YOUTH MINISTRY
Love God. Love Others.

Youth (6th Grade through 12th Grade)

WHO WE ARE

First Methodist Waco's Youth Ministry recognizes the importance of these pivotal years for our students. Middle school and high school years come with triumphs and challenges, and we want to be there for students and families at every turn. We pour Jesus into our students, provide a wholesome, safe environment, and provide strong, Christ-like mentors. Every staff and volunteer who works with you has been through our rigorous MinistrySafe process to safeguard your child's welfare. Don't try to parent a teenager alone. Youth belong here.

DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY

Pat Bray has accepted the position of Director of Youth Ministry. He is a highly talented and passionate leader with a strong background in ministry and student leadership. His experience as a previous youth intern at First Methodist, as well as his roles as chaplain for the Business School and Sports Ministry at Baylor, and his upcoming Master of Divinity degree from Truett Seminary, make him a great fit for the Director of Youth Ministry. His energy and dedication will surely have a positive impact on the youth and the broader church community.

WEEKLY GATHERINGS

WELCOME TO BRIDGE (1)

BIBLE-FOCUSED SUNDAY SCHOOL

GOAL: BIBLICAL LITERACY (Understanding the truths of scripture!)

WHAT TO EXPECT: Students are encouraged to come and learn the truths of scripture on Sunday mornings! Students will have time to eat donuts, play games, learn from a teacher, and discuss questions about the teaching.

How to find us: Youth Room 2nd Floor Main at Main and at Downtown

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WEDNESDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUPS

GOAL: RELATIONAL CONNECTION (Growing together as a family and building relationships that can last a lifetime!)

WHAT TO EXPECT: Students are encouraged to build relationships as they discuss the truths of the gospel in small groups. Small groups are split into gender and grade levels. (Example. Middle School Girls/ Middle School Guys, etc.).

HOW TO FIND US: Main Campus | 4901 Cobbs Dr: Enter Door 9 and take the elevator up to the Youth Room on the 2nd floor.

DINNER: 5:30-6p Garden Room

YOUTH FUN & SMALL GROUPS: 6-7:30P Youth Room

WEEKLY RHYTHMS & PROGRAMS

Sunday Morning
Sunday School at Main

May 18 | "Real Change" Series (Pt. 3)

May 25 | No Sunday School

*Resumes on June 8th*

 

Sunday School at Downtown

May 18 | No Sunday School

May 25 | No Sunday School

*Resumes on June 8th*

Wednesday Bridge
THIS WEDNESDAY (14th)

5:30-7:30PM
MAIN CAMPUS

"No Dumb Questions"
Week 4 Series

NEXT WEDNESDAY (21st)

5:30-7:30PM
MAIN CAMPUS

"No Dumb Questions"
Week 5 Series Finale

BOLAW Sunday Night Youth
JUNE BOLAW

SUMMER KICK OFF
~ JUNE 4TH ~

Location: TBD

 

JULY BOLAW

TBD

 

Parents! We have 3 open slots in May that will serve as a practical and spiritual way to meet the needs of students in our Youth Program.

During midweek our meals are provided by the wonderful Ms.Cari. However, after midweek, BRIDGE still continues and meals are still eaten! We would love to have some of these meals provided either by you as individual families or as Sunday School classes. You can sign-up to provide a meal with the "Meal Train" link below.

If it is easier, you can email Pat ([email protected]) to sign-up for a meal or ask questions as well!

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Meet The Team

Pat Bray

PAT BRAY

Director of Youth Ministry
[email protected]

Olivia Crosby

OLIVIA CROSBY

Assistant Director of Youth Ministry
[email protected]

Brian Denman Intern

BRIAN DENMAN

Youth Ministry Intern

Molly Fleener Intern

MOLLY FLEENER

Youth Ministry Intern

Youth Photo Vault