What Is Cornerstone Youth?
Cornerstone Youth is a growing group of friends who have decided to be “all in” for Jesus and His Kingdom.
At Cornerstone Youth, we believe the best way to grow in our faith is through increased biblical literacy, a diverse team of leaders, and belonging to our local church.
A Growing Biblical Literacy
At Cornerstone Youth we believe only Jesus Christ is capable of saving us. The best way to know who Jesus is, how to grow in a relationship with Him, and to learn the story of our salvation is through time in His Word. Each week we gather with our students and take time to read the Bible and teach it in a way that is equipping and informative. This usually happens at our weekly youth programming.
Middle and high school students, you’re invited to a retreat at Shiloh Bible Camp, Friday, November 21st, through Sunday, November 23rd! We will be focusing on “Making Space” to discover how to connect with Jesus in the midst of our busy, everyday lives. Between school assignments, practice schedules, and time with friends and family, it’s easy to feel like there’s no room left for God. But what if you could learn to meet Him right in the middle of it all? We know life is full, but Jesus is meant to be at the center of it all. This retreat is about learning how to make Him the center and practicing what it looks like to live from that place.
Who?
Both our middle and high school students are invited to join us on this retreat. Students will be together for session times and for a limited amount of games. Most of the time will be spent in their age groups.
When?
November 21st-23rd
How?
We will take a bus up on Friday at 5:30 and return to Cornerstone at 12pm.
Why?
Because retreats are the best! We believe that retreats are one of the primary ways we grow in our faith. You will grow more in your faith on a three-day retreat than in three months without one.
The cost for the retreat is $160 per student; however, a family discount will be applied for families with multiple students attending. Please reach out for this discount. Scholarships are also available upon request.
The registration deadline is October 31st. Any student interested in attending after the deadline has passed must reach out to Jack Hein at jhein@cornerstonenj.org.
Join the Fun
Youth Programs
6th-8th Grade
Tuesdays from 7:00pm-9:00pm
9th-12th Grade
Thursdays from 7:00pm-9:00pm
Our youth groups meet weekly throughout the school year (September through June) for Bible study, discussion, and fellowship. We focus on building biblical literacy while creating a welcoming environment where students can learn about Jesus and what it means to follow Him. Each week includes time to hang out with friends, play games, worship, listen to a message, and participate in small group discussions. Our goal is to help students grow in their faith while building meaningful relationships. Both middle school and high school youth groups meet on campus in our MMC building.
Cornerstone Christian Church
495 Wyckoff Ave.
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Sundays at 9:00am
Our Youth Sunday program is designed to help middle and high school students forge meaningful friendships, deepen their understanding of Jesus, grow in Bible literacy, and navigate their formative years through the lens of faith. Youth Sunday provides a welcoming space for students to connect with God and with one another.
Get Connected
Want to learn more about Cornerstone Youth or our middle and high school youth groups? Fill out the form below to get more information or to get connected.
A Diverse Team of Leaders
At Cornerstone Youth we believe God has made every person unique and different. We also believe God loves diversity with all of His people. With that in mind, we try our best to have a well-rounded and diverse team of paid and volunteer leaders of different ages, backgrounds, and vocational callings. Each youth life group has two or three adult leaders to grow in relationship with students as they help guide them on their spiritual journey.
Meet The Team
Youth Ministry Team
Hello! I'm Jack and I am the team leader for our Family Ministries team. That means I get to oversee our awesome Family Team staff and support them in any way I can. Most of my time goes to our middle and high school students and all the programming for them.
Jack Hein
Pastor of Youth & Family Ministries
Hey! I'm Luke, and I oversee AWANA and Kids Church on Sunday mornings for 2nd-5th graders! I also assist with the middle school youth group on Tuesdays. In my free time, I like to run, eat, and have game nights with friends. I am blessed to serve in this role and am grateful to be able to invest in the next generation!
LUKE OSTERHUS
Director of Elementary Education
Hey, I’m Garrett. I am the Youth Director overseeing Middle School programming and Youth Sundays. Just like everyone on the Family team, I am excited to engage the next generation in the community of the church and communicate the Gospel alongside parents. If we haven’t met, feel free to pull me aside and introduce yourself! I’m always interested in a new face!
Garrett Arters
Director of Youth Ministries
Hello! I'm Jack and I am the team leader for our Family Ministries team. That means I get to oversee our awesome Family Team staff and support them in any way I can. Most of my time goes to our middle and high school students and all the programming for them.
Jack Hein
Pastor of Youth & Family Ministries
Hello! I'm Jack and I am the team leader for our Family Ministries team. That means I get to oversee our awesome Family Team staff and support them in any way I can. Most of my time goes to our middle and high school students and all the programming for them.
Hey! I'm Luke, and I oversee AWANA and Kids Church on Sunday mornings for 2nd-5th graders! I also assist with the middle school youth group on Tuesdays. In my free time, I like to run, eat, and have game nights with friends. I am blessed to serve in this role and am grateful to be able to invest in the next generation!
LUKE OSTERHUS
Director of Elementary Education
Hey! I'm Luke, and I oversee AWANA and Kids Church on Sunday mornings for 2nd-5th graders! I also assist with the middle school youth group on Tuesdays. In my free time, I like to run, eat, and have game nights with friends. I am blessed to serve in this role and am grateful to be able to invest in the next generation!
Hey, I’m Garrett. I am the Youth Director overseeing Middle School programming and Youth Sundays. Just like everyone on the Family team, I am excited to engage the next generation in the community of the church and communicate the Gospel alongside parents. If we haven’t met, feel free to pull me aside and introduce yourself! I’m always interested in a new face!
Garrett Arters
Director of Youth Ministries
Hey, I’m Garrett. I am the Youth Director overseeing Middle School programming and Youth Sundays. Just like everyone on the Family team, I am excited to engage the next generation in the community of the church and communicate the Gospel alongside parents. If we haven’t met, feel free to pull me aside and introduce yourself! I’m always interested in a new face!
Belonging and Participating in the Church
Meet the Students
Upcoming Events
We have so many events and activities in addition to our regularly scheduled programming. Seasonally, we have weekend retreats, special fun events like color runs and murder mysteries, worship services, and missions trips here, near, and far. We hope you can join us for these events.