YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES

Grand Ledge First UMC is excited to offer ministries and programs to youth in grades 6 through 12. All persons are welcome to join us on Sunday afternoons as we learn, experience, and practice Christianity.

We offer a holistic approach to Christian discipleship through a variety of activities including service projects, worship gatherings and fun and fellowship events.

Our ministry to and with young people is:

• Christ-Centered
• Spirit-Driven
• Family-Friendly
• Faith-Equipping

During the 2007-08 school year, several groups meet including separate times for middle and high school youth, and small groups including a guys' group and a young ladies' group. The large group and small group activities typically occur on Sunday afternoons, although concerts, retreats, overnights at other churches and service opportunities happen as schedules allow. The summer of 2008 will bring church camp, a mission trip to Tennessee and trips to amusement parks and kayaking.

All adult leaders are interviewed by the staff and screened through the State Police databank prior to approval as a youth volunteer.

Complete schedules, permission slips, and additional information on how to become more involved are available by contacting Rev. Greg Lawton, Youth Minister, at glfumc.youth@comcast.net.