Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries: Brian Stahl
Creating a space where Youth in Grades 6-12 are welcomed, loved, and accepted for the unique person God has created. We offer opportunities where Youth are equipped with tools and experiences so that they may serve others and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Middle School is grades 6-8 and High School is grades 9-12. Every Youth participating in any Youth Ministry event must COMPLETE AND RETURN the FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH APPLETON YOUTH MINISTRIES MEDICAL RELEASE FORM 2026-2027, before Youth may participate in Youth events. Forms are also available on the youth bulletin board outside of Fellowship Hall.
Sundays
The Bridge A new opportunity for Grades 7&8 on Sunday mornings. Listen to and discuss the weekly sermon and how it applies to our lives and how we can live it out. Class will meet from 9:00-10:00a in room 221. The Bridge Class will meet weeks 2, 3 and 4 and Worship in the Sanctuary together weeks 1 (Communion) and 5.
Wednesdays
Youth Group (Grades 6-12) meets this school year on Wednesdays (September - April). Dinner is served in Fellowship Hall for all Youth and their families from 5:00-6:00p. Large Group where Youth are challenged by a message and given opportunities to share their faith. Classes meet from 6:30-7:30pm. Confirmation meets during this time.
Fellowship Events First Church offers Youth the opportunity for Fellowship (September – May). Friday Fun Nights are scheduled 2nd Friday of Each Month. RSVP deadline is the prior Wednesday.
Local Missions First Church offers Youth Quarterly events where Youth can serve.
Summer Youth Mission Trips
First Church serves our world through Youth Mission Trips in partnership with Youthworks. Our Middle School Trip (Grades 6-8) to Niagara Falls, NY June 5-12. There will be two High School trips in 2027. The first is (Grades 11-12) to Arecibo, Puerto Rico June 20-25, the second is (Grades 9-12) to Indianapolis, IN July 25-30. The NY and IN trips cost $750 per person. A $200 deposit will guarantee your spot. The PR trip cost $1500 per person. A $300 deposit will guarantee your spot. Checks to FUMC.
Interested in serving with First Church in the Summer of 2027? Contact Brian Stahl.
Fundraising
First Church offers Youth Families the opportunity to earn monies that may be used to off-set future Youth Ministries events. Monies will be placed in a fundraising account.
To sign up for any fundraising opportunities, please contact Brian Stahl.
