You’re not alone. We all have struggles to overcome. Whether big or small, these destructive thoughts and habits hold us back from the life we want—and the life God calls us to live.
Concerned about your student’s well-being? Learn how Re:generation for Students provides hope and support for those facing isolation, harmful behaviors, or signs of depression.
The student program is much shorter and is offered in sessions with defined start and finish dates. While Re:generation can sometimes last around one year, the Re:generation for Students program is only 12 weeks. This program is designed to offer a basic introduction to the steps of healing given to us by God through the Bible.
No. Re:generation for Students is for anyone in grades 9-12 who is seeking God’s help with the brokenness in their life and is willing to do the work required by this 12-week program. If you’re ready to get well, use our ‘Find a Group’ page to find a location near you.
Students will participate in gender-specific Step Groups arranged by grade (when possible), which can have up to 8 students led by 2 adult group leaders. In Step Groups, students will discuss their weekly book work, which contains three short lessons (about 10-15 minutes each), an inspiring testimony from a former participant, and an activity called a “footprint” that marks progress. Lessons are designed to help students more fully understand the steps of healing given to us by God through the Bible. The group provides a safe place for participants to be known, accepted, and encouraged to continue walking the steps toward healing. Students usually spend between 60-90 minutes meeting with their Step Group one time each week.
At the start of each weekly gathering there is also a teaching time. For programs that serve several Step Groups at once in a ministry night format, this teaching time is often live for all participants and features testimonies. For organizations running a small group study format, meeting only with their Step Group, this teaching is usually a short video at the start of each group.
Participants should bring at least one parent or trusted adult to the first orientation meeting, where you’ll discuss how to best support students throughout the program. Parents play a vital role in encouraging their student during this journey. While the program is designed for students to process and grow alongside their peers, parents are kept informed and can reach out to program leaders with any questions. Many parents or trusted adults find it helpful to have their own copy of the curriculum to better understand and engage with what their student is learning.
The program is led by a committed leadership team who have completed Re:generation or have spent time serving with students. Re:generation for Students requires all potential leaders to:
- Participate in a face-to-face interview with the local organization’s staff overseeing and hosting the program
- Complete a criminal background check for the local organization’s staff overseeing and hosting the program
- Review the leadership policies and safety procedures, and sign a statement acknowledging that they have read, understood, and agree to comply with policy requirements
This program does not promise a quick fix. Students who fully engage with the curriculum should expect to learn about the love, goodness, and power of God; and how to—over the span of a lifetime—daily walk the steps of healing given by God through the Bible.
This program does not offer licensed professional counselors, psychologists, clinical diagnoses, therapies, treatments, or referrals. Students who fully engage with the curriculum should expect to discover that biblical Christ-centered discipleship and community are fundamental building blocks for healing and recovery.
This program is not committed to strict confidentiality or anonymity. Students who participate should expect the church to follow the Bible’s guidance to care for them and take action as advocates for their healing, health, and safety. We will notify the appropriate authorities (parent or guardian, law enforcement, etc.) immediately if we have any suspicion that a student is facing imminent danger or demonstrates a pattern of behavior that could endanger them in the future. (Matthew 18:5-6, Proverbs 31:8) As required by law, we will report any allegations or suspicions of abuse or neglect to the appropriate state authorities. (Romans 13:1) We will encourage students to submit to the authority of scripture and to share with others in the body of Christ as the Bible directs. For example, biblical practices like confession and making amends will call students to have conversations with people outside of this program. (1 Corinthians 12:25-27, James 5:16, Matthew 5:23-24, 1 John 1:7)
