Student Ministry Architects at Fall Weekend Camp with students

Student ministry architects

 

Who We Are

Founded in response to a high demand for Youth Pastor placement, Student Ministry Architects was created to help churches “win” with interim student ministry solutions. Our passion for the local church and the next generation drives us to ensure that a church’s student ministry can thrive during periods of transition, and this commitment has led to us serving over 15 churches since 2021. As a ministry of YCI (Youth Commission International), we exist to disciple students, partner with parents, develop volunteers and support church leadership.

Student Ministry Architects Four Pillars

What we do

  • SMA will enter your church and provide student ministry programming. Our programming includes curriculum, games, slides and small group questions. You can find an example of a sermon series packet here. Through this approach, students will be immersed in a dynamic environment that is intentionally designed to encourage them to pursue meaningful discipleship.

  • SMA uses events to create a welcoming environment where students can have fun and build relationships. These gatherings provide a natural opportunity for students to be evangelistic by inviting their friends into Christ-centered community.

  • As an extension of YCI (Youth Commission International), we are experts in equipping students to advance the Great Commission through establishing Bible clubs on school campuses.

  • Recognizing that parents serve as the primary source of Biblical leadership for students, SMA is committed to fostering effective partnerships with them. We provide bi-annual workshops, offering training and information on a range of cultural and theological topics. Additionally, we maintain regular communication, sharing monthly-themed resources and keeping parents informed about the happenings in the student ministry.

  • SMA is temporary, but we want your volunteers to last forever! This is why we work to equip your current team as well as assist you in recruiting and retaining future volunteers to maintain momentum for the next Student Pastor.

  • SMA knows that transition is hard for church leadership, and this is why we seek to make this interim season as easy as possible. In addition to providing robust youth ministry programming, we can also assist you in searching for your next Student Pastor.

What We Offer

what churches are saying

“Student Ministry Architects (SMA) was the perfect solution for our church during an important time of transition. SMA helped us evaluate where we were with our student ministry, discern areas where we needed to grow, and aided in the search for our next full-time hire. They did all this while providing high-quality programming, staffing, and admin support at a more than reasonable cost. I would recommend SMA to any church looking for a quality full-time or interim student ministry solution!”
— Jeremy Brackett, Bethel Church of Midland
“Working with SMA has been extremely impactful for our ministry. Getting to work with student pastors that have years and years of experience has allowed me to enjoy what I do best by trusting their wisdom and experience. I highly recommend partnering with SMA so that your church can continue having kingdom impact.”
— Michael Chadwick, Moments of Hope Church

core STAFF

Student Ministry Architects Director Lucas Williams
 
 

LUCAS WILLIAMS

SMA DIRECTOR

Student Ministry Architects Administrator Caitlyn Boland
 
 

CAITLYN BOLAND

SMA ADMINISTRATOR

Student Ministry Architects Multi-Site Director Logan McElroy
 
 

LOGAN MCELROY

MULTI-SITE DIRECTOR


Contact us

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