Red Hills Youth
Red Hills Youth
Middle School Class is held during the 11:00AM gathering every Sunday morning. Pastor James or a youth leader will walk students through the Bible in a discussion-based gathering. Meet us in The Studio to worship and learn together!
Our Middle School Youth Group is on Sunday nights from 4:30-6:00PM! We have free time in the building to start the night. Then, we meet in the auditorium for a game, worship, and a message! Lastly, we split off into smaller groups to discuss the message.
Our High School Youth Group meet on Sunday nights from 6:00-8:00PM! We have free time in the building to start the night. Then, we meet in the auditorium for a game, worship, and a message! Lastly, we split off into smaller groups to discuss the message.
New to Red Hills Youth?
Is your student wanting to check out Red Hills Youth for the first time? Fill out our “Welcome Form” so we can make sure that your student feels welcomed and a part of our family the second they walk through the doors at one of our gatherings!
Red Hills Youth Merch
We have Red Hills Youth Merch available for anyone to purchase. All purchases help go towards fundraising for the youth group, and you will look pretty cool with whatever you choose to get!
Current Series:
Freedom Found
Freedom Found is a journey through Romans 7-9 that points students to the freedom they’re truly longing for. This freedom is found in not trying harder or doing better but in Jesus. This series walks honestly through the struggle with sin, the weight of guilt and shame, and the fear that we’ll never change, and then boldly proclaims the hope of the gospel: in Christ, there is no condemnation, no separation, and no wasted suffering. As we move through these passages, students will see that real freedom is rooted in God’s mercy, secured by Christ’s love, and sustained by the Spirit.
We would love for you and your students to prayerfully consider who God might be inviting you to bring along on this journey.
Freedom Found is especially designed with the heart of invitation because the freedom Jesus offers is meant to be shared. While every night will center on the gospel, we are intentionally creating welcoming, relational spaces on January 11 (PJ Night – Romans 8:1-17), January 16 (High School Lock-In — Romans 8:18-30), and February 8 (Combined Youth Super Bowl Party – Romans 9:19-33) for students to invite friends who are searching for hope, freedom, and belonging. Please join us in praying that God would use this series to change lives through the power of the gospel.
Parent Connection
We want to partner with you in connecting with your students around what we’re teaching at Red Hills Youth. With Parent Connection, we have a goal of equipping you with practical, Scripture-centered ways to encourage and disciple your students at home.
Daily Discipleship Guides:
Red Hills Youth Podcast
We want to partner with all parents as they disciple their students because we know the majority of discipleship happens at home. To keep families updated with our teachings, we have launched our youth messages in podcast format!
The podcast will include weekly teaching plans, access to the audio podcast, and an occasional devotional from Pastor James. There will also be other resources, in addition to the weekly teachings, that you can use as a tool to engage with your students!
Our podcast is now available on all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Google, and Spotify.
Meet Pastor James Busch!
Meet Pastor James Busch!
James Busch serves as the Youth & Young Adult Pastor at Red Hills Church, where he is passionate about leading students into a transformative relationship with Jesus and equipping them to live out their faith in everyday life.
James met his wife, Olivia, while studying at Corban University, and the two were married in August 2022. He completed his Master of Divinity in May 2024. Together, they’re raising two wonderful kids named Tucker, who is 2-years-old, and a newborn baby girl named, Navy Rae.
Beyond ministry, James enjoys running, playing basketball, coaching cross country at Newberg High, and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Red Hills Youth Happenings
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Come & See Discipleship Group
Weekly gathering for all youth of Newberg to be discipled and study Scripture together.
Wednesdays from 10:00 - 11:30AM at C.S. Lewis School Gym (1605 N College St, Newberg)
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High School Winter Lock-In
Get ready for one of the biggest nights of the year — our High School Lock-In! From the moment you check in to sunrise, the night will be packed with food, friends, worship, and non-stop fun.
We’ll kick things off with worship and a message, then dive into an unforgettable lineup of games and activities — including:
- Nerf Night (bring your own Nerf gear!)
- Silent Disco
- Late Night Show & Talent Moments
- Games all throughout the church
- Optional Sleep Rooms (Guys and Girls separated)
- Food and snacks all night long!It’s a night designed to help students grow closer to Jesus and build community that lasts — all while staying up way too late.
Cost: FREE until December 31! ($15 per person after that)
Location: Red Hills ChurchTime: Check-in begins at 7:30 PM | Pick-up at 7:00 AM
Once you sign up, you’ll get a confirmation email with everything you need — including the full schedule, packing list, and a few surprises.
Don’t miss it. Invite your friends and get ready for the most fun (and meaningful) all-nighter of the year!
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Middle School Nerf Night
Get ready for an all-out Nerf battle and one of the most epic nights of the year! Our Middle School Nerf Night is packed with food, games, and nonstop fun all across the church.
Grab your friends, load your gear, and prepare for a night full of action — featuring:
Nerf Battles (bring your own blasters and ammo!)
Games all throughout the church
Loads of pizza and snacks
Surprises and fun activities all night long
The event is FREE until January 31, then $15 per person after that — so don’t wait to register!
Once you sign up, you’ll get a confirmation email with what to bring and a full schedule for the night.
Bring your Nerf gear, your energy, and your friends — it’s going to be a blast!
