Love God, Love Others.
We seek to be a place where 5-8th graders can form authentic relationships with one another, our church community, the world at large, and with God. The middle school years are when young people build the foundation on which their adolescent and adult lives will stand: how they spend their time, what they prioritize, and in whom they place their trust.
For that reason, our middle school youth group provides an opportunity to build relationships with one another, to question and dive deeper into their faiths, and prepare them for Confirmation, Senior High Youth Group, and beyond.
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What to Expect
Sunday School
Sunday School during Worship on 2nd-5th Sundays of Each Month
This year we are excited to bring back in-person faith formation classes for all of our church's young people! Middle School faith formation classes will be available for all 5th-8th graders during 9:30am worship every Sunday except the 1st Sunday of each month.
But why not have Sunday School on the first Sunday?
As our middle schoolers prepare to enter into the full life of the church, they need experience being in worship with the full congregation: hearing sermons being shared, learning the hymns of our tradition, and understanding the importance of our sacraments. All of this happens during worship, and we are excited to invite them along!
If you are interested in working with our youth or children, please reach out to Anne Winebrenner
Register for Sunday School, Confirmation and/or Youth Group here.
Teach Middle School Sunday School
Worship Leadership
There are opportunities for 5-8th graders to help serve as worship leaders through readings, music, drama, and more! Contact Anne Winebrenner if you’re interested in getting involved.
5-8th Grade Youth Group
Sundays 5:00-6:00, September - May
Youth Group for 5-8th graders meets throughout the year for mission opportunities and fellowship. Our in-person Middle School Youth Group meets almost every Sunday from 5:00-6:00 as an opportunity to play games, build community, and learn more about each other in the group! These meetings help build the deep relationships that keep youth grounded in their faith and prepare them for high school and beyond. Friends are always invited as well!
In addition to our regular meetings, we'll have a couple of big events every season, whether it is a Christmas Party, a Lock-In, or a service project! To stay up-to-date, check in on this website, register for Faith Connections, and visit the bulletin boards at the church.
Youth Group Helpers
5th-8th Grade Youth Group Fall 2023 Calendar
| Event | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| September | ||
| 10 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Kick-Off! | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 17 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 24 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| October | ||
| 1 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 8 | Middle School Service Blitz | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 15 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 22 | NO YOUTH GROUP | |
| 29 | Dinner & Trivia Event | |
| November | ||
| 5 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 12 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 19 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 26 | All-Church Advent Wreathmaking | |
| December | ||
| 3 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 10 | 5th-8th Grade Youth Group Meeting | 5:00-6:00 at First Pres |
| 17 | NO YOUTH GROUP | |
| 24 & 31 | NO YOUTH GROUP |