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
24 Hour Encounter Poverty & Missions Experience
24 Hour Encounter is a 24-hour poverty awareness & missions experience for Pier 56 students. This event will give students a glimpse of what life is like in extreme poverty. We will also explore missions, both on a global and local scale. Students will be inspired to take their faith to the next level, as they consider what God would have them do to love those who don’t know Jesus, and who don’t live the way we do.
This event will prepare students for the Ashland SERVE trip happening in July 2025 and is open to current 5th & 6th grade students. Adults interested in joining us are encouraged to reach out to Millie Veltkamp for more information.
Cost is $5. Please bring fee in cash.
Registration deadline is June 1. Minimum of 3 students need to register for event to happen.
June 6 & 7 | Belgrade Alliance Church & Surrounding Area
This event will prepare students for the Ashland SERVE trip happening in July 2025 and is open to current 5th & 6th grade students. Adults interested in joining us are encouraged to reach out to Millie Veltkamp for more information.
Cost is $5. Please bring fee in cash.
Registration deadline is June 1. Minimum of 3 students need to register for event to happen.
June 6 & 7 | Belgrade Alliance Church & Surrounding Area
Pier 56 Spring 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!