At The Gates Church we don't see middle schoolers and high schoolers as kids who need to be rescued from all the craziness of the world, we see them as "gonna be leaders" who will change their world in Jesus' name now and later. Below are some of the ways we are currently gathering middle and high for the life changing work of Jesus.
This event is designed for
Middle and High School students and includes a scenic holiday tour on Monday, December 22, 2025.
Event Schedule
- Departure: Meet at the church for a 45-minute drive to the bay.
- Dinner & First Stop: We will provide dinner at
while checking out the
, a volunteer-run tradition featuring a "Willy Wonka" theme this year.
- The Main Event: We’ll head to Lights on the Bay at Sandy Point State Park, a two-mile drive-through light show featuring over 70 animated displays along the Chesapeake Bay.
- Return: We will be back by approximately 9:00 PM.
Parent Information
- Permission: If your student is attending, please email Austin at austin@thegateschurch.com to provide official permission.
- Questions: For any other details or questions, feel free to reach out to Austin directly at the same email address.
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