Next Generation


If you are in middle school or high school the Next Generation program at Church of the Open Door is a great place for you to belong.

You will find real relationships, serving opportunities, and consistent support as you face day to day life issues. We want to provide an opportunity for you to dig deep into yourself and others, to live life with someone walking along side you, and experience authentic community.

Come. Belong. Learn what it means to lead a more Christ-centered life.

Select from the links to the left to learn more about the various Next Generation opportunities available at Open Door.

Subscribe to the Next Generation (audio) Podcast!

April Parent Forum (audio files)
Part 1 (m4a) | Part 2 (m4a) | Part 3 (m4a)


Mentoring Philosophy
The goal of the mentoring program is to assist in the holistic development of the next generation and empower them to be positive influences in the world. The approach is to build caring, one-on-one relationships between teens and young adults in their 20s. Through these relationships, young people have an opportunity to grow emotionally, socially, intellectually, and spiritually. They can also develop the character and skills needed to help enrich and connect with the larger community around them. 

The structure of the program includes various environments that are created to help the mentoring relationships flourish. They include service opportunities within the local community, along with large and small group experiences at Open Door. Within each environment, mentors and students will participate in numerous experiences aimed at developing their understanding of themselves, God, and others.