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 241-3626, 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 youth who enjoy playing an instrument or singing are invited to contact Darren Frazier 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.

Middle School Youth Group
Join us in the MIDDLE of the week as we Encounter God through Bible study, service and outreach, fellowship and of course, loads of FUN! That's right, Middle School Youth Group is meeting on Wednesday evenings. We will meet in Hess Hall for food and fellowship at 6:15 p.m. After filling our tummies, we will head upstairs to the M.S. Youth room for the evening's activities. Special weekend activities with the Senior High Youth, including laser tag, ice skating, and concerts will occus throughout the year.


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.

United Methodist Senior High Youth Ministries (UMYM)
Sundays during the school year, the UMYM will meet from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in Hess Hall. For more information, please contact Darren Frazier.

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