Glenn Youth

Glenn Youth is a community of 6th-12th graders who support and grow with one another in their personal and spiritual lives. We strive to make all youth feel welcomed, valued, and respected, and to provide a safe, nurturing church home that allows them to grow closer to God and one another. Our youth are encouraged to ask questions, take risks, and have fun as they forge their identities and relationships with one another.

We meet regularly on Sunday nights from 6:00-8:00, as well as select afternoons and evenings during the week.

For more information about Glenn Youth and how you can get involved, email our Youth Director, Ben Ladner, at bladner@glennumc.org.

We use the following communications to stay connected:

      • View and/or subscribe to the weekly “Youth at Glenn” E-Newsletter.

      • Follow us on Instagram - @GlennYouth!

      • Reach out to Ben Ladner for questions and to be added to the Youth or Youth Parents GroupMe text chats.

Upcoming Events

Youth Choir Kickoff

Sun, Aug 17, 5pm | CSB

6th-12th graders are invited to join us as we begin another year of youth choir!  NO previous singing experience required! Kickoff includes prizes and the BIG Youth Choir Tour/Mission Trip REVEAL! For more information, contact Wes Griffin.

*register now* Glenn Fall Camping

Oct 10-12

Watson Mill Bridge State Park in Comer, GA. Whether you are a new or an experienced camper, join with Glenn friends of all ages for this annual tradition.  We will be tent camping at the group Pioneer site (or feel free to rent a nearby cabin on your own!).  We will unplug and have time to enjoy God’s creation, get to know new & old Glenn friends of all ages, hike, relax, craft – or even go swimming, fishing, hiking/jogging. Suggested donation of $15 per family (cash/check/or online), plus $5 parking pass per car (pay at Camp Office). and BYO meals and camping supplies – though lots of campers will coordinate to share food and camping gear.  RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson spinson@glennumc.org.

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United Methodist Youth Fellowship

Our United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF) takes place most Sunday nights from 6:00-8:30pm in the Youth and Activities Building. A typical night includes sharing a meal, having students practice for choir, and having sessions for Middle and High Schoolers to have fun, enjoy fellowship with one another, and learn more about loving God and neighbor. Subscribe to our Youth at Glenn E-newsletter for updates.

Confirmation

Sundays, January-March, 9:45am, Youth and Activities Building

Confirmation focuses on exploring and understanding basic Christian theology and the call to discipleship, as well as our specific United Methodist heritage and understanding. By choosing to be a part of Confirmation, youth will have the chance to learn, ask questions, make friends, and have fun. Participation does not mean that youth will have to commit to join the church- our faith journeys are lifelong and we encourage youth to explore God, faith, and the church with openness. 7th Graders and Friends in Faith volunteers begin the journey of confirmation - learning, exploring, and growing together to confirm our faith and become professing members of the Church. This year, we are offering a parallel class for older youth and adults who may have missed Confirmation as a middle schooler or simply want to explore and grow together in the Christian journey.

Youth Drama Production

Each year, our talented youth put on a production of a play or musical. We have found this to be an incredible opportunity for growth, leadership development, and community engagement.

Youth Choir

**Resumes August 17** Sundays | 5:00 – 6:00 pm

The Youth Choir consists of 6th-12th graders who sing great sacred music together.  The Choir sings regularly in worship, as well as for Little Chapel programs, senior living facilities, spring concerts, and bi-annual choir tours and mission trips.  Rehearsals are Sundays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm in room 208 of the Glenn Church School Building.  *Free!* No singing experience needed!  For more information, contact Wes Griffin.

Service & Mission

A large part of the identity of Glenn Youth is service. We are committed to expanding the kingdom of God through loving our neighbors, and we serve both locally and internationally, with an emphasis on local partnerships.

 

Recreation Ministries

Glenn Hoops 2024-2025 has concluded. Stay tuned for more information on our next season! For more info visit bit.ly/GlennHoops.

Worship

Our youth participate in our worship consistently, through acolyting, scripture reading, and leading us in worship through song.

Retreats

Our Glenn Youth Retreats are an intentional time for our youth members, youth staff, and adult volunteers to grow in our faith, worship together, and enjoy fellowship! We typically have three retreats per academic year, each being a weekend long. These retreats are an awesome opportunity for new faces to become introduced to our group, and also for Glenn Youth veterans to grow spiritually and in our love for one another.

Learn More

Want to learn more or have any questions about Glenn Youth? Contact Youth Director Ben Ladner.

Learn about our Child/Youth Protection Policies & Safe Sanctuaries here.