Your Network Could Change What Happens in Schools Across Canada

Partner with us to equip Grade 10 students in your churches to share the good news of Jesus – through their schools and beyond.

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Why Networks Matter

The Student Leadership Collective is built around local churches. But the fastest path to reaching churches we don’t yet know is through the leaders who already have their trust.

When a denomination director, regional superintendent, or network leader champions SLC – through a newsletter, a gathering, or a single conversation – it opens doors that no digital campaign can.

You already have influence. We’re asking you to consider using it.

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What You’re Championing

SLC is a six-month, church-rooted leadership journey for Grade 10 students. It equips them to grow in courage and faith, and to bring Alpha into their schools.

It is not a parachurch replacement for local ministry. It is a tool in the hands of the local church – designed to strengthen what churches are already doing, not compete with it.

Students remain fully integrated into their church communities throughout the year. Mentors come from within those churches. And every student trio is accountable to their local pastor or youth leader.

What Partnership Looks Like

We’re not asking for an official endorsement or organizational commitment. We’re asking for a conversation.

From that conversation, the most natural next steps are usually one of these:

A mention in your network newsletter or communications
An introduction to 3-5 youth pastors who might be a strong fit
A few minutes at a regional gathering or youth workers’ event
A shared link that gives your pastors a direct path to learn more

That’s it! We do the rest.

The Opportunity in Your Network

In 2027, our goal is to grow SLC to 400 students from churches across Canada.

Every province and territory represented, but the depth of participation in any given denomination or region depends almost entirely on whether someone with relational trust has opened the door.

SLC is designed to serve all contexts, the trio model works in a church of 20 students just as well as a church of 200. Your network may include exactly the churches we most want to reach.

Geographic Priorities (2027)

We are actively seeking stronger participation from churches in:

Manitoba

Prince Edward Island

French-language Catholic and mainline congregations

If your network has presence in any of these regions, we’d especially love to talk.

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Let’s connect!

We’d love 15 minutes to share what SLC is doing and explore how your network might be involved.

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We’ll follow up within two business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if we can’t find a second student yet?

We encourage identifying two students from the same school, but we understand contexts vary.

If you’re still working through potential pairings, you can begin the process and confirm details shortly after.

We’re happy to discuss specific situations with you.

How much time does SLC require?

Students will participate by:

Connecting with their trio (their friend and their mentor)
Meeting with their pod (their trio plus a few more)
Joining an online session each month with everyone
Attending one in-person gathering over a weekend
Planning and running Alpha in their school

The structure is intentional but sustainable.

What if our church or youth group is small?

Church size is not a limiting factor.

We’ve seen strong engagement from small and rural congregations.

The trio model supports sustainability in any context.

What does running Alpha in school actually look like?

Students are trained and supported to run Alpha in their schools through relational invitation.

Alpha provides a structured, conversation-based framework that aligns with the local church’s mission.

Do students need to feel “ready” before applying?

We are not looking for polished leaders.

We are looking for students who are willing to grow.

Formation happens throughout the year.

Can students apply if all trio details aren’t finalized?

Yes.

Initial applications can be submitted while confirming mentor and pairing details.

What happens after students complete SLC?

Students complete SLC equipped to contribute meaningfully to both youth ministry and school-based mission.

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