ABOUT US
At FBC Columbus, our Student Ministry exists to encourage students to turn their beliefs into a lifestyle shaped by the Gospel. We seek to equip them to confidently defend their faith, engage in deep community, and serve others through leadership, evangelism, and discipleship. We aim to cultivate a generation of Christ-followers who live with conviction, purpose, and a passion for the ways of Jesus.
Wil was born in Louisville, Kentucky, but primarily lived in Suwanee, Georgia during his growing-up years. He graduated from Lambert High School in 2020, before moving to Clinton, Mississippi, to attend Mississippi College. While at MC, Wil studied business administration, met his wife Anna, and served on staff at FBC Clinton in various roles. After completing his undergrad in 2023, Wil began his professional career as an internal auditor with a business consulting firm in the Jackson-Metro area. Wil joined the FBC Columbus Team in August of 2024.
Each Wednesday night, FBC Students meets at 6:00 PM in the Gathering Space for a time of worship, teaching, prayer, and community. We offer transportation from New Hope High School for students needing a ride to church.
Our gathering is centered on the Word of God—we teach the Word, sing the Word, pray the Word, and challenge students to live out the Gospel in everyday life.
We meet each week with three primary goals:
To create a sincere, Christ-centered environment where students can experience and practice genuine worship through song, Scripture, prayer, and biblical community (Colossians 3:16; Acts 2:42).
To equip students through text-driven, large-group teaching that helps them become fully devoted followers of Christ (Matthew 28:20; 2 Timothy 3:16-17).
To foster a Gospel-centered, family-like community where students feel known, loved, and challenged in their faith (Hebrews 10:25; Titus 2:2–7).
Following our church-wide worship gathering at 9:45 AM, students gather in the Gathering Space at 11:00 AM for Sermon Recap Discussion Groups. Instead of using a separate curriculum, we intentionally center our Sunday mornings around the same sermon text preached to the whole church—creating cohesion between what students hear in worship and what they process in community.
Led by rotating adult leaders from our church body, these groups give students space to engage with Scripture, ask questions, and apply truth in a way that’s both personal and communal. This model deepens understanding and encourages students to respond to God’s Word—not just hear it and move on.
We believe this approach strengthens discipleship for three key reasons:
1. Fostering Community and Accountability – Small group settings build authentic relationships and spiritual accountability (Hebrews 10:24–25).
2. Encouraging Open Discussion and Growth – Students are given space to wrestle with the sermon text and sharpen one another in faith (Proverbs 27:17).
3. Facilitating Mentorship and Discipleship – Older believers model faithful living and guide students in applying the Word (2 Timothy 2:2).
By keeping Sunday mornings tied directly to what the entire church is learning, we aim to help students grow in step with the body and live in step with the Gospel.