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

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

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 "No Dumb Questions" |
NEXT WEDNESDAY (21st)
5:30-7:30PM "No Dumb Questions" |
BOLAW Sunday Night Youth |
JUNE BOLAW
SUMMER KICK OFF Location: TBD |
JULY BOLAW TBD
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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!
Get Connected
Meet The Team

PAT BRAY
Director of Youth Ministry
[email protected]

OLIVIA CROSBY
Assistant Director of Youth Ministry
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BRIAN DENMAN
Youth Ministry Intern

MOLLY FLEENER
Youth Ministry Intern