In Galatians 6:2 we are told to "Carry each others burdens and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." This year, the youth will be lifting up those in need of Christ’s love in a special way. Everyone who comes will be invited to carry a small wooden token with the name of a youth or a pastor, the church, or the world. We will exchange the token at each meeting, and will pray for that person or group as long as we have the token. It will be a simple reminder that we are all in need of prayer and should carry one another’s burdens daily, lifting them to God in prayer.

1st UMC Youth Ministries offers opportunities for those in 6th through 12th grades to grow in their faith and service and to make new friends in Christ! The 6th - 8th grade youth meet together in our Middle School activities. The 9th - 12th grade youth meet together in our High School activities.

If you would like more information or have questions about our Youth Ministries please contact Darren Frazier, who coordinates High School Youth Ministry at 241-4204, darrenfumc@sbcglobal.net or Sara Rice, who coordinates Middle School Youth Ministry at 241-3626, sarafumc@sbcglobal.net.

Middle School Sunday School
10:00 a.m., Sunday mornings, in Room 23

High School Sunday School
10:00 a.m., Sunday mornings, in Room 21

Youth Worship Band
All Middle School and High School youth who enjoy playing an instrument or singing are invited to contact Pastor Michael Marion to be a part of this band. The band plays regularly on Sunday evenings for the Youth Worship Services and also on occasion during the 9:10 service. Pastor Michael Marion will rehearse with this band monthly; times to be announced. The band will also meet with Darren Frazier at 5:00 p.m. to prepare for Youth Worship every other Sunday.

United Methodist Youth Ministries (UMYM)
The activities for each month include service, fellowship, study, and worship. Our basic Sunday evening Program schedule, which will be every other week, is as follows:

5:30-5:45 pm Gathering and Open Gym time for Middle School and High School youth. As we gather, this is a great time to catch up with friends, play basketball, or learn some new games.

5:45-6:15 Youth Worship
6:15-6:30 Snacks and Sharing
6:30 -7:30pm Separate Middle School and High School activities and studies.

On the other weeks, Middle School and High School will meet separately for one Fun and Fellowship Activity, and one Service and Outreach Project. The general time for this will be from 5:30-7:00 p.m. unless planned and communicated otherwise.

Adventure Bible Study
Wednesdays (during the summer), 11:00 am - 4:00 p.m. Middle School youth are invited to join each week for a new adventure! Students bring a sack lunch and meet in Hess Hall for a time of Bible study before heading off. Some of last year’s adventures included: laser tag, swimming, horseback riding at Rock Springs Ranch, go-carts, and volunteering at the United Methodist Open Door in their food pantry.

High School Bible Study
Wednesdays at 7:30pm See Wednesday Evening Schedule section of the brochure for more details.

Open Gym for High School Students
Monday evenings, 7:00 - 9:00pm, in Hess Hall
All Sr. High students in our community are invited to Open Gym activities each week that include various sports (including speedball, volleyball, and dodgeball), a study area, and a place to hang out with friends! Come join the fun!