Ministries >> Youth
The Youth Ministry program at First Presbyterian Church seeks to lead students into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, to create a loving environment that draws youth in the journey of faith, and to prepare students to be useful servants in Christ's Kingdom.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
On Wednesday nights, when S.A.L.T. is not in session, we meet to dive deeper into the Bible. This is a great time to take a break from the week and check in with one another. Dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. followed by Bible study at 6:00 p.m.
SERVICE PROJECTS
The youth at First Presbyterian Church participate in service projects regularly throughout the year, such as the Angel Tree, Fuller Center, Community Food Pantry, Community Kitchen, and Humane Society.
In addition, youth have participated in country mission trips, as well as international mission trips. Previous international mission trips have included the Dominican Republic, Belize, and Guatemala. In January 2025 college age youth went to Saint Elena, Guatemala with Ahava Ministries. A youth mission trip is planned for Spring Break 2025 with the Serve Orlando Ministry.
YOUTH RETREATS
During the summer, our Senior High students join other youth groups from across the country for a week at Fun In The Son in Hilton Head, South Carolina. The Junior High students attend The Great Escape in Ocoee, Tennessee with other youth groups from across the region. In January 2025 youth attended Polar Thang Winter Retreat at Twin Lakes. These conferences are a wonderful opportunity for students to grow in faith and fellowship together!
OTHER FUN ACTIVITIES
Sometimes we just have fun together! We have been on numerous outings and trips together. Some of these include trips to Moon Lake, pool parties, bowling, ice skating, shopping, backyard BBQs, trips to Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, and more!