About Gayton Young Adults (College & Beyond)

Gayton Young Adult Ministry (College & Beyond) is a ministry of Gayton Baptist Church for all young adults— ages 18-35 and it exists to reach and lead young adults to experience life in Jesus Christ through:

Discipleship!

Young adults can grow in Christian faith through opportunities of worship, prayer, Bible study, sharing, service and connecting in….

Community!

Young adults can find authentic connections, friendship, mentorship, fun and support- in an environment that is warm, safe, and welcoming, which then encourages all to put their faith to…

Action!

Young adults are encouraged to discover their gifts and serve through leadership, volunteerism, outreach, mission work and to live out their Christian lives day to day!

This is a ministry for college and grad students (College) and young career professionals, singles or marrieds (Beyond) - ALL young adults, are welcome!

If you have any questions or would like to know more, email Rev. Jennifer Mullins, the Youth, Young Adult and Discipleship Pastor- jennifer@gayton.church.

Weekly Young Adult Events

Sundays:

  • 10:00 am: Worship (for whole church)
  • 11:00 am: Bible Study Hour
    • College Brunch & Bible Study - Pumphouse Cafe & Fireplace Lounge: This class shares light brunch refreshments in the cafe before gathering for Bible study and prayer in the fireplace lounge.
    • Beyond - Rm. 223: Together in a conversational style environment, and using Bible study guides, this group studies different books of the Bible or topical studies in 6-10-week intervals. They study and pray together each Sunday morning and are invited to also participate in our Young Adult Life evenings for worship, community, and scriptural encouragement.

Wednesdays:

  • 7:00-8:00 PM: College and Beyond Young Adult AFTERGLOW (starting Sept. 16 following 5:16 Felliowship) - for community and worship. Young Adults are encouraged to come to the 516 meal and discipleship classes - then stay for community time in fun and worship OR you can just come on and join us at 7:00pm.
Young Adults Events Coming Up!

5:16 Bible Studies and Dinner

Wednesdays, through Oct. 28 | 5:16 Fellowship & Young Adult Afterglow Fellowship

Join us for several evenings of food, fellowship, and spiritual growth for all ages!

THIS WEDNESDAY’S SCHEDULE

5:16–5:50 PM: Fellowship Meal – Downstairs Gym
5:50–6:50 PM: Bible Studies & Community Groups
6:50–7:00 PM: Closing Prayer & Send-Off

Click here for more information on 516 Fellowship Dinners & Studies!

7:00-8:00 pm: College and Beyond Young Adult AFTERGLOW (formerly Lifenights) for community and worship. Young Adults are encouraged to come to the 516 meal and discipleship classes - then stay for community time in fun and worship OR you can just come on and join us at 7:00pm.

Sunday, October 11 | Youth & Young Adults Trip to Pumpkin Patch

Noon - 3:00 PM

Following worship (10:00 AM) and Bible Study (11:00 AM), the Youth & College groups will ride out in the church van to the pumpkin patch at Hanover Vegetable Farm in Ashland.

Please bring money for admission, food, activities, hayride, corn maze, vendors, etc.  See below for more details.

Admission:

For students ages 4-17: $8 in advance or $12 at the door (this does NOT include a pumpkin).

For adults: $15 in advance or $25 at the door (this does NOT include a pumpkin).

(If you wish to get your tickets in advance, you may purchase then here. Otherwise, you will pay extra at the door.)

Pumpkins:

Cost $0.89 a pound.  

RSVP/Cancellation:

Please email Rev. Jennifer by Oct. 5 if you plan on attending, have family or friends joining us, and if you will be riding in a church van. In the event of bad weather, the trip will be cancelled and the venue doesnt give refunds for weather. 

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Additionally,

  • If you do NOT wish to eat from the vendors at the festival, please pack your lunch, and leave it in the church refrigerator or Rev. Jennifer’s office that morning,  and you can eat your lunch on the way to the festival.
  • Feel free to come to church that morning dressed to enjoy the fall festival. Do not worry about changing clothes. No one will mind if you wear your pumpkin patch attire
Future Young Adult Events:
  • November 22: 5th Annual Friendsgiving - for both youth and young adults 
  • December: Young Adult Christmas Gathering TBD/ Church Music Program
  • January 29-31: DNOW 2027 (in-house retreat for youth!)/ Youth Sunday!
  • February: Super Bowl lunch
  • March: College and Beyond Young Adult Spring Retreat
  • Spring: Easter events & services/ Creative Worship Night - “Say So”