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Unlocking College Success: Two-Part Workshop Series September 6 & 13 | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Join us for a two-part interactive workshop designed to equip middle and high school students (grades 6–12) and their parents with the tools for college success.
Workshop Topics:
Part 1 (Sept 6): Start Early and Finish Strong + Time Management & a Meaningful Summer
Part 2 (Sept 13): The Final Four for Seniors + College Visits, Tours, and Fairs
Space is limited—register today and take the next step toward a successful college journey!

Meet The Team

Samuel Sweetser

Role: Minister of High School Ministries

Educational Background: University of the Nations, Discipleship Training School; New Testament Theology, Impact International School of Ministry

Minstry Focus: With over 21 years in youth and young adult ministry and 22 years in professional dance, entertainment, and global missions, Samuel is passionate about connecting people to God in creative and culturally relevant ways. His ministry focuses on knowing God and making Him known, preaching the Gospel through hip hop, spoken word, and other creative arts, and leading young people in discipleship to become disciple-makers.

Personal Bio: Samuel loves people, the creative arts, and spending quality time with his family.

Erika Walker

Role: Minister of Middle School Ministries

Educational Background: Eastern Michigan: BA Communication and Electric Media and Film | Rhema Bible College: Youth Ministry | 15 years Owner and Operating Infinity Athletics Cheer and Dance | 9 years as youth minister of Christian life Center church in Ypsilanti, MI

Ministry Focus: Our goal is for the children to learn to worship God, know His love for them and gain an understanding of their purpose and value in Christ. Our prayer is that through the understanding of His love, their lives will be eternally transformed in a safe environment. Our purpose can be found in the Ephesians 3:17-18.

Personal Bio: I have always had a love for children and helping them find their God given purpose. I truly enjoy laughing and having fun. I love to watch movies, going for walks and spending time with my family.

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Erika Walker

Role: Minister of Nursery thru Pre-K Ministries

Educational Background: Eastern Michigan: BA Communication and Electric Media and Film | Rhema Bible College: Youth Ministry | 15 years Owner and Operating Infinity Athletics Cheer and Dance | 9 years as youth minister of Christian life Center church in Ypsilanti, MI

Ministry Focus: Our goal is for the children to learn to worship God, know His love for them and gain an understanding of their purpose and value in Christ. Our prayer is that through the understanding of His love, their lives will be eternally transformed in a safe environment. Our purpose can be found in the Ephesians 3:17-18.

Personal Bio: I have always had a love for children and helping them find their God given purpose. I truly enjoy laughing and having fun. I love to watch movies, going for walks and spending time with my family.

Erika Walker

Role: Minister of Nursery thru Pre-K Ministries

Educational Background: Eastern Michigan: BA Communication and Electric Media and Film | Rhema Bible College: Youth Ministry | 15 years Owner and Operating Infinity Athletics Cheer and Dance | 9 years as youth minister of Christian life Center church in Ypsilanti, MI

Ministry Focus: Our goal is for the children to learn to worship God, know His love for them and gain an understanding of their purpose and value in Christ. Our prayer is that through the understanding of His love, their lives will be eternally transformed in a safe environment. Our purpose can be found in the Ephesians 3:17-18.

Personal Bio: I have always had a love for children and helping them find their God given purpose. I truly enjoy laughing and having fun. I love to watch movies, going for walks and spending time with my family.

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