernment, and a shared commitment to the well-being of our youth. I want to extend heartfelt thanks to Drew Powell, Brett Elliott, Dorothy Brooks, Ian Pollard, Robert Yates, and Jen Le’au, who served as an ex officio member. I also had the honor of serving on the search team in an ex officio capacity.
Their time, care, and faithfulness throughout this journey have been a gift to our congregation and a testament to the strength of our shared ministry.
Please join us in welcoming Rebecca to our church family. We are excited to see how God will work through her to inspire, challenge, and walk alongside our young people in the days ahead.
Below, you can see some words from Rebecca!

In gratitude and hope,
- Pastor Jonathan


When Pastor Jonathan asked if I would be interested in taking on the role of Youth Director at FCCNH, my first reaction was YES! I’d grown up in a church with a vibrant program that anchored me through the ridiculousness of my teenage years and I have always wanted to give the gift of that foundation to others. Then I took a beat and thought about what that means in these modern times. The world is full of hate, whether in-person or lobbed anonymously via social media comment sections. Faith can be weaponized, and too often, being Christian becomes a label or a brand. Kids, especially teens, have it harder than ever. So, what would I want to bring to a youth program?
I hope to offer them the care and support that builds confidence in their relationships with God and our church – a confidence that will grow throughout their lives, not just in words, but most importantly through their everyday actions. Not just in acts of service, but how they treat each person they meet, most importantly themselves. As an associate marriage and family therapist and mother of two, I want nothing more than for my children and yours to grow up in a church youth program that helps them shape their morals and beliefs, surrounded by the love and teaching of Jesus. I believe that when those spiritual seeds are planted in children, even if they stray, they know where to return.
I am honored and humbled to accept the position of Youth Director at FCCNH. I sincerely thank you for this opportunity.

-Rebecca Stevens


choose from the following

Youth Groups & Activities

Chi Ro

middle school | 6th - 8th grade

As our children transition into their teenage years, their relationship with Jesus deepens and becomes increasingly personal. Chi Rho is tailored specifically for middle school youth, providing a space where they can engage in discussions, ask questions, and explore various aspects of faith, life, and the Bible. Our gatherings are filled with laughter and camaraderie, featuring enjoyable games, delicious food, and a supportive bully-free atmosphere. We meet on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 in the Youth Hut for after-school sessions focused on study and fellowship and on Sunday mornings for Sunday school. 


christian youth fellowship (CYF)

high school | 9th - 12th grade

CYF, short for Christian Youth Fellowship, is a collective of young disciples navigating the challenging years of high school together. Our discussion-based group focuses on faith, relationships, family dynamics, societal issues, and the complexities of life. We believe that a community that plays, feasts, and prays together not only flourishes but also equips its members to become catalysts for positive change in the world around us. Sunday nights (6:30 - 8:00 pm) are dedicated to fellowship and engaging in various enjoyable activities.

All Sunday school aged students receive a Bible lesson that correlates with the sermon being given that day. This way families can discuss them more in length at home. Sometimes the kids act out skits, have an art project and/or a science experiment that enhances what they are learning about that day. Older kids take turns reading passages from the Bible, put on skits, and play other games to help teach their lesson. They are given water and snacks.

Sunday School

1. Recap the children’s message for additional thoughts or ideas. Or we talk about what we will be learning in that day’s Sunday school lesson.
2. Share announcements of upcoming events - for example, the flower processional for Palm Sunday, Trunk or Treat, camps, etc.
3. Three volunteers help serve the offering and communion to everyone. They get to explain what the offering and communion are for, or they can ask for help, and then another child will share with everyone the reason why we do it.
4. Every month, on the 2nd Sunday, we have that month’s birthday kids come forward. We talk about what we like about each kid and why they are special. Then we sing happy birthday to them. (We have cupcakes and the birthday kids get to pick out 3 small gifts.)
5. During October and November, we also practice the songs and choreography for the Christmas pageant before they are released to their Sunday school and youth classes.

chapel

Nursery through preschool children can go straight to their Sunday school classroom as soon as they arrive. They are also welcome to stay in service if that’s what their family prefers. They can stay with their parents the entire time or go to Sunday school when all the kids leave after the children’s message. Kids sit with their parents until they are called forward for the Children’s message during Pass the Peace. We like them to get a taste of our worship service, as well as exposing them to the arts and prayer. We encourage any child who’s interested to join one of our choirs. The kids love watching and supporting their friends when they perform. The Children’s Youth Director gives a short children’s sermon on the steps at the front of the church with all the children and youth before heading off to chapel and Sunday school.

children & youth

10am sunday Service

More sunday school information

Weekly Youth Group Schedule

Middle & High School

High School

Middle School

Youth choir, 6th – 12th grade, generally rehearses after church is over in the annex from 11:15 to noon. Currently they are rehearsing with the children’s choir at 9 am as they are working together on several songs for upcoming performances in March and April. They sing more complex songs and work on harmonies. They are also provided with a snack.

youth choir

Children’s choir, kindergarten through 5th grade, rehearses from 9-9:45 am in the Annex. They practice songs to sing during the 10 am service and other special occasions (like Christmas Eve). They warm up their voices, learn different aspects of music, do rhythm games, and also are provided with a snack before church/Sunday school begins.

children's choir

Children's & Youth Choir

CNS Preschool

"First Christian Church of North Hollywood, since its beginning, has been a place for families to be able to learn, grow, and play. Our denomination - the Christian Church (DOC) - has always valued education and critical thinking. This is why Christian Nursery School is a place where children learn about such things as the fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. It is for this reason that many families from a variety of backgrounds feel comfortable sharing life with our community. It is a safe place for all!" 
​- Rev. Dr, Jonathan B. Hall, Senior Pastor

Christian Nursery School is a licensed faith-based program serving children two through five years old