The Gap Youth

05/12/2026

The Gap Youth Tonight
Tonight we are serving up grilled cheese with tomato soup! Come for a toasty time on this rainy day.

⏰ 6:30-8PM
🚪 Doors open at 6:15PM

Come hang out, bring a friend, and grow closer to Jesus with us tonight.

Upcoming Events
🏕️ Camp 180 - July 6-10
Registration is now open! Here's the link:
https://www.merrillwesleyan.com/camp-180

🎉 End of Year Party Update:
Next week is our last week together (May 19). We have a fun pizza party planned for you.

We've got a lot to look forward to - see you tonight!

04/28/2026

The Gap Youth Tonight

It’s Spaghetti Night 🍝
Twirl your fork and bring your appetite — this is one you don’t want to miss.

⏰ 6:30–8PM
🚪 Doors open at 6:15PM
Come hang out, bring a friend, and grow closer to Jesus with us tonight.

Upcoming Events
🏕️ Camp 180 — July 6–10
Registration is now open! Here's the link:
https://www.merrillwesleyan.com/camp-180

🎉 End of Year Party Update:
The End of Year Party and last night of The Gap has been moved to May 19 due to the Spring Band Concert.

We’ve got a lot to look forward to — see you tonight!

04/21/2026

CAMP 180 Registration is open!

Camp 180 is dedicated to seeing lives transformed as students encounter Christ and pursue Him more deeply. Through powerful God-centered messages, breakout sessions, worship experiences, caring counselors, and exciting activities, campers are encouraged, challenged, and strengthened in their faith. Every year, we see students find healing, renewal, friendships, and a closer walk with Jesus.
We are excited for Camp 180 and all that God is going to do this summer!
📍 Location:
Manton Christian Camp
9528 East 16 Road, Manton, MI 49663
📅 Camp Dates:
Monday, July 6th – Friday, July 10th
⏰ Check-In:
2:00 PM on Monday, July 6th
Main Speaker: Jason Fullum
📖 Theme Verse:
"I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus."
— Philippians 3:14

Breakout Session Speakers:
• High School: Trevor Heyd
• Middle School: Pastor Andrew Thompson

Who Can Attend?
• Middle School: Students going into 6th–8th Grade
• High School: Students going into 9th Grade – Graduated 12th Grade

Cost:
Early Registration (Until May 31st)
• $170 per student
• Family Discount (2 or more): $155 each
After May 31st
• $180 per student
• Family Discount (2 or more): $165 each
📌 All registrations are due by Sunday, June 22nd
Scholarship Opportunities:
If your student needs financial assistance, HLWC has scholarship opportunities available. Please text Pastor Andrew for more information.

📄 Parent Packet:
A parent packet will be texted to all registered students two weeks before camp with important details and final instructions.

👉 Register today: https://www.merrillwesleyan.com/camp-180

04/21/2026

The Gap Youth Tonight

It’s Pancake & Sausage Night 🥞
Stack your plate and bring your appetite — this is one you don’t want to miss.

⏰ 6:30–8PM
🚪 Doors open at 6:15PM

Upcoming Events
🏕️ Camp 180 — July 6–10
Registration is now open! Here's the link:
https://www.merrillwesleyan.com/camp-180

🎉 End of Year Party Update:
The End of Year Party and last night of The Gap has been moved to May 19 due to the Spring Band Concert.

We’ve got a lot to look forward to — see you tonight!

04/14/2026

The Gap Youth Tonight
It’s Taco Night 🌮
You’re going to want to be here for this one.

⏰ 6:30–8PM
🚪 Doors open at 6:15PM

Come hang out, bring a friend, and grow closer to Jesus with us tonight.

Upcoming Events
🏕️ Camp 180 — July 6–10
More info and registration link coming soon.
☀️ Last day of The Gap before summer break: May 26

We’ve got a lot to look forward to — see you tonight!

04/11/2026

What an incredible time we had at Fusion 2026!

This was a limited-seat, invite-only trip, and it wasn’t easy choosing who would go. Through prayer, we felt led to take these students—and we prayed God would move in their hearts in a real way.

We’re heading home tired—but full of joy and purpose. Seeing students step away from the noise and lean into their faith was powerful.

We’re celebrating that 3 of our teens took steps closer to God this weekend. Moments like these remind us why it all matters-bridging The Gap between teens and God.

Thank you for your prayers—God is moving in the next generation!

04/07/2026

The Gap Youth Tonight!
It’s Hot Pretzels & Cheese Night 🥨🧀
You knead to be here for this one.

⏰ 6:30–8PM
🚪 Doors open at 6:15

Come hang and grow closer to Jesus 🙌

03/31/2026

🚫 No Gap on March 31
Spring Break is here!
Take the week to relax, have fun, and we'll catch you back on April 7th! 🙌

03/24/2026

The Gap Youth Tonight!
It's Nacho Bar Night
This is nacho average youth group 😉
Students will enjoy a fun, encouraging night growing closer to Jesus.

📍 Doors open 6:15PM
🕡 Youth runs 6:30-8PM
🚫 No youth group on March 31 due to HL Spring Break

03/22/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Kynlea. She was kind, and so much fun. We will truly miss her. Please join us in praying for those that she left behind.

Teens, Pastor Andrew is here for you. Please don’t grieve alone. Reach out.
(989) 965-3546.

Parents, guardians, staff, and students,

It is with a heavy heart that we inform our community of the loss of one of our HLHS students. On Friday, March 20th, Houghton Lake High School freshman Kynlea Robson tragically passed away. At this time, as we respect the privacy and wishes of Kynlea’s family, we do not have further details to share with the Bobcat community. As the family deems appropriate, we will communicate more in the future.

Kynlea was bright, kind, and had an amazing sense of humor. If you knew her, you knew that few things meant more to her than her contributions to Bobcat Basketball, where she was a member of our girls’ JV team this year. A consummate teammate, friend, and classmate, Kynlea leaves a void that cannot be filled.

The impact of this loss on our building cannot be overstated. In response, we will have counselors and social workers from HLCS, COOR ISD, and Mid-Michigan Health Services available to support staff and students during school tomorrow. If your student needs support, please do not hesitate to contact us, and we will arrange services.

At this time, we ask that you respect the privacy of Kynlea’s family as they navigate this devastating loss. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at (989) 366-2005 or via email at [email protected]

Sincerely,

Jeffrey Goodwin

03/17/2026

Due to power outage The Gap Youth is NOT meeting tonight.
Stay safe and warm.