NEXT GEN

We believe that parents are the greatest influence on their teens, and we commit to partnering with families by creating a fun, engaging, and meaningful experience for youth in Grade 6 through High School.

Games! Worship! Teaching! Small group discussion! And, of course, snacks!

Pursuit meets the 2nd + 4th Wednesday nights each month. These nights help to give youth a sure foundation in their faith and meaningful friendships that will last a lifetime!

When: 2nd, 4th, + 5th Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm
Location: The Wiethoff’s home, Hanover

On the first Wednesday each month Next Gen is completely led by the youth! Live worship, discussion, games… The youth are large and in charge. And it’s amazing!

When: 1st Wednesday 6:30-8:39pm
Location: The Wiethoff’s home, Hanover

Bring your friends! Tell everyone!

The fun is contagious at our Next Gen parties, volleyball nights, and special events planned each month on the 3rd Wednesday.

Our teens are influencers! And they have so much to offer the Body of Christ.

We want to help teens plug in to our Dream Team and find ways to grow and use their gifts right here, right now.

Mario gave his life to Christ at 16 and has been actively involved in youth and college ministry ever since. He’s passionate about building strong, Christ-centered communities where students can grow in their faith—and have fun along the way!

Julia encountered Jesus at 18 while serving in the military. Afterward, she played college hockey at Bethel University, where she met Mario. Since 2022, she’s been working with Influence Next Gen, committed to helping students know Jesus and build lasting relationships rooted in Him

Mario and Julia are a married couple passionate about seeing Jesus move in this generation. They currently live in Plymouth , Minnesota with their daughter, Haven. Together they lead Influence Church's Next Gen Ministry where they are discipling our youth into strong, heathy, passionate young people who are on fire for Jesus and ready to Influence our world.