My name is Forrest Walker, and I am honored to step into the role of Interim Student Minister. This season is both humbling and exciting for me, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside our students, families, and church during this time.

 
Before stepping into this role, I spent several years as a teacher, which deeply shaped my heart for students; not just academically, but personally, emotionally, and spiritually. I’ve always believed that young people don’t just need information; they need to be seen, heard, and genuinely cared for. My desire in youth ministry is to create a space where students feel safe asking hard questions, growing in their faith, and discovering who God has created them to be.

 
As Interim Student Minister, I’m not coming in with the goal of reinventing everything. Instead, I’m looking forward to building trust, providing consistency, and helping maintain a strong foundation during this transitional season. I am excited to invest in relationships, encourage spiritual growth, and support what God is already doing in the lives of our students.

 
I am especially looking forward to walking with students through Scripture, having honest conversations about faith and life, and helping them see that following Jesus is not just something for Sundays—it is something that shapes who we are every day. My prayer is that this time will be one of stability, encouragement, and meaningful growth for our youth ministry, and I am so thankful to be a part of it.