Redefine Success

Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.

The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.

You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.

The Youth Room…Still Giving House Vibes 10 Years Later

By Jeff Grosskopf
Youth Pastor

It’s been 10 years since we remodeled our youth room from a cluttered, unfocused space into the warm place we now call “The House.” From the beginning, we wanted a space that helped students feel like they belonged. A decade later, I’m convinced that creating a sense of home matters more than ever. Not just the space itself, but the relationships formed within it.

Home is where life happens.

Relationships are built, tested, repaired, and strengthened.
Identity takes shape.
We learn who we are and who we’re becoming.

At its best, home is a safe harbor.

Life moves fast for our students. School, sports, jobs, friendships, expectations, screens. It’s a lot.

They need a place to slow down and simply be.
A place to rest.
To think.
To reset.

Then head back out stronger.

We are not trying to replace anyone’s home. The home is primary. But we do want to create another space that feels safe and welcoming.

A place where students are known, loved, served, and celebrated.

Where friendships deepen and faith takes root.

Where real conversations about real life and real faith happen.

Time in The House gives students space to focus on what matters most, surrounded by peers who are pursuing a growing relationship with Christ.

This only happens when trusted adults choose to step in and stay. Students do not just need a great room. They need a consistent presence. Adults who know their names, remember their stories, ask good questions, and model a steady life with Christ. Programs help. Presence shapes. And that investment carries further than we often see.

We’re expecting a large influx of 6th graders next year, and we are excitedly looking for more adults to join us on Wednesday Nights and/or Sunday mornings. If you feel even a small nudge to learn more about our space and our students, reach out. I would love to have a conversation about what serving alongside us could look like.

Thank you for trusting us with your students. Thank you for praying. Thank you for showing up.

Peace,
Jeff

PS, If you’re a parent or grandparent and want to understand more about why family and home matter so much for today’s kids — especially Gen Alpha — check out the research from the Fuller Youth Institute. Their recent work shows that young people (born 2010 and later) often feel most comfortable and secure at home, and that in-person connection with family and trusted adults is deeply tied to how they make sense of identity, belonging, and purpose. This kind of insight can help you see why your presence, encouragement, and engagement matter for our students here at BCC Youth.

Gen Alpha and Faith | Part 1: Insights on an Emerging Generation

Turn Intention Into Action

Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.

The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.

You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.

Make Room for Growth

Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.

The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.

You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.