ECHO Students: Youth Ministry & Teen Community
We are excited to announce our new Interim Directors for our ECHO Students!
Andrew Whatley
Interim Director of High School Ministry
Andrew has been faithfully serving in our student ministry for several years as both a Wednesday night leader, Sunday morning teacher, and going along with the group for many of the different student ministry events throughout the years. Andrews' gifts for teaching and discipleship will be a definite advantage for our student ministry while he is serving here!
awhatley@fpcdouglasville.org
Sarah Cordle
Director of Middle School Ministry
Sarah was raised at FPC, and we have had the privilege of watching her go from a student to an intern, and now she is taking her next step into what many can see as a clear calling to ministry. Sarah has been honoring that call in her life the past few years by faithfully serving in our children's ministry, but will now be stepping up to serve our middle school students. This is a great opportunity for our church family, as many of our middle schoolers know Sarah from their time in First Kids, and it is a way for her to continue her ministry to them!
scordle@fpcdouglasville.org
Serving Kids & Teens in Grades 6-12 | First Presbyterian Church in Douglasville, GA
Welcome to ECHO Students, the vibrant, family-friendly youth and teen community at FPC Douglasville! Our passion is to echo the love of Jesus Christ in our local neighborhood and beyond. Through dynamic weekly gatherings, intentional relationship-building, and hands-on community service, we help middle school and high school students discover what it means to truly belong, believe, and be a witness.
If you have been searching for a warm, welcoming church near you that actively supports kids and teens as they navigate their faith journey, we invite you to check out ECHO. We are a proud, active Presbyterian Church dedicated to walking alongside families in Douglasville, GA.
Weekly Gathering Times & Schedules
Summer Events & Local Community Service
Even when our regular mid-week gatherings take a summer break, the fun doesn't stop! We host exciting activities, camp trips, and local community service projects throughout the year, designed to keep our youth connected. It is a fantastic way for new teens to make fast friends in a safe, family-friendly environment.
Stay Updated
The easiest way to keep up with our schedule is on Instagram. Give us a follow on Instagram, @echofpc, for real-time announcements, pictures, and upcoming dates!
Reach Out & Connect With Us
Whether you're brand new to Douglasville, Georgia, or simply searching for a welcoming church for your kids, we would love to meet you and your family. If you have any questions about our children's ministry, teenager programs, or Sunday service times, please don't hesitate to contact us!
Scott York, Assistant Pastor of Missions and Discipleship
Email: scott@fpcdouglasville.org
Phone: 770-942-0710
Grow Groups
Grow Groups are for youth in grades 8-12. The guys and girls meet separately and do a deep dive into a bible study. Guys will meet in the student center in the church. Girls will meet at the Yorks' home.
For more information, please email Scott or Courtney.
scott@fpcdouglasville.org
courtney@fpcdouglasville.org
FPC ECHO
We are so excited to announce the launch of our Middle School Grow Group! Our goal is to create a welcoming space where students can grow in their faith both individually and together, while building lasting friendships.
We will meet once a month on Sunday evenings from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Mark your calendars for our upcoming dates this fall:
October 25
November 29
December 27
What to Expect:
Each session will include:
Dinner (provided at each meeting)
Fun group games
Bible study
Fellowship
Over the next three months, we will be going through the Book of Philippians. My goal is for students to dive into God’s Word, learn practical tools to read and study the Bible on their own, and engage in great discussions with each other.
Need a Bible?
If your student doesn't have a Bible of their own and would like one, please reach out to me! We would love to provide one!
We can't wait to get started!
Many blessings,
Sarah Cordle
scordle@fpcdouglasville.org
We are Hiring!
We are looking for a passionate and relational Part-Time Director of High School Ministries.
This position focuses on making disciples, equipping parents, developing volunteers, and reaching high school students in our church and community.
The Director will provide leadership for weekly programming, retreats, mission trips, confirmation, volunteer development, and student outreach while helping students move from unbelief to belief and from belief to spiritual maturity.
If you have a heart for student discipleship, strong leadership skills, and a desire to partner with families in raising the next generation of Christ-followers, we’d love to hear from you.
Please email Scott York at scott@fpcdouglasville.org for more information.
