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

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 |
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 |
Get Connected
Meet The Team

PAT BRAY
Interim Director of Youth Ministries
Patrick@firstwaco.com

OLIVIA CROSBY
Assistant Director of Youth Ministries
Olivia@firstwaco.com

BRIAN DENMAN
Youth Ministries Intern

MOLLY FLEENER
Youth Ministries Intern