Chosen Youth Ministry
Go Higher. Reach Further. Join the Tribe.
Chosen Youth Ministry
Go Higher. Reach Further. Join the Tribe.
Go Higher
Going Higher is about growing in our personal relationship with Jesus. Through prayer, worship, discipleship, and God’s Word, we encourage every student to develop a faith of their own and continually become who God has called them to be.
2 Peter 3:18 | Hebrews 6:1
Reach Further
Reaching Further is about serving, helping, and ministering to the world around us. Reaching for the lost, serving our community, and helping others in any way that we can.
Mark 10:45 | Acts 1:8 | Matthew 28:19
Join The Tribe
Joining the Tribe is about finding belonging, building meaningful friendships, and growing together as part of the body of Christ. No student should have to navigate life alone. God has given us a community where we can encourage one another, discover our purpose, and become stronger together.
1 Peter 2:9 | 1 Corinthians 12:27
What We Offer
Youth Nights
Home Groups
Every Other Wednesday
Home Groups create a relaxed setting where students can build genuine friendships and grow together. Through conversation, food, activities, and honest discussions about faith and life, students find a community where they can ask questions, receive encouragement, and know they belong.
Youth Class
One Sunday Per Month
Youth Class offers students a dedicated space to engage with God’s Word in a clear and accessible way, as an alternative to Sunday adult service. These sessions focus on biblical teaching and preaching, helping students grow in their understanding of Scripture and how to apply it to everyday life. Each class also includes time for connection and fellowship, allowing students to build relationships while they learn.
Our Leaders
Jalen and Esther Mauk
Youth Pastor
Jalen and Esther Mauk currently serve as the Youth Pastors at Antioch Central. They have a tremendous burden for the youth of today. It is their hope and desire to equip and help young people become all that God has called them to be. On a daily basis, Jalen works full-time for Antioch and Esther is a TSA for Belvedere Elementary, as well as a real estate agent with JPAR MD Living. In their free time, they enjoy playing board games, going on Chick-fil-A dates, trying new coffee shops, and spending time with their youth, family, and friends.
Jalen & Esther Mauk
Youth Pastor
Jalen and Esther Mauk currently serve as the Youth Pastors at Antioch Central. They have a tremendous burden for the youth of today. It is their hope and desire to equip and help young people become all that God has called them to be. On a daily basis, Jalen works full-time for Antioch and Esther is a TSA for Belvedere Elementary, as well as a real estate agent with JPAR MD Living. In their free time, they enjoy playing board games, going on Chick-fil-A dates, trying new coffee shops, and spending time with their youth, family, and friends.
The Youth Team
We are blessed to have such a vibrant and enthusiastic Youth Team at Antioch Central! This passionate group of dedicated individuals is passionate about inspiring and guiding the young hearts and minds within our youth group. The team is committed to fostering an environment of love, growth, and relationship, and enjoys being able to offer support, encouragement, and guidance to youth group members.
We are blessed to have such a vibrant and enthusiastic Youth Team at Antioch Central! This passionate group of dedicated individuals is passionate about inspiring and guiding the young hearts and minds within our youth group. The team is committed to fostering an environment of love, growth, and relationship, and enjoys being able to offer support, encouragement, and guidance to youth group members.