Warehouse
7th–12th Grade Student Ministry
Jesus is real. Join us on the journey to get to know Him.
Warehouse is a place for students in 7th–12th grade to connect with Jesus, build friendships, ask hard questions, and explore what faith looks like in everyday life.
You don't have to have everything figured out. Come as you are, bring your questions, and join us on the journey.
When
Wednesdays during the school year
Break during the summer
Who
7th–8th Grade · 6:15–7:30 PM
9th–12th Grade · 7:00–8:15 PM
Where
Warehouse meets in the Warehouse building across the parking lot from Decorah Covenant Church.
You don't have to attend Decorah Covenant Church to be part of Warehouse.
Just Show Up and Jump In
There is no check-in or registration process for Wednesday nights. When you arrive, head to the Warehouse building and jump in.
You don't need to know someone before you come. You don't need to attend DCC. Students in 7th–12th grade are welcome.
What Can I Expect?
No Two Warehouse Nights Are Exactly Alike
Warehouse gives students time to connect with Jesus and with friends who are also pursuing Jesus. Each week is an opportunity to learn, connect, ask questions, and grow together.
You can expect a place where you can:
Ask Hard Questions
Students have space to wrestle with questions about life, faith, and how the two intersect.
Connect With Others
Warehouse is a place to build friendships with other students and connect with adults who are there each week.
Have Fun
Warehouse gives students something different from the rest of their day—a place to laugh, spend time together, and experience something new.
Grow in Faith
Students have the opportunity each week to connect with Jesus and explore what it means to follow Him.
No one has everything figured out. Warehouse is a place to ask questions, wrestle with faith, and grow together.
For Students. Why Join Warehouse?
Find People Who Are on the Journey With You
Warehouse gives you a place to connect with friends who are also pursuing Jesus.
Bring Your Questions
You don't have to have all the answers. Warehouse makes space for hard questions about life, faith, and how they intersect.
Have a Place to Be Yourself
Warehouse is something different from the rest of your day—a place to connect, have fun, and spend time with people who care about you.
Get to Know Jesus
At the heart of Warehouse is time to connect with Jesus and grow in your faith.
What we do at Warehouse
Wednesday nights are at the heart of Warehouse, with additional opportunities for students to connect throughout the year.
Every Wednesday during the school year, students gather with their peers and adult volunteers for Warehouse.
Each week provides time to connect with Jesus, connect with friends, ask questions, and grow together.
Holy Ground is an all-city youth worship night held approximately once each quarter.
Students from the community come together for an opportunity centered on worship and faith.
Students can connect informally with JJ during Office Hours at Impact Coffee on Thursdays from 3–5 PM.
This is an opportunity for students to spend time with JJ outside of Wednesday nights.
Each year, high school students have the opportunity to participate in a summer trip.
The trip rotates between:
- Adventure
- Missions
- A large national conference
These opportunities give high school students another way to experience Warehouse and grow together.
Come Hang Out With Us
There's always something happening with Warehouse.
Check out upcoming Warehouse gatherings, Holy Ground nights, Office Hours, trips, and other student ministry events.
Warehouse – Club 56
Warehouse – Middle School
Warehouse – High School
JJ’s Impact Office Hours
Warehouse – Middle School
Warehouse – High School
The Table
Students are also invited to join The Table, DCC's Wednesday night gathering where people of all ages share a meal and grow as disciples together. Warehouse operates separately from The Table.
Meeting times and programming may change throughout the year. Check the church calendar for the most current information.
For Parents Why Warehouse?
Safety and Spiritual Growth Come First
The safety of students and their spiritual growth are the highest priorities of Warehouse.
The student ministry has significant experience running a safe and successful student ministry, and all Warehouse volunteers must pass a background check.
Adults Who Show Up
Warehouse volunteers provide a consistent presence on Wednesday nights. They assist with the program, lead small group discussions, and connect with students.
Students Are Taken Seriously
Warehouse gives students space to ask hard questions and wrestle with matters of life and faith and how they intersect.
Transportation Is Communicated With Families
Warehouse volunteers do not transport students without prior communication with families.
Meet the Warehouse Team
Warehouse is made possible by a team of adult volunteers who give their time because they care about students and want to walk alongside them. Volunteers provide a consistent presence, assist with programming, lead small group discussions, and connect with students.
They're not here because they have everything figured out. They're here because they're willing to listen, ask questions, share life, and keep growing alongside our students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Warehouse? You're not the only one. Here are some of the things students and parents often want to know before coming for the first time.
Warehouse is open to all students in 7th–12th grade. Students do not need to attend Decorah Covenant Church to participate.
No. There is no check-in or registration process for Wednesday nights.
Just show up and jump in. You don't need to know someone before you come.
Warehouse meets in the Warehouse building across the parking lot from Decorah Covenant Church.
Warehouse meets every Wednesday during the school year.
- 7th–8th Grade: 6:15–7:30 PM
- 9th–12th Grade: 7:00–8:15 PM
Warehouse takes a break during the summer.
No. Warehouse and The Table are separate.
However, Warehouse students are welcome to join the meal portion of The Table before Warehouse begins.
All Warehouse volunteers must pass a background check.
Not without prior communication with families.
Volunteers provide a consistent presence on Wednesday nights, assist with the program, lead small group discussions, and connect with students.
Holy Ground is an all-city youth worship night held approximately once each quarter.
JJ holds informal Office Hours at Impact Coffee on Thursdays from 3–5 PM, giving students an opportunity to connect with him outside of Wednesday nights.
New to Warehouse? We'd Love to Have You.
You don't need to attend DCC. You don't need to know someone. You don't need to register ahead of time.
Just show up and jump in.
If you're curious about Warehouse, have a question, or want to connect before coming, we're happy to hear from you.
I'm a Student or Parent
Want to ask a question or find out how to get connected?
I Want to Volunteer
Want to help make Warehouse happen? We'd love to connect with you about volunteering with students.