In recent months, Open Life has been interviewing and seeking a new youth pastor since Jon Parker communicated his transition out of youth ministry and into policing at the beginning of 2025. After a thorough search, we’re excited to have found an incredible leader from within our own community, Michelle Paxton. READ THE BLOG POST

Student Life is the ministry of 6th through 12th grade students at Open Life.  We are united around the mission of students leading students into a growing relationship with Jesus.  We are uniquely positioned in a region with 8 unique school districts within a 10 mile radius and wide open opportunities to impact students in Middle School and High School.

We do this through weekly groups, monthly events and outreach opportunities.

If you are in 6th – 12th grade this group is for you!  Every Tuesday we gather at The Gathering Place for fun, inspiration and growth in a relationship with Jesus and each other.