The Youth Engagement Program was developed by the deacons to form a partnership between the deacons and the youth group to serve our congregation and community, focusing on the core ministries the deacons support. These ministries include Vine Maple Place, Maple Valley Food Bank, and Passage Point. Two high school students who are actively involved in the MVC youth group will be selected annually by the deacons to carry out assigned duties with the support and guidance of the deacons and youth staff. Student liaisons will work together to promote and coordinate youth engagement in community service activities in the church and local community. Student liaisons are encouraged to attend monthly deacon board meetings which are held the last Wednesday of each month.