Queer Group
Youth who identify as LGBTQ+ are warmly invited to participate in this group, which is facilitated by two Christian adults who also identify as LGBTQ+.
February 16, 2024
Tag: Manchester Youth
High School Fellowship Dinners 2024-25
High schoolers will gather once monthly at a student’s house for dinner and fellowship! RSVP for each dinner by the Thursday before by clicking on
August 23, 2023
Sunday Worship Team
Youth will serve in various ministries of the church according to their gifts and talents. For youth who aren’t serving, there will be a Youth
August 23, 2023
End of Summer Youth Pool Party – Aug. 10, 2025
Let’s enjoy our last bit of summer before school starts! Join us at Cool Dell Swim Club for an evening swim and fun with friends.
August 17, 2023
Spirit Camp
Who: Youth who completed 5th through 12th grade Starting Date and Time: Saturday, July 19 at 12:30 p.m. Ending Date and Times: Thursday, July 24 at 1:00 p.m.
August 17, 2023
Middle School Mission Journey
Middle schoolers (youth who have completed 6th-8th grade) will take a 3.5 day excursion to the south side of St. Louis. This trip will be
August 17, 2023
High School Mission Journey
The High School Mission Journey is an opportunity for youth to grow in their relationships with God, each other, have fun, and serve the community.
August 17, 2023
Family Picnic
Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Time: 4:00 – 7:00p Location: Manchester UMC Description: All children, youth, and their families are invited to the Family Picnic!
August 17, 2023
Easter Sunrise Service – Youth
Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025 Worship Time: 6a Location: North Parking Lot (Chapel if inclement weather) | Manchester UMC It is the tradition of Manchester
August 17, 2023
Night at the Bistro – Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 2025
Ahoy mateys! Get ready to raise the sails and embark on a wild adventure and have a swashbuckling good time. Night at the Bistro is
August 17, 2023
Middle School Retreat – Nov. 1 – 3, 2024
Middle Schoolers (grades 6-8) are invited to spend the weekend together at Camp Moval! Participants will play games, do crafts, worship around the campfire, complete
August 17, 2023
Smells Like Teen Spirit
Who?: High School Youth Date: Wednesdays Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Location: Room 219 | Manchester UMC Description: High School Youth will start in the Youth Center
August 17, 2023
Confirmation Decision Day
Confirmands will learn that God is an active person in their lives who desires relationship. They will hear from adults in recovery who have leaned
August 16, 2023
Confirmation – Ash Wednesday
Confirmands and families attend the Ash Wednesday worship service together. After the service, youth and families will split for separate discussions. (1 session) *Time is
August 16, 2023
Confirmation Meeting: Sacraments, Vows, and Theodicy
Confirmands will learn and discuss the two United Methodist Sacraments, baptism and communion, and the Vows they will eventually take to confirm their baptism, profess
August 16, 2023
Confirmation Missions Day
Confirmands will go to Circle of Concern for a tour and to learn about what they do. They will then have a discussion in family
August 16, 2023
Confirmation Faith Exploration Weekend
Confirmands will visit the United Hebrew Congregation, the Cathedral Basilica, the Islamic Foundation, get a tour of Manchester UMC, and learn about the United Methodist
August 16, 2023
Youth Leadership Teams
Event Planning Team and Marketality Team will meet on alternating Wednesdays. Members of both teams will learn and practice valuable leadership skills, contribute to making
August 16, 2023
Middle School Meet-Up
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 11 – May 7, 2025 Time: 6:30 – 7:45p Location: Youth Center | Manchester UMC Leader: Beth Boemler Description: Middle School Meet-Up is
August 16, 2023
Sunday Squad
Youth (6th – 12th grade) are invited to join in the Youth Center at 9 and 11a on Sunday mornings. Youth will eat breakfast snacks,
August 16, 2023
Sunday Squad
Youth (6th – 12th grade) are invited to join in the Youth Center at 9 and 11a on Sunday mornings. Youth will eat breakfast snacks,
August 16, 2023