Youth Ministries
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Youth Group Activities
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Rev. Dr. Blythe D. Kieffer collaborates with Mary Ray, Interim Director for Youth, in the oversight of Youth Ministries at Westminster.
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Youth Activities
2023-2024 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.
2023-2024 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.
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 Old Testament during these preparatory years and utilize “Echo, The Story” curriculum. 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. Teachers: Dr. Aaron Berkowitz, 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 Old Testament during these preparatory years and utilize “Echo, The Story” curriculum. 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. Teachers: Dr. Aaron Berkowitz, Dr. Peter and the Rev. Dr. Blythe Kieffer, Mary Ray
Senior High Youth Group 2023-2024
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. High School youth will gather in Parish Hall for dinner and fellowship/games followed by discussion on current topics from the Christian perspective, Parents prepare the meal on a rotation basis. (See Schedule.) Mentors: Cathy Brower, Susan Day, Kyle Duffy, Mary Ray
2023-2024 Children of Abraham
Wednesdays Sept. 27, Nov. 15, Feb. 21, May 8, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Theme: Serving Our Community
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 Sept. 27, Nov. 15, Feb. 21, May 8, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Theme: Serving Our Community
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.
For information and photos, click here.
For information and photos, click here.