For additional information on Youth Ministry activities and events, please call Minister Danille Brown at 732-826-5293 x1129 or email danielleb@thecathedral.org. To read about the "great accomplishments" of our youth click here.
YOUTH MINISTRIES
Children's Church “Little Saints in the House” - (Ages 3-7) – ext. 1824
"Ministry to children" is what takes place in Children's Church. Leaders are deliberate in their efforts to teach children how to include God in their whole life experience. Their mission is to teach children ages 4 - 7 the fundamentals of worship, lead them into a meaningful, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and guide them in nurturing and developing that relationship. "Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6
2nd and 4th Sunday during the 10:30am service
Chosen Generation (
Chosen Generation Services are designed to develop leadership skills, self-confidence and dedication 
to Christian living among adolescents. These services include singing, dancing, arts and crafts and relevant bible teaching.
Meets: 2nd and 4th Sunday during the 10:30am service @ The Spot Youth Chapel (
Xtreme Church (Ages 13 - 21) - ext. 1129
Min. Danielle Brown
This monthly worship service integrates traditional worship with contemporary expression is an edifying, emancipating, educating and evangelizing tool led by our Youth and College Students.
Meets: 2nd & 4th Sundays at 11:00am @ The Spot Youth Chapel (
Teen Church Asbury Park & Plainfield (ages 13 - 17) ext. 1134
Young people ages 12 through 17 attend
2nd and 4th Sunday at 7:30am in
2nd and 4th Sunday at 6:00pm in
New Generation Bible Study – ext. 1129
This bible study is designed for teens and covers a variety of relevant topics helping teens to apply the Word of God to their daily lives and foster the development of a close relationship with Jesus Christ
Meets:
Every Tuesday at 7:30pm in
Every Wednesday at 6:30pm in
Every Wednesday at 7:00pm in
The S.P.O.T (Sanctified Powerful Overcoming Teens) – ext. 1129
This weekly fellowship is filled with a variety of activities from roller skating,
bowling, game nights, musicians shedd, club night, concerts and more! The S.P.O.T is a safe place for teens to cultivate friendships and participate in healthy acitivities.
Meet: Every Friday 7:00pm -10:30pm in
Acolyte Ministry (Ages 6 – 21) – ext. 1129
The Acolyte ministry prepares young people for life-long service in the
Meet: Every 4th Saturday @ 1:00pm
*Acolytes Minister every Sunday at all services.
Joy Bell Choir (Ages 3 – 11) ext. 1122
"Let the little children come to me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the
Meet: Every Friday at 7:00pm
*Joy Bells Minister every 3rd Sunday at 10:30am Service
New Generation Choir (Ages 12 - 17) - ext. 1122
New Generation is our middle and high school age choir. This group ministers at services monthly and at special events and conferences.
Meet:
Every Wednesday 7:30pm – 8:30pm in
Every Wednesday 8:00pm – 9:30pm in
*New Generation Ministers every 3rd Sunday at 7:30am and 10:30am Services
New Jersey Orators (Ages 5 - 21) - ext. 1842
NJ Orators at The Cathedral is a local chapter of the statewide non profit organization (New Jersey Orators). They strive to improve the public speaking skills of students between the ages of 7 and 18, thereby increasing their self-confidence, leadership skills and ability to maximize career choices and academic success. Students who take part in NJ Orators always speak with eloquence, have knowledge of their subject matter, and are comfortable in who they are.
Meet: Every Wednesday at 7:00 pm (Cornerstone Complex)
Nursery Ministry (up to age 3) – ext. 1845
This ministry is certainly more than just a baby sitting experience. They impressively implement a Bible curriculum that helps young children understand the "basics" of Jesus Christ. The teaching they receive "plants the seed" that grows as they are continually nourished with the Word of God. The ministry to "little people" is located in a loving, warm and welcoming environment. Parents also volunteer to assist in this ministry.
Available every Sunday at all services. Located in the
Kingdom Dancers (Ages 4 – 17) ext. 1837
This ministry goes forth in dance expressions of worship that are holy, and dedicated to God. They usher in God's presence and makes His praise glorious. "Let them praise his name in the dance" Psalm 149:3
*Youth Dancers Minister every 3rd Sunday at 7:30am and 10:30am services
Cathedral Steppers ext. 1837
Meet: Every Friday from 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Cathedral Youth Doorkeepers (Ushers)
The Youth Doorkeepers serve the worshipping congregation. The duties of an usher include meeting, greeting, and seating worshippers entering into sanctuary; providing worshippers with church related materials and attending to the needs of the members and visitors. Members of the Ushering Ministry are committed and dedicated to the cause of Christ and represent the general character of the church. "I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness." Psalm 84:10
Nailah Girl’s Mentoring Ministry – ext. 1859
The objective of Nailah is to have the older, Christian women help nurture and develop young girls ages 13 through 18. Seven areas of discipline are concentrated on with the final result being a Rites of Passage program for the young girls. The areas of discipline are: Spirituality, Family-hood/History, Sexuality/Hygiene, Creativity, Financial Management/Careers, Etiquette and Social Grace,
Meet: Every 1st Friday and 3rd Saturday
Khalfani Male Mentoring Ministry – ext. 1836
The Khalfani Ministry is a mentoring program for boys from age 5-17. The ministry uses a group mentoring approach to teach them how to become Godly men and productive members of their community.
Meet: Every Friday at 7:00pm in
True Love Waits (Ages 10-18 and Parents) – ext. 1129
A 5-week program teaching biblical standards for sexual purity