Summer at Manchester UMC
Discover a summer of connection, growth, and fun at Manchester United Methodist Church! Our vibrant summer programs are designed to engage people of all ages and interests, offering opportunities to deepen your faith, build community, and create lasting memories.
summer camp opportunities
Scholarships are available for those experiencing financial hardships.
Bonnie Halls
Drama Camp
June 9-13, 9a-3p
Willy Wonka KIDS
Performance: June 13, 6p
Incoming 2nd -8th Graders will embark on a fantastical journey filled with whimsy, creativity, and valuable life lessons alongside talented and caring adults. Campers will choose an on-stage or behind-the-scenes track and perform the show on Friday. Auditions will be held for principal parts.
Opera Explorers Camp
with OTSL
June 23-27, 9a-3p
Performance: June 27, 3p
During this summer camp, kids (incoming 2nd - 8th Graders) become the librettists, composers, designers, directors, and stars of their own production. Opera Theatre St Louis staff and leading music educators will guide campers on their journey, which concludes with a premiere of their original show.
Vacation Bible School:
Road Trip
July 7-11, 8:30a-12:30p
Children ages 3 years old (and potty-trained) through rising 5th graders are invited to join us in a fun-filled adventure on the open road, taking all the kids (Travelers) on thrilling journeys to exciting destinations. Led by the Navigator and an adventurous puppet Scout, kids will learn that God is always with them.
High School Mission Journey – June 19-22, 2025
This trip is open to youth who have completed 9th-12th grade. Incoming 9th graders are also welcome to attend if they also attend the Middle School Mission Journey.
An unforgettable opportunity for youth to grow closer to God, build lasting friendships, and make a difference in the community. Through service, worship, and a special send-off for seniors, this journey inspires a broader perspective and a heart for mission in everyday life.
This year, the trip will be to Home Sweet Home, where the high schoolers will be building dressers for people in need.
Middle School Mission Journey – June 12-15, 2025
Middle schoolers (youth who have completed 6th-8th grade)
A 3.5-day service and learning experience on St. Louis’s south side. Youth will support LifeWise STL’s impactful work while exploring the root causes of poverty and how to address them in our community. Evenings will be filled with fun at local St. Louis attractions, and accommodations will be at LifeWise’s Urban Forum house.
This journey offers a powerful opportunity to deepen faith, build lasting friendships, and gain a new perspective on living out the Christian call to mission.
Spirit Camp
July 19-24, 2025
Youth who completed 5th through 12th grade
Spirit Camp is an unforgettable week of fun, faith, and fellowship. Set in the heart of God’s creation, students enjoy games, crafts, drama, music, Bible study, swimming, boating, worship, and even a trip to a nearby water park!
High school students can take on leadership roles, planning and leading activities, while adults serve as chaperones and join in the fun. This transformative experience shapes Christian identity and creates lasting memories.
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Important Forms and Documents
In order to participate in Manchester Youth, we encourage you to fill out the forms and register below. Important emergency contact and health information forms are also needed to keep your child safe.
