Youth Ministries
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Youth Group Activities
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Rev. Sarah A. Bishop, Associate Pastor for Family Ministry, oversees Youth Ministry in collaboration with Mary Ray, Director for Youth.
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Youth Activities
2024-2025 school year
Worship Leadership
Junior High: Acolyte (See schedule)
Eighth Grade Confirmands provide leadership during the Christmas Eve Children's Service.
Senior High: Worship Leader, Bible/Cross Carrier (See Schedule)
Seniors participate in the Lighting Ceremony during the Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols.
We encourage every youth to participate in worship by being an acolyte, worship leader, and Bible/Cross carrier. The participation of youth enriches our worship service and heightens their sense of belonging. Junior High youth serve as acolytes each Sunday. Senior High youth serve as worship leader most Sundays and Bible/Cross carriers on Communion Sundays. Mary Ray reaches out to schedule youth participation.
2024-2025 school year
Worship Leadership
Junior High: Acolyte (See schedule)
Eighth Grade Confirmands provide leadership during the Christmas Eve Children's Service.
Senior High: Worship Leader, Bible/Cross Carrier (See Schedule)
Seniors participate in the Lighting Ceremony during the Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols.
We encourage every youth to participate in worship by being an acolyte, worship leader, and Bible/Cross carrier. The participation of youth enriches our worship service and heightens their sense of belonging. Junior High youth serve as acolytes each Sunday. Senior High youth serve as worship leader most Sundays and Bible/Cross carriers on Communion Sundays. Mary Ray reaches out to schedule youth participation.
Jr. High Confirmation
Confirmation is the process through which youth affirm the vows made at their Baptism and become active members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Three-year Confirmation class provides a comprehensive review of our faith based on the Scripture.
Grades Six and Seven meet Sunday mornings from 10:15 – 11: 00 a.m. during worship (except Communion Sundays) in the Conference Room. They will study the New Testament during these preparatory years and utilize “Echo, The Story” curriculum. Click here to see the 6-7 Grade Confirmation Schedule. Teachers: Tara Barnett, Meridith Bryans, Joe Fierstos, Mary Ray
Grade Eight meets Sunday mornings from 11:15 – 12 noon in the Conference Room following worship in the Conference Room. The curriculum, written by Dr. Peter Kieffer, will explore Church History, Presbyterian Polity and Beliefs. Click here to see the 8th Grade Confirmation Schedule. Teachers: Dr. Aaron Berkowitz, Dr. Marc DeJong, Dr. Peter and the Rev. Dr. Blythe Kieffer, Mary Ray
Confirmation is the process through which youth affirm the vows made at their Baptism and become active members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Three-year Confirmation class provides a comprehensive review of our faith based on the Scripture.
Grades Six and Seven meet Sunday mornings from 10:15 – 11: 00 a.m. during worship (except Communion Sundays) in the Conference Room. They will study the New Testament during these preparatory years and utilize “Echo, The Story” curriculum. Click here to see the 6-7 Grade Confirmation Schedule. Teachers: Tara Barnett, Meridith Bryans, Joe Fierstos, Mary Ray
Grade Eight meets Sunday mornings from 11:15 – 12 noon in the Conference Room following worship in the Conference Room. The curriculum, written by Dr. Peter Kieffer, will explore Church History, Presbyterian Polity and Beliefs. Click here to see the 8th Grade Confirmation Schedule. Teachers: Dr. Aaron Berkowitz, Dr. Marc DeJong, Dr. Peter and the Rev. Dr. Blythe Kieffer, Mary Ray
Senior High Youth Group 2024-2025
Sundays 5:00-6:30 P.M. Parish Hall/ Youth Room
Sundays 5:00-6:30 P.M. Parish Hall/ Youth Room
Senior High youth meet two Sunday evenings each month beginning September 8 (See Schedule.). High School youth will gather in Parish Hall for dinner and fellowship/games followed by Bible Study. Parents prepare the meal on a rotation basis. Mentors: Cathy Brower, Susan Day, Kyle Duffy, Mary Ray
Dungeons and Dragons Faith-Based Opportunity
Dungeons & Dragons is the world’s most popular tabletop roleplaying game. In D&D, the players take on the roles of adventurers in a fantastic world and use their imagination and storytelling skill (and their luck at rolling dice) to tell a collaborative tale. Dr. Aaron Berkowitz has offered to lead a faith-based Dungeons and Dragons inter-generational group. No previous experience necessary. If you are interested in participating, Contact Aaron at [email protected].
Dungeons & Dragons is the world’s most popular tabletop roleplaying game. In D&D, the players take on the roles of adventurers in a fantastic world and use their imagination and storytelling skill (and their luck at rolling dice) to tell a collaborative tale. Dr. Aaron Berkowitz has offered to lead a faith-based Dungeons and Dragons inter-generational group. No previous experience necessary. If you are interested in participating, Contact Aaron at [email protected].
2024-2025 Children of Abraham
Wednesdays October 2, November 13, February 12, May 7
at 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Theme: Celebrate
Youth in Grades 6-12 are invited to quarterly gatherings hosted by four faith communities: Grace United Methodist Church, The Islamic Society of Greater Springfield, Springfield Board of Jewish Education, and
Westminster Presbyterian Church. Youth from all faith communities are invited as we build friendships, learn about one another, and share a vegetarian meal. We complete the year with a collaborative service project.
Click here to learn more about Children of Abraham.
Wednesdays October 2, November 13, February 12, May 7
at 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Theme: Celebrate
Youth in Grades 6-12 are invited to quarterly gatherings hosted by four faith communities: Grace United Methodist Church, The Islamic Society of Greater Springfield, Springfield Board of Jewish Education, and
Westminster Presbyterian Church. Youth from all faith communities are invited as we build friendships, learn about one another, and share a vegetarian meal. We complete the year with a collaborative service project.
Click here to learn more about Children of Abraham.
Each year the Senior High take an Annual Mission Trip.
Click here for Photos - 2024 Mission Trip
Click here for Photos - 2024 Mission Trip