African American Baptist Church fostering spiritual growth and fellowship

Youth

Ministry

Young people are not just the church of tomorrow — they are the church of TODAY! Students, if you think you’ve tried all the Baptist churches near me in St. Paul, and they’re all the same, you haven’t visited Progressive Baptist Church. The Bible and the Christian faith are as relevant as tomorrow’s Internet news headlines, and that’s how we do things at PBC. Come join us as we explore Biblical truth and how it shapes our lives and futures!

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African American Baptist Church sharing gospel preaching and teachings

Vision

Grow in our faith daily, Educate and Demonstrate Jesus Christ, and Live a lifestyle of biblical holiness

Community-focused African American Baptist Church in St. Paul, MN

Mission

To transform lives and develop disciples that allow the inner freedom to be in Jesus Christ.

Guiding Principles

Core Values

Joshua 22:5 and Galatians 5:22-30

Boldly live and model our foundational Core values in our daily lives through Active Faith that Includes a Devoted Prayer life, and Servant Leadership.

Collaboration

1 Corinthians 1:10 and 12:7-19

Elevate Collaboration and communication among ministries that inform, engages, supports, serves, and transforms.

Community

Acts 2:42-47 and Matthew 28:19-20

Enhance the Christian learning, development and experiences of our people with motivates and encourages to carry out the Great Commission and evangelize the world.

Communication

Ephesian 4:15 and 4:29

Consistent and ongoing open communication that fosters trust and true ongoing relationship with on another.

A Holy Spirit led ministry that exemplifies Christ, collaboration and community.

Upcoming Youth Events

August 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Back to School Resource Fair 2026
Back to School Resource Fair 2026 Friday, August 28, 2026 6 - 8pm Wicaḣapi Regional Park [...]
August 30 @ 11:00 am
Back to School Sunday
Youth & Young Adult Sunday: Back to School Sunday August 30th @ 11am Wear your [...]
September 16 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Step with Soul 2026
Step with Soul Creating Young Change Agents. Leaders in our community with academic excellence. Starts [...]

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Upcoming

Youth Activities

Youth Ministry Opportunities

Jr. Ushers
Children’s Choir
Teen Choir
Praise Dance Ministry
Mime Ministry
Hip Hop Ministry
Jr. Church
Teen Bible Study
Education Ministry
Girl Scouts
Holiday Programs

Participate in the Many Church Ministries

Please contact any of the following youth leaders if you are interested or need more information.

Carla Roby: 651-894-2306 (Dance Ministry, Choir Ministry or Jr. Usher)
Tonya Smith: 651-587-0956 (Dance Ministry)
Dedra Dunevant/Perryman: 586-913-5265 or apndvd@gmail.com (All Ministries)

Calling All Youth Recognition

Progressive Youth Ministry is requesting to share your child’s accomplishments. No recognition is too small! Examples of accomplishments are not limited to list below.