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 24/25 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 Fridays Afterschool - Following the Belgrade Middle School Calendar
2:30 - 5:00 PM - Hangout time after until parents can pick-up, between 5 - 5:30.
Our leaders meet students at Belgrade Middle School to walk over from school - leaving at 2:20 PM.
We gather early on BMS Friday early release days.
Snacks | Homework Help | Games & Activities | Bible Lesson | Discussion
2:30 - 5:00 PM - Hangout time after until parents can pick-up, between 5 - 5:30.
Our leaders meet students at Belgrade Middle School to walk over from school - leaving at 2:20 PM.
We gather early on BMS Friday early release days.
Snacks | Homework Help | Games & Activities | Bible Lesson | Discussion
Special Events
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Our Pier 56 students are hoping to provide ingredients for a Thanksgiving Meal to four families in the Belgrade community, and they are looking for a little help. Even a little bit makes a big difference!
- Pray! Pray that we would be able to collect the food we need, that we would connect with four families that God would like us to bless, and that our students learn to love and serve others through this project.
- Nominate a family that could use a little help creating a memorable family Thanksgiving. Email nextgen@belgradealliance.com or call 406.388.6030 to learn more and to nominate a family.
- Donate food, games or money to help us bless our "adopted families". All donations need to be at church on or before November 22. Take a look at our shopping list below and signup for what you would like to bring, so we can avoid duplicates. Feel free to drop off any "other" items you would like to share.
- Donation bin located near the office at church.
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 24/25 registration form on file so that we can love you well! Pier 56 students are age 10+ 9/10/24 and are in 5th grade. Register online today!