Youth Group

Our Youth Group serves students in grades 7–12 and meets regularly on Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM during the school year. In addition to our weekly gatherings, we host special events throughout the year that our students look forward to. During the summer months, we often partner with other local churches for joint events, reflecting our commitment to investing in and supporting our surrounding community.
The safety of your child is very important to us. All volunteers and leaders involved in TVAC Kids and Youth Ministries have completed State Police Criminal Background Checks and Child Abuse Clearances in full compliance with current Pennsylvania childcare laws. Our ministry policies are designed to ensure that every child is safe, cared for, and supported.
A meal is provided at each gathering, and we also offer a van ministry that can pick up students from the Tower City area, Williamstown, Wiconisco, and Lykens.


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Youth Group/Van Conduct Policy
Attention, all parents and guardians!  Youth Group Ministry is not only an exciting adventure but also a privilege extended to children and youth in the Williams Valley Area. We kindly ask that your children understand and respect the following policies to ensure the safety and smooth operation of The Youth Group Ministry and transportation to and from Twin Valley Alliance Church. Please take a moment to discuss these guidelines with your kids.

Transportation Guidelines: 🚐 Riding the Church vans is a privilege that comes with responsibilities. 🚫 Children/youth should not disrupt the safe operation of The Teen Youth Group Ministry or Church vans. 🗣️ Conversations about respectful behavior and cooperation with van drivers and helpers are encouraged.
Disciplinary Infractions on the Church van include but are not limited to:
  1. Not following instructions from the van driver or helper.
  2. Remaining seated and facing forward while the van is in motion.
  3. Avoid littering or throwing items inside or out of the van.
  4. No fighting, bullying, or any form of physical altercation.
  5. Maintain a peaceful environment; avoid yelling or unnecessary noise.
  6. Please refrain from eating or drinking in the van.
  7. Using inappropriate language is not allowed.
  8. Any form of property damage is strictly prohibited.
  9. Participating in or encouraging immoral behavior of any kind, which includes viewing or distributing pornography in any form on any personal electronic device
Conduct Expectations at any of The Twin Valley Alliance Church ministries, including The Kids  Sunday School, Teen Youth Group Ministries, but are not limited to:
  1. Harming or threatening to harm yourself or others physically, spiritually, or emotionally, including bullying in any form or disrupting another’s experience
  2. Care for Twin Valley Alliance Church property and prevent destruction.
  3. Running indoors is only permissible during designated games/events.
  4. Harming or threatening to harm yourself or others physically, spiritually, or emotionally, including bullying in any form or disrupting another’s experience.
  5. Vaping and or possessing illegal or harmful substances • Possessing weapons or dangerous items of any kind (if specifically authorized, certain items may be provided and used in supervised activities
  6. Leaving without following proper procedures (without permission)
In case of disobedience: 📝 If a child/youth fails to follow church/van rules, the incident will be documented, and parents will be informed as appropriate. ⚖️ Consequences will match the severity and frequency of the misconduct. 🚫 Repeated or serious misconduct might lead to the suspension of Van or The Teen Youth Group Ministry.

Home Pickup for Misconduct: 🏠 In severe cases where misconduct requires a child's departure, parents/guardians will be contacted and expected to pick up the child/youthe the description goes.
Youth Group Van Transportation Information
The Twin Valley Alliance Church offers van transportation for children who wish to attend Youth Group, which is for students in 7th grade and above.  The Teens Youth Group Ministry will notify you, via your preferred method of communication indicated on the registration form, when your child will be added to the pickup schedule. You will also get a notification from the Twin Valley Alliance Church on Saturday night to check in with you if your child will be attending Youth Group.  If you have any questions, feel free to email us at contact@twinvalleyalliancechurch.com, fill out a contact form on our website, or send a message through .We look forward to serving your family and providing a safe, enriching experience for your teen.
Youth Group: Illness & Attendance Policy
Please don't allow your child to attend Youth Group Ministry if they have had a fever or vomiting in the previous 24 hours. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at contact@twinvalleyalliancechurch.com, fill out a contact form on our website. We look forward to serving your family and providing a safe, enriching experience for your child!