About Us
He must become greater; I must become less. - John 3:30
Pier 56 is a small group community of 5th & 6th graders who CONNECT with Christ & His family, GROW in love, character & spiritual maturity and who are equipped to GO share the Good News with others. Our focus in 25/26 is celebrating God’s Creation through outdoor adventures. Activities and events include things like "destination unknown", winter camp, community service projects, weekend missions encounter and Serve MT - a mission trip here in Montana on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation.
We gather Wednesday Evenings, 6-8 PM -Dinner is provided for students starting at 5:30 PM so come early for food & fellowship! Special events & activities during school breaks and Saturdays throughout the year.
Snacks | Games & Activities | Bible Lesson | Discussion | Service Projects & Leadership Development
Snacks | Games & Activities | Bible Lesson | Discussion | Service Projects & Leadership Development
SnowCraze '26 - January 16 - 19
Get ready for a weekend packed with winter adventure, powerful worship, and time to grow deeper in your faith!
Pier 56 is attending SnowCraze at YAA in January! Mark your calendar for an epic weekend that will change your life.
Who Can Come?
Pier 56 is attending SnowCraze at YAA in January! Mark your calendar for an epic weekend that will change your life.
Who Can Come?
- Current 6th graders.
- Engaging teaching from dynamic speakers
- High-energy worship sessions
- Epic snow tubing and outdoor winter fun
- Games, small group discussions, and plenty of hot chocolate
- Time to connect with friends and make new ones
- Register online with YAA to save your spot, as soon as possible. We do expect this event to reach capacity quickly.
- Pay registration fees to Belgrade Alliance Church - Pier 56 by January 2, 2026
- Pay Online Here - Includes a $11 credit card processing fee.
- Pay with cash or check made out to "Belgrade Alliance Church" at Pier 56.
- Plan to attend SnowCraze student-parent meeting on January 6 @ 6:30 PM
Pier 56 Fall Calendar
Ministry Leader
Grace Veltkamp
Pier 56 Ministry Intern
First, and foremost, I am a daughter of the King and love Jesus! I am passionate about camping and youth ministry, and am especially drawn to the middle school age group. I have served as part of the Yellowstone Alliance Adventures staff team for several summers, which has truly helped me grow in my faith & confidence. I am blessed to serve as an intern at BAC, leading the Pier 56 Ministry for 5th & 6th grade students, while pursing NextGen Ministries at Crown College online.
Stay Connected
Find us on Discord and get connected today! This is the official social channel of Pier 56. Both students & parents are encouraged to join, so you don't miss any last minute happenings!
Get Registered
Signup for Pier 56 today! Each student attending Pier 56 needs to have a current 25/26 registration form on file so that we can love you well! Pier 56 students are age 10+ 9/10/25 and are in 5th grade. Register Online Here