Better together.
Whoever you are, wherever you're from, you are welcome here.
We’re a community of students learning to follow Jesus together—growing in faith, building real friendships, and discovering what it means to live with purpose. Our mission is simple: to Reach the One. Whether it’s a friend, a neighbor, or someone you’ve never met, we believe every person matters and that God can use anyone to make a difference.
Our core values shape who we are:
Know Him – We want to truly know Jesus, not just learn about Him. It’s about a real relationship that changes everything.
Own It – Faith is personal. We take it seriously and choose to live it out in our everyday lives.
Grow It – No one’s perfect, but we believe in growing together, step by step, day by day.
Show It – What we believe should be seen in how we live, love, and lead.
We believe that age doesn’t limit impact. As 1 Timothy 4:12 reminds us, “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” That’s our aim—to live with intention and influence, right where we are.
Wherever you’re at in your faith journey, there’s room for you here. Come as you are, grow at your pace, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
Our core values shape who we are:
Know Him – We want to truly know Jesus, not just learn about Him. It’s about a real relationship that changes everything.
Own It – Faith is personal. We take it seriously and choose to live it out in our everyday lives.
Grow It – No one’s perfect, but we believe in growing together, step by step, day by day.
Show It – What we believe should be seen in how we live, love, and lead.
We believe that age doesn’t limit impact. As 1 Timothy 4:12 reminds us, “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” That’s our aim—to live with intention and influence, right where we are.
Wherever you’re at in your faith journey, there’s room for you here. Come as you are, grow at your pace, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
Wednesday Evenings
6:30pm-8:30pm
Every Wednesday night we have YTH Group for 6th-12th graders. Join us for worship, games, a message, and small groups! YTH goes from 7:00pm - 8:30pm and the doors open for hanging out at 6:30 PM.
About New Life YTH
Get to know more about what makes us different.
We’re all about real faith and real life. Our core values shape everything we do:
Whether you're just curious or all in, there's a place for you here!
- Know Him – We’re here to know Jesus personally, not just know about Him.
- Own It – Faith isn’t just for Sundays; we take it personally and live it daily.
- Grow It – We’re committed to growing deeper in our relationship with God.
- Show It – We live out our faith in how we love, serve, and lead others.
Whether you're just curious or all in, there's a place for you here!
Speed the Light
Speed the Light challenges our youth to help disciple students to live a life of generosity as they become personally responsible for the mission of God by helping our missionaries make Jesus known throughout the world.
With a new generation of youth being ALL IN to spread the gospel, there is no limit to how we can help reach the lost, restore the broken, feed the hungry, house the orphan, and impact the world water crisis. We are only beginning to see what God will accomplish through this generation.
For more about Speed the Light, click here .
With a new generation of youth being ALL IN to spread the gospel, there is no limit to how we can help reach the lost, restore the broken, feed the hungry, house the orphan, and impact the world water crisis. We are only beginning to see what God will accomplish through this generation.
For more about Speed the Light, click here .
Yearly District Events
Fine Arts Festival
(March)
(March)
The Fine Arts Festival is an exciting opportunity for students to discover, develop, and deploy their God-given talents. From music and drama to writing, photography, and beyond, this event celebrates creativity with purpose. Whether you're participating or cheering others on, it's a powerful experience that encourages spiritual growth, excellence, and community.
Summer Camp
(June)
(June)
SD Summer Camps are all about fun, faith, and life-changing moments. It's a week packed with powerful worship, relevant teaching, outdoor adventures, and lasting friendships. Whether you're around the campfire or at the altar, it’s a place where students encounter God in a real and personal way. Don’t miss the GREATEST week of your summer!
SD Youth Conference
(November)
(November)
SDYC is a high-energy weekend where students from across South Dakota come together to grow in faith, build friendships, and encounter God in powerful ways. With dynamic worship, relevant teaching, and tons of fun, it’s more than just a conference—it’s a movement. Come expecting God to move and leave changed!
SD NextGen AIM Trips
(Summer)
(Summer)
SD NextGen AIM Trips gives students the opportunity to go beyond the walls of the church and live on mission. As trip locations change each summer, students serve alongside missionaries, learn the heart of global missions, and see how God can use them to make an eternal impact on lives both locally and globally.
