Youth Skate Outing Sunday, April 28 | 1:00-3:00PM | Playland Skate Center | 8822 McCann DriveRoll into spring with us at Playland Skate Center. All middle and high school students are invited to an afternoon ofpizza and skating. We will meet there, so bring $20/student to cover skate rentals and lunch. Invite your friends to […]
Special Engage: Pecan Street Festival 3:30-7:00PM | FLC and 6th StreetMiddle and high school students are invited to hike down to the Pecan Street Festival, one of the longest running free arts/crafts and music events, to scope out all the vendors and find kettle corn and other treats. Engage, our gathering for youth, will meet […]
Special Engage: Senior Roast Sunday, May 19 | 4:30-7:00PM | Family Life CenterIt’s time for Engage, our weekly Sunday evening gathering for middle and high school students, to celebrate our graduating seniors. We are hosting a Senior Roast, where we will share stories and watch a slideshow just for them. Please plan to bring a […]
Scavenger Hunt with Austin Area UMC Youth Sunday, June 2 | 4:00-7:30PM | 201 East Mary StreetWe are cluing you in to a special scavenger hunt for Austin Area UMC youth. Church teams will run up and down South Congress, competing as they follow clues, complete tasks, and try to win the most points. The […]
Appalachia Service Project (ASP) Slideshow Sunday, July 21 | 12:15-1:30PM FLC Garrison ChapelThank you, First Church, for your love and support for the 2024 Appalachia Service Project Team! For more than 40 years, youth and adults have worked to make homes warmer, safer, and drier. Join us to learn more about the families we met […]
Youth Pool Party Sunday, June 30 | 5:00-7:00PM | Location with RegistrationIt’s going to be a HOT summer, so we are taking a DIP! We are having a lil’ pool party at the home of one of our youth families. We will order some pizzas and sodas and enjoy our evening together. All incoming 6th […]
Youth Movie Outing: Despicable Me 4 Sunday, July 7 | 2:30-4:00PM | Bullock Museum IMAXWe are headed to the movies! Despicable Me 4 is coming out and we are excited to see what kind of chaos the minions cause this time! All incoming 6th through outgoing 12th graders are invited to participate. Please plan to […]
Schlitterbahn Wednesday, July 10 | 9:00AM-6:00PM | New Braunfels WaterparkRegistration is now open for a trip to Schlitterbahn. RSVP at fumcaustin.org/youth and then follow the links there to purchase your own day pass. We will spend the majority of our time on the old side of the park, which opens at 10:00AM, so meet in the […]
Appalachia Service Project (ASP) Slideshow Sunday, July 21 | 12:15-1:30PM FLC Garrison ChapelThank you, First Church, for your love and support for the 2024 Appalachia Service Project Team! For more than 40 years, youth and adults have worked to make homes warmer, safer, and drier. Join us to learn more about the families we met […]
Round Rock Express Game Sunday, July 21 | 6:30PM | 3400 East Palm Valley BlvdTake the whole family out to the ball game! Spend time together as you cheer on the Round Rock Express with FUMC youth! Purchase your GA lawn tickets for $15/person using the links found at fumcaustin.org/youth and then arrive early so […]
Save the Date for a City Wide Youth Lock-Out 8:00PM on August 2-morning on August 3 | Details TBASave the date for a night of adventure and fun as we join other youth ministries across Austin for a huge all city lock-out on August 2. We are still finalizing details, but here are a few […]
Youth Family Bluegrass Night at Radio Coffee Monday, August 5 | 7:00PM | 4204 Menchaca RoadGet your banjos and mandolins out for a twangy fun night at Radio Coffee! The whole family is invited to come and hang out while being serenaded by some of Austin's finest musicians. There are plenty of food and beverage […]
Back-to-School Blessing Sunday, August 18 | 9:00 and 11:00AM | Sanctuary During the 9:00AM and 11:00AM worship services, all students, teachers, and administrators will be invited to receive a blessing and a small gift as a tangible reminder of God’s and our congregation’s love and support to carry with them into the new school year. […]
6th Grade Parade Sunday, August 18 | 9:45AM | Murchison Chapel Steps Cheer on the incoming 6th grade class as they make the transition from our children’s ministry, crossing the street to be officially welcomed into our youth ministry in the Family Life Center. Meet at 9:45AM (or directly following the 9:00AM worship service) outside […]
Back-to-School Blessing Sunday, August 18 | 9:00 and 11:00AM | Sanctuary During the 9:00AM and 11:00AM worship services, all students, teachers, and administrators will be invited to receive a blessing and a small gift as a tangible reminder of God’s and our congregation’s love and support to carry with them into the new school year. […]
Back-to-Sunday Youth Parent Meeting at Rudy's BBQ Sunday, August 18 | 6:00PM | 2451 South Capital of Texas Highway Parents and students are invited to a casual youth family meal at Rudy’s. While the primary purpose of our time is to mingle and get to know each other and some of our youth volunteers, we will […]
Youth Party Barge Sunday, August 25 | 3:00-7:30PM | Lake Travis Middle and high school students are invited to kick off the school year with an aquatic adventure on Lake Travis! We will be setting "sail" on a two story party barge with a slide and will have burgers and hot dogs. We have limited capacity […]
Engage for Youth Sundays | 4:30-7:00PM | FUMC Family Life CenterYouth—middle school and high school students—dig deeper through fellowship, study, and prayer on Sunday Nights. We will engage our whole selves in discussion, prayer, and worship…plus a meal and a whole lot of fun! Engage meets each week from 4:30PM-7:00PM in the Family Life Center.
