High School

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BIGhouse is a Wednesday night ministry with musical worship, teaching, and small groups for high school students in 10th - 12th grade in the Cedar Valley and surrounding towns.

Meeting Times: Wednesdays: 7:30PM - 9:00PM (During the School Year)
Location: Orchard Hill Church, 3900 Orchard Hill Dr, Cedar Falls, Iowa

Engage. Build. Launch.

BIGhouse exists to engage students as they build independent faith to launch them into a lifetime pursuit of Christ.

Partnership with Nazareth

We are partners with Nazareth Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls for student ministry.



Events & Announcements

Sign up for a Family Group!

CEDAR FALLS

Family Groups meet weekly and are a place for high school students & leaders to share their faith & life together. Family Groups are optional yet encouraged at BIGhouse.

11 Nov

Community Meal

CEDAR FALLS
November 11, 2026 • 5:30 PM

2nd Wednesday of the month! Bring your family and eat with us! Everyone is welcome. 🎉

11 Nov

BIGhouse [Cedar Falls]

CEDAR FALLS
November 11, 2026 • 7:30 PM

BIGhouse meets at Orchard Hill Church in Cedar Falls on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm for high school students in the Cedar Valley and surrounding towns.

Our Values

Authentic Relationships
We are created to belong in community.
Gospel Focused
We learn Biblical truths and focus on how it applies to our day to day lives.
Safe Place
Come as you are. Leaders meet students right where they're at.
Community Based
No matter what church you go to, or even if you've never been to church before, Friends First is a place for every high school student in the Grundy County community.

Frequently Asked Questions

High School Ministry Staff Team

We would love to connect with you!

Dan Happel

Dan Happel

Director of High School Ministry
Worship Team

Nikki Pauli

Nikki Pauli

High School Ministry