Kickin’ It Futsal Nights – Pressing On Towards the Goal

Right after Christmas during the cold of winter, we decided to start Kickin' It - Futsal Nights. These nights would consist of a short devotion and a time of pick-up play for futsal (an indoor soccer game with a weighted ball). Much like when we started our very first...

3-on-3 Slamrock 25′ – is an absolute slam dunk!

Basketball has always been a part of Skybacher Ministries. Since the pandemic we have worked hard to build back events and attendence to these events. This was one of the most well attended events we have had in a long time. 26 teams battled it out throughout the...

Oh What a Night! – Youth Open House at The Freedom Place

It was less than one year ago that we were sorting through the plans to purchase The Freedom Place. Once we received the keys we had dreams of filling it with young people and seeing it as a place full of life. FREEDOM! On Sunday March 23rd, 2025 - Over 30 students...

Great Big Group Date Lives On!

February was a very busy month at Skybacher Ministries. We kicked off things at The Freedom Place with a Dedication and Dinner Auction. Then we brought back the Someone Special Dance, while continuing to host Kickin' It Futsal Nights, and Rise UP basketball. For over...

The Someone Special Dance 25′

It may seem like a theme but "The Someone Special Dance" was an event we had held for many years up until 2020. Then it faded away with the many events and programs affected by the pandemic. When we knew we were going to have our own multipurpose event space in "The...

The Freedom Place Dedication & Dinner Auction 25′

It was a historic night for Skybacher Ministries on February 15th. This was the night that we dedicated our new community center/headquarters building The Freedom Place! It was last year on March 2nd that we held our first in person dinner auction since the pandemic....

Get Ready For the SMACKDOWN!!!!

Students have been asking me all school year, "When is your next Dodgeball Tournament?" We have 3 jr./sr. high each year and now 2 elementary each school year. One of each are both coming up! First!! This Sunday May 2nd is the Dodgeballl Super Blast for any kids in...

Kickball Classic Hits One Outta The Park!!!

Last night Skybacher Ministries held the Kickball Classic Tournament.  There were four teams and lots of great kickball action.   The home-runs were flying, and there was a lot of hustle on the field.  We had a discussion about Pride as John shared a story...

Skybacher Ministries Goes Back to Pre-School

Skybacher Ministries was invited by Prince of Peace Pre-school to participate in their annual Physical Fitness week.  We loaded up the van with equipment and headed to the school for some physical activity.  Mr. John invited his friend Marty to come and...

Skybacher Ministries Coming Attractions

The school year is quickly coming to a close and summer is just around the corner but Skybacher Ministries refuses to coast through these spring days. We have a lot of great events coming up in the next several weeks. Starting with the Kickball Classic on April 25th....

This Sunday Skybacher Heads to the YMCA

This Sunday Skybacher Ministries is taking Pray & Play on the road to the New Brighton YMCA.  Bring $5 and your swimming suit as we head to the Y for some exercise!  We will be meeting at Unionville Church at 5:30 p.m.  Any youth are welcome to come!  Hope to see...

Skybacher Ministries Seeking Volunteers for Summer Sports Camps

Skybacher Ministries is bringing back the summer sports camps this summer! That means more fundamentals, faith, and fun. More characters building "character" and more "Help Needed" if you are interested in volunteering for the summer or maybe just one week of camp you...

Happy Easter From Skybacher Ministries

"Why are you looking among the dead for someone who is alive?  He isn't here! He is risen from the dead!" Luke 24: 5,6. Skybacher Ministries would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter!  Jesus is Alive!!!

Kickball Classic April 25th

Spring is here and so is the Skybacher Ministries Kickball Classic! Sunday April 25th Skybacher Ministries brings back the kickball action for the 2nd time. Teams may consist of up to 11 players but you may play with a minimum of 6. Cost is $5 per person. Concession...

The Sports Jam Ends in Fun!

Well it wasn't the biggest tournament we've ever had. We only officially had 3 teams but it was an amazing night for those 3 teams. West Side would dominate the football portion of the night, while the Young Bucks put up a great record for Whip-It. Team Skillz that...

Skybacher Ministries Sports Jam This Weekend!!!

On Saturday March 20th, Skybacher Ministries is bringing back the tournaments, actually 3 tournaments in one night, with the Sports Jam, consisting of Touch Football, Whip-It, and Coneball! The night will begin with indoor 4 on 4 touch football. Teams will have 3...

Hang Time Big Fun!

We closed out the Hang Time Basketball League last Thursday. It was so much fun, but it did wipe us out, so it has taken a while to get a post up. Here is a video of some of the highlights from the camp. Thanks to everyone who made it possible and a great success....

Summer Sports Camps Dates!!!!

Our vision is for ALL kids to have the opportunity to attend a summer sports day camp.  We focus on the fundamentals of each sport, as well as teaching kids good character.  We have a dedicated staff who care about  kids, are passionate about sports and believe that...