2375 East 3300 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84109
801.486.5473
Youth Programs
What We're About
The Youth Ministry at Christ UMC strives to give youth a sense of belonging and a sense of purpose. Youth from more than a dozen different schools gather at Christ UMC to play, learn, worship, grow, and serve together. Volunteer and paid staff join together with members of the church to make Christ UMC a place that allows teens to connect with God and each other. We work to build assets that will benefit youth to become the people God is calling them to be.
As with people of all ages, Christ church is an inclusive congregation. Every person is respected as a child of God, worthy of love, friendship, grace and inclusion in the family of Christ UMC.
Barb McClellan is Director of Youth Ministries. Email
Sticky Faith - faith preparation for adulthood
FORMS
UMYF Registration Form, 2011-2012 (Required for Participation)
30 Hr. Famine Consent Form & Parental Letter - 2012
Hogar de Ninos pre registration 2012 (current 9th-12th graders for trip July 3-17, 2012)
Fill out registration forms and Bring or Mail to:
Barb McClellan, Christ United Methodist Church, 2375 East, 3300 South,Salt Lake City, UT 84109
Blogs
Youth Mission Trips
Hogar de Ninos - Mexico Sr High Mission Trips
Youth Newsletter
Youth Sunday School
Meets on (you guessed it!) Sunday morning! We meet 9:00AM to study topics that relate to faith, church, and our lives. Youth (grades 7-12) are involved in large and small groups as they explore topics in creative ways. Questions? Call Barb McClellan at 801-792-7478.
Confirmation Class (grades 7 and up)
The word confirmation means "with firmness." Confirmation seeks to make firm what has gone before in the youth's life already, including God's grace, the nurture provided by parents and the faith community and the enduring action of God's Spirit.
As young people reach the age of accountability, they are ready to take more responsibility for their faith. Confirmation gives an invitation to claim the name Christian for themselves. They are being invited to make firm the foundation and build on it. The ultimate goal is Christian formation, being transformed--over time and through God's Spirit--into the image of Christ. The confirmation class of 2010-2011 will enjoy 9 months together exploring our United Methodist faith. We will use a book called "Claim the Name" which challenges us to consider how we can follow Christ in our lives.
Each confirmation participant is given the oppportunity on Confirmation Sunday in May to answer this invitation to a commitment to Christ United Methodist Church with their presence, prayers, service, and offerings.
Meets Sunday mornings at 9:00-10:00 September-May. Teachers: Julie Peck-Dabling, Dick Eubanks and Barb McClellan 801-486-5473 ext 16 (Barb's email).
Jr.Hi meets at 10:30am - 12:30pm every Sunday evening during the school year. We discuss relevant issues, build important friendships through recreation, and make a difference in the world through mission projects. Each year we have a summer service/mission trip which allows us to share our faith in action. Also, we participate in the larger United Mehodist church through the Rocky Mountain Conference sponsored "Up With Utah Youth" and "Youth Leadership Conference".
Sr. Hi meets at 10:30am - 12:30pm every Sunday afternoon during the school year.. We discuss relevant issues, build important friendships through recreation, and make a difference in the world through mission projects. Each year we have a summer service/mission trip which allows us to share our faith in action. In addition, we participate in the larger United Methodist church through the Rocky Mountain Conference sponsored "Up With Utah Youth" and "Youth Leadership Conference".
ATHLETICS
Basketball Leagues form for boys and girls (7th through 12th Grades) in January. Christ Church is a part of the Parish Athletic League, competing against other Christian churches. Practices are scheduled on week nights at our gym. Games are played on Saturday mornings at our church and churches throughout the valley.
Community Dodgeball Tournament
Each January there is a Dodgeball Tournament. Teams are made up of 6 youth and must have a female member. Next event will be January 7, 2012.
MUSIC PROGRAMS
Handbell Choirs
See Music Ministries for more details on Asbury and Wesley Bell Ringers.
SCOUTING PROGRAMS
The Home of the Buffalo BBQ - The Largest Scout Troop in Utah
Boy Scout Troop 410, Venture Crew 9410
See details for Scouting for Boys and Girls - Age 6 thru 20 years.
Girl Scout Troops are not currently sponsored at Christ church, but several troops meet in our building. Call Girl Scout Office for information: 445 East 4500 South, (Mail to: PO Box 57280), Salt Lake City, Utah 84157-0280, Phone: (801) 265-8472, Toll Free: (800) 678-7809. Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM.
