CORE
CORE is our student ministry program for middle and high school students. Our vision for ministry is to be an encouraging community of disciples sent to build the kingdom of God. We exist to be a fun, encouraging, and discipleship-oriented environment for all students.
What to Expect
Sundays
Both middle and high school meet on Sundays at 10:30 AM in the auditorium, where we have snacks, games, teaching, community, table discussions, and, of course, candy. We have awesome teachers and table leaders who will help our students think deeper about their faith and how to practically apply it to their lives and their spheres of influence. Our purpose for Sundays is to be a learning environment that equips and challenges students with the essentials to be a committed disciple maker beyond high school.
Wednesdays
Middle and high school students meet from 6:45 to 8:45 PM on Wednesdays, but in different locations within Hershey Free Church. We have an awesome cafe (check out our chocolate chip cookies), games, chill spaces, dynamic speakers and small group leaders, and a whole lot of fun.
For Parents
CORE Leaders Needed!
We’re in need of Sunday morning table leaders! Sunday morning leaders help guide and facilitate discussion with students at their tables. We will also train you and provide you with all necessary resources to help lead the table discussion. This opportunity is more flexible and does not need to be a weekly commitment. If you are interested in serving please reach out to Nick
CORE Parent Connect | Sundays | 10:30 AM | T-Wing: Room 403
Each Sunday at 10:30 AM, parents of children who attend CORE have the opportunity to connect for Bible study and fellowship. We share so many of the same joys, as well as challenges, as we seek to lead our students to know and love Jesus better. We are currently doing a study by Andy Stanley called Twisting the Truths.
Grocery Cards for Giant
Earn money for student trips by purchasing grocery gift cards for Giant! For each gift card purchased, 5% of the total will be added to a student account for future CORE trips (including Winterblast and summer mission trips). Cards are available in $50 or $100 denominations and can be purchased by debit or credit card. Grocery cards can be picked up from Deb Webster in the receptionist office during business hours or from Bridget during CORE.
For Students
Sundays | 10:30 AM | Auditorium
Wednesdays | 6:45 to 8:45 PM
- Middle School | T-Wing: Rooms 401 - 404
- High School | Auditorium
REMINDER! There are no off-site Home Groups this year. Instead, we are enjoying small group nights at HFC on the first Wednesdays of the month.
Winterblast 2027 | Friday, January 15 - Sunday, January 17, 2027
WinterBlast is a winter retreat hosted by Camp Orchard Hill (https://www.camporchardhill.com/) in Dallas, PA, for both middle and high school students. This weekend is designed to help students grow in their relationship with God, their peers, and their leaders. Throughout the weekend, students will have the opportunity to hear from an engaging speaker, worship together, participate in small group time, and take part in numerous winter-related activities, including tubing on the grounds of the camp (weather permitting). We will depart Friday (1/15/27) afternoon and return Sunday (1/17/27) afternoon. The theme for this year is "Undivided," and the key verse that will drive the weekend is Psalm 86:11: "Teach me your way, Lord, that I may rely on your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name.” The signups for Winterblast are currently full, but if you would like to be placed on the waitlist, please email Nick at nmance@hersheyfree.com.