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.

INTERIM DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES

Friends, I am excited to share with you that Pat Bray has accepted the position of Interim Director of Youth Ministries. Pat's first Sunday was February 2nd. Many of you know Pat as he served as a youth intern from Fall 23 to Fall 24. Pat is a powerhouse leader! He's a student at Truett Seminary and will receive his Master's of Divinity this December! Pat has served as Business School Chaplain and Sports Ministry Chaplain for Baylor University. He is passionate about youth ministry and is excited to serve First Waco in the season ahead! Welcome Pat when you see him!

WEEKLY GATHERINGS

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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
 

10:00AM Downtown Austin Ave Campus

2nd Floor Youth Room

Games & Bible Study

 

10:50AM Sunday School at Main Campus

2nd Floor Youth Room

Wednesday Bridge
This Week - No Bridge

Bridge - Main Campus

5:30pm - 7:30pm

 

Next Week -

NO Bridge - Main Campus

Until January 8, 2025

Next Sunday Night Youth
 

February 23

BOLAW @ SOUTH CAMPUS 6-8pm

 

March 30

BOLAW - MAIN CAMPUS 6-8pm

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Meet The Team

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PAT BRAY

Interim Director of Youth Ministries
Patrick@firstwaco.com

Olivia Crosby

OLIVIA CROSBY

Assistant Director of Youth Ministries
Olivia@firstwaco.com

Brian Denman Intern

BRIAN DENMAN

Youth Ministries Intern

Molly Fleener Intern

MOLLY FLEENER

Youth Ministries Intern

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