Parents gathered in prayer during a Re:generation for Students meeting at Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas, offering support and care for one another.

Better together.

Parents are essential in helping their students face life’s challenges, providing the love, support, and stability that only a parent can provide.

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History

Re:generation for Students is the result of a collaborative effort between experienced student leaders, the national Re:generation director, and authors. Upon launching at Watermark Community Church in 2019, 80 students signed up within the first 10 minutes of registration. By God’s grace, hundreds of students have discovered the freedom that comes from pursuing Christ and growing alongside others in a safe and supportive community ever since.

Before making it broadly available, Watermark Resources spent three years testing and refining the program with trusted partner churches and schools across the country to ensure its effectiveness.

We passionately believe that new life in Christ is for everyone. Whether your student is battling depression, anxiety, eating disorders, or hidden struggles like pornography—or they simply feel like something isn’t right but can’t pinpoint why—Re:generation for Students is here to help. No matter where they’re starting from, all students can experience the freedom and joy of a relationship with Jesus.

Managing Your Expectations

This program does not promise a quick fix.

Students who fully engage with the curriculum should expect to learn about the love, goodness, and power of God; and how to—over the span of a lifetime—daily walk the steps of healing given by God through the Bible.

This program does not offer licensed professional counseling, clinical diagnoses, therapies, treatments, or referrals.

Students who fully engage with the curriculum should expect to discover that biblical Christ-centered discipleship and community are fundamental building blocks for healing and recovery.

This program is not committed to strict confidentiality or anonymity.

Students who participate should expect the church to follow the Bible’s guidance to care for them and take action as advocates for their healing, health and safety. This includes notifying appropriate authorities if a student is in danger (Matthew 18:5-6, Proverbs 31:8), adhering to legal requirements for reporting allegations or suspicions of abuse or neglect (Romans 13:1), and encouraging students to share with others as the Bible directs them (1 Corinthians 12:25-27, James 5:16, Matthew 5:23-24, 1 John 1:7).

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Frequently asked questions.

When is the right time for my student to attend?

The right time is when your student is ready to take a step toward healing and growth. If you’ve noticed isolation, harmful behaviors, or signs of depression—or they’ve expressed a desire to work through challenges—Re:generation for Students can help provide the support and tools they need.

What is the parents' involvement?

As a parent, your role is to encourage and support your student throughout the journey. While the program is designed for students to work through issues alongside their peers, parents are kept informed and can communicate with program leaders if questions arise.

What results should I expect?

Re:generation for Students helps teens build a deeper relationship with Christ, gain practical tools to address struggles, and connect with a supportive community. While every journey is unique, many students experience lasting transformation and freedom through biblical principles and authentic relationships.

How does this differ from counseling?

Re:generation for Students is not professional counseling. It’s a discipleship-based recovery program focused on biblical healing in a community setting. If your student needs therapy for clinical issues, Re:generation for Students can complement that process but is not a replacement for professional care.

How does this differ from Re:generation for adults?

While both programs follow the same biblical 12-step framework, Re:generation for Students is tailored specifically for high schoolers in a condensed format, using language, examples, and group structures that resonate with teens.

Do I have to be a member of a church to attend?

No, your student does not need to be part of a church to participate. Re:generation for Students is open to anyone who wants to explore healing and growth through a Christ-centered approach.

Who is allowed to lead this program?

The program is led by a committed leadership team who have completed Re:generation or have spent time serving with students. Re:generation for Students requires all potential leaders to:
- Participate in a face-to-face interview with the local organization’s staff overseeing and hosting the program
- Complete a criminal background check for the local organization’s staff overseeing and hosting the program
- Review the leadership policies and safety procedures, and sign a statement acknowledging that they have read, understood, and agree to comply with policy requirements