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United Methodist Youth Fellowship

Welcome to the First United Methodist Church of Appleton’s Youth Ministry website. Youth Ministry at First Church is for all Youth in grades 6-12. Junior High is grades 6-8. Senior High is grades 9-12. It is our hope that all Youth would know that they are loved and that God desperately wants to be in relationship.  My job as Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries presents opportunities sometimes that make what I do extremely important to the growth and spiritual development of Youth that I interact with.  On the other hand, the role of a parent far supersedes my ability to impact the lives of Youth.  Parents and guardians are the compass by which Youth walk.  With that said, we deeply desire for parents to feel involved in our youth ministry.  Whether you volunteer on a regular basis, as needed, or just stay up to speed with what we're doing, we want you to feel a part of what we do.  Thank you for giving me the chance to minister to your Youth.  Please contact me with any questions you have regarding our ministries.  I can be reached at bstahl@appfumc.org or in the church office at 920-734-2677 extension 315 or cell phone at 920-840-5075, or Text at 920-482-7299. 

Every Youth must COMPLETE AND RETURN a First United Methodist Church Appleton Medical and Permission Form Medical & Permission Form to Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries, Brian Stahl, before Youth may participate in youth events.  Forms are also available on the youth bulletin board outside of the Fellowship Hall. 

 Youth Ministry Mission Statement:  Equipping Youth to Authentically Follow Jesus Christ. 

 Youth Ministry Core Values are 1. Love God 2. Love Others 3. Share Christ.

Our number one goal is the building of a community where each Youth is loved and appreciated for the unique person God has created. We strive to offer opportunities for Youth to develop a critical thought process on questions of faith, gain an understanding of how faith is intertwined in everyday life, and serve our community and the world.   

Weekly Schedule for Youth

Sunday (September-May)

  •  9:00 - 10:00 am - Junior High Sunday School (grades 6-8) meets in the youth lounge.  The 1st Sunday of each month Youth will attend Worship.

  •  10:30-11:30 am - Youth Choir Rehearsal. One Voice is for all Youth, grades 6-12. Meet in room 301. One Voice will be featured in worship about once per month.

  •  4:30 - 6:00 pm - Junior High Youth Group (grades 6-8) meets the 1st & 3rd Sundays.

  •  4:30 - 6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Group (grades 9-12) meets the 2nd & 4th Sundays.

Wednesdays Schedule (October-May)
  • 6:00-8:00 p.m. - LOGOS.   LOGOS is a high energy experience designed to build relationships with God, one another, and within the congregation.  It involves people of all ages - students, teachers, and volunteers.  The LOGOS program is based on Acts 2:42.  "They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers."  Like Jesus' apostles, we study, play, eat, and worship together.  There is room in the program for everyone who wants to have fun learning and serving God.  LOGOS is for all youth, grades 6-12.  Dinner is served each week for a cost of $4.  Youth are divided into the following classes:  6th & 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th-12th grades.

 

 

Confirmation Program

Confirmation is a two year process.  All Youth in 8th and 9th grades are encouraged to be part of the process.  Confirmation is held during LOGOS.  The 8th grade class will focus on helping Youth gain an understanding of the Bible and our basic Christian beliefs.  Classes will begin on October 5, 2011 and run through May 23, 2012.  The 9th grade class will focus on helping Youth gain an und4erstanding of United Methodism, Christian Relationships, and Membership.  Classes will begin on October 5, 2011 and run through April 18, 2012.  The final five weeks, April 25 - May 23, 2012, Youth are encouraged to join the Jesus League, a group of Confirmed Youth that meet during LOGOS.  Confirmation Services will be held Sunday, April 22, 20112 during the 10:30 a.m. worship service.  Please see the 8th Grade Confirmation Letter and Schedule   8th grade confirmation and the 9th Grade Confirmation Letter and Schedule 9th grade confirmation or contact Brian Stahl, bstahl@appfumc.org directly for more information.

 

Summer Mission Opportunities Events   

  • June 16-23, 2012 - Senior High Youth Mission Trip to Boston, MA.

  • July 8-13, 2012 - Junior High Youth Mission Trip to Cincinnati, Ohio.

 

Safe Sanctuaries

 

No one who has been convicted of abuse is allowed to work with our youth.  Volunteers are required to be members for at least six months or have been known to the staff for at least one year.

One adult should never be alone with one youth. Two adults (preferably non-related) should be present with youth at all times. We strive for a ratio of one adult for every five youth present when going off-site. When driving, we have at least two youth present with one adult.

 

 

 

For More Information
  •  A monthly Youth ministries newsletter is e-mailed to families and can also be viewed online.  Youth newsletter page
  • A weekly updated calendar of youth ministry events can be found in the weekly bulletin. 
  • Find The FUMC Youth Ministries Page on  Facebook.  Go to Facebook’s home page www.facebook.com and search for FUMC Appleton Youth.
  • Contact Brian Stahl, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries, via phone or e-mail.  Call the church office at 734-2677, ext. 315, or cell: 920/840-5075, or text 920/482-7299 to talk to Brian or e-mail him at bstahl@appfumc.org
  • Summer Camp -    The church will reimburse you 15% of your camp fee.  Just turn in a copy of your camp confirmation to the church office.  Visit WI United Methodist Camp & Retreat Ministries for more information about the camps.