Learning to Love God
and Lead People.

Whoever you are, wherever you're from, you are welcome here.

Here at West Side, we desire to be witnesses to our world of the redemptive, transformative truth of the gospel. This mission begins with our youth. To that end, West Side Youth seeks to be a ministry that raises up students to be the next generation of leaders who love Jesus Christ and desire to serve Him and His church. This does not happen overnight. Each and every one of the activities we do – the retreats, mission trips, conferences, service opportunities, small groups, and Bible studies – are intended to grow our youth’s passion for God, His Word, and serving His people. Come and join us in this powerful and welcoming community!  

Memorial Day Retreat

Memorial Day Retreat

Memorial Day Weekend, May 22-25, 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable Memorial Day Retreat! West Side Youth is heading out for a retreat packed with non-stop fun, powerful worship, and serious chill time with your friends—and with God. 

Here’s what’s going down...
Waterfront fun – Sports + Games – Adventure Games
Hangouts –  Worship & Teaching

When: May 22–25 (Friday after school through Monday afternoon)
Where: Lakeside Bible Camp on beautiful Whidbey Island
Who: All Middle & High School students

Register Now!

Youth Scholarships Available

Completed application and supporting materials are due in to West Side Presbyterian Church office by May 5, 2026 (1:00pm). If you prefer to submit your completed application and support materials via mail, the package must be postmarked by May 1, 2026.

There are two types of scholarships available to would-be college students from West Side:  

Virginia and Barrie Rice Memorial Scholarship

To be considered for the Virginia and Barrie Rice Memorial Scholarship, an applicant must be a full-time student at a four-year evangelical Christian college, graduate school or theological seminary, and must be a member active in the life of the church, or a young person active in the youth program.

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Harvey Morey Memorial Bible School Scholarship

The Harvey Morey Memorial Bible School Scholarship is provided to those who would like to have the thorough grounding of a Bible school education. Any member of West Side or young person actively involved in the youth program, any missionary we sponsor or child of said missionary is eligible to apply.

Application

Youth Missions

“What you’ll get is the Holy Spirit. And when the Holy Spirit comes on you, you will be able to be my witnesses in Jerusalem, all over Judea and Samaria, even to the ends of the world.” Acts 1:8

West Side Youth Ministry believes mission experiences are an important part of faith development, and we strive to give students a variety of opportunities to serve during their years in the youth program. We rotate our mission experiences every three years: an evangelism training conference, a domestic trip, and a cross-cultural experience.

What To Expect

Fun, Friendship, & Growth

Fun, Friendship, & Growth

At West Side, we are committed to helping our youth become passionate followers of Jesus Christ. Whether it's through discipleship groups that help them gain a deeper understanding of God’s word, or meaningful mentor relationships that come alongside them on this journey, we strive to lay a foundation for growing closer to God.

Worship Service is for Everyone

Worship Service is for Everyone

We believe there is great power in having many different generations worshiping God together, and we want our youth to be a part of that. Youth are welcome and encouraged to join our worship service on Sunday mornings.  

Getting out of the Church Walls

Getting out of the Church Walls

We think it is incredibly important to get our youth outside of our church walls and into the world. We do this in a variety of ways from retreats to service projects, all designed to grow and engage our youth in a fun way designed for them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Confirmation class is offered for middle school & high school students who are interested in taking their faith further. During this class, students will learn and practice using the language of the faith and see that Jesus calls them to a purpose that is bigger than themselves. The class covers the Biblical narrative, Christian theology, Presbyterian Polity, and what it means to be The Church.  

The purposes of YLT are to give high school students the opportunity to:  Develop skills as a Christian leader  Utilize their talents as leaders in West Side Youth Ministry programs and activities  Be part of an intentional community of students who are serious about faith in Jesus Christ and living their faith in all areas of their lives 

YLT students lead our youth ministry in spiritual growth, commitment to service and involvement in activities. YLT students take seriously the importance and responsibility of leadership. Committing to YLT is more than just attending the monthly gatherings; it is committing and contributing to West Side Youth Ministry by participating in events, serving others and working to be a Christ-Centered student. 

For more information, contact Sarah at sarahjdillard@gmail.com.

Grow Your Faith, Make An Impact, Serve 

Opportunities to serve within the church include assisting in children’s ministry, participating in worship and media teams, welcoming guests, and supporting outreach efforts. Beyond the church, engage in community service such as volunteering at shelters, organizing donation drives, and participating in overseas mission trips. 

Serving provides young people with opportunities to develop leadership skills, build relationships, and grow in their faith while making a meaningful impact. 

For more information on how to get involved, contact Stacy Kutz at stacy@wspc.org.

At West Side, we recognize parents as primary disciple-makers and believe partnering with them is key to building a lasting, personal faith in the next generation. We’re here to listen, support your family, provide valuable resources, and answer any questions as we walk this journey together. Feel free to reach out to Stacy Kutz at stacy@wspc.org.

West Side Youth Staff

We are praying for you and your youth and would love to connect with you. Email Carter Galgano, our Associate Director of Youth and Worship, at carterg@wspc.org if you have any concerns or would just like to chat.