Conversations on The Anxious Generation Tuesdays, September 10, 18, 24 | 7:00-8:30PM | ZoomIn The Anxious Generation, social pscychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the nature of modern childhood and describes an epidemic of teen mental illness that has hit the U.S. The book is a call to action, proposing strategies to move us from a “phone […]
Conversations on The Anxious Generation Tuesdays, September 10, 18, 24 | 7:00-8:30PM | ZoomIn The Anxious Generation, social pscychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the nature of modern childhood and describes an epidemic of teen mental illness that has hit the U.S. The book is a call to action, proposing strategies to move us from a “phone […]
Conversations on The Anxious Generation Tuesdays, September 10, 18, 24 | 7:00-8:30PM | ZoomIn The Anxious Generation, social pscychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the nature of modern childhood and describes an epidemic of teen mental illness that has hit the U.S. The book is a call to action, proposing strategies to move us from a “phone […]
Connect for Tweens Friday, September 27 | 6:00-9:00PM | Family Life CenterAll 5th-7th graders are invited to Connect, a time just for tweens! Connect helps kids bridge the transition between child and youth by helping tweens connect with each other and God, while having tons of fun. Together, we will eat dinner, play games, talk […]
Conversations on The Anxious Generation Wednesday, October 2 | 11:30AM-1:00PM | ZoomIn The Anxious Generation, social pscychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the nature of modern childhood. The book is a call to action, prioritizing the mental health of Generations Z and Alpha. Whether you are just beginning to think about having children or you are a […]
Appalachia Service Project Info Meeting and Registration Sunday, October 13 | 12:15PM | FLC Garrison ChapelAll high school youth and their families are invited to learn more about this year's summer service trip with our long-time partner Appalachia Service Project. For more than 40 years, we have sent youth and adults to Appalachia to build […]
Connect for Tweens Friday, October 25 | 6:00-9:00PM | Family Life CenterAll 5th-7th graders are invited to Connect, a time just for tweens! Connect helps kids bridge the transition between child and youth by helping tweens connect with each other and God, while having tons of fun. Together, we will eat dinner, play games, talk […]
Trunk-or-Treat Sunday, October 27 | 12:15-2:00PM | FUMC Parking LotAre you ready to scare up some fun? Decorate your trunk and delight children of all ages as you hand out treats at this year’s Trunk-or-Treat! The church will provide the candy and toys; you provide the trunk and decorations. No one will "boo" if you […]
Pumpkinfest Sunday, November 3 | 4:30-7:00PM | Family Life CenterIt's fall, y'all, and that means we are celebrating the season by inviting middle and high school youth to toss some pumpkins from a parking garage! We are inviting other UMC youth groups to join in on the fun. While we hope to have some extras, […]
Youth Parent Meeting: "It's Not Too Late" Sunday, November 10 | 4:30-7:00PM | FLC Garrison ChapelFirst Church has a deep commitment to the mental health and well-being of our youth. This school year, that includes an ongoing exploration of the arguments and recommended actions in Jonathan Haidt's book, The Anxious Generation. A common refrain from […]
Advent Party Sunday, December 1 | 10:00-10:45AM | FLC Great HallThis year, Advent, the four-week season of expectant waiting and preparation for Christmas that marks the beginning of the Christian year, begins on Sunday, December 1. Take time to celebrate the season at this intergenerational event, which includes food, fellowship, and a chance to participate […]
Connect for Tweens Friday, December 6 | 6:00-9:00PM | Family Life CenterAll 5th-7th graders are invited to Connect, a time just for tweens! Connect helps kids bridge the transition between child and youth by helping tweens connect with each other and God, while having tons of fun. Together, we will eat dinner, play games, talk […]
