Programs and Activities for Youth

Scholarships Available for UM Undergrad Students

Need some help paying for college?

The United Methodist Scholarship Program is a churchwide educational service providing scholarships to help supplement the financial needs of today’s students.

Funding for these scholarships is provided through Special Sundays Offerings, wills, annuities and other designated gifts. Students need to complete only one application each year. Applications are reviewed by members of the United Methodist General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) and other affiliated representatives.

Scholarship applications are accepted January 4 - March 1 each year.

Apply online here.

The following are the standard criteria for EVERY program offered through GBHEM.

• Applicants must be an ACTIVE, full member of The United Methodist Church for at least ONE year. Membership is determined by the date the applicant was confirmed and took membership vows with a United Methodist church. (Members of other Methodist denominations are not eligible.)
• Applicants must be pursuing a degree program at an accredited college or university WITHIN the United States
• High school students may apply IF they will be college students in the fall term.
• Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicants are required to be full-time students according to their school’s standards for the program for which they are enrolled.

More scholarship information from the GBHEM is available here.

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High School Youth Group

We have an active High School (grades 9-12) youth group at First Church .

Sunday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 pm they meet for dinner, fun and fellowship. Group activities include food, movies, lock-ins, and epic games of Mission Impossible.

The youth organize and lead the Easter sunrise service, participate in CROP Walk for the hungry, and go on an annual Sierra Service Project mission trip.

For more information contact our Director of Children and Youth Ministries, Keri Onan-Levy 650-323-6167

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Junior High Youth Group

We have an active Junior High School (grades 6-8) youth group at First Church .

They meet every Sunday evening from 4:00 to 5:00 pm.

For more information contact our Director of Children and Youth Ministries,

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Sunday Morning Fellowship

Eevry Sunday morning from middle school and high school youth gather for fellowship in the Stuart Youth Center from 9:15 am to 10:15 am.

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Worship

Youth are encouraged not only to be in attendance at worship, but also to take an active part in it by reading the opening prayer, acting as Acolytes, and by reading scriptures. They also periodically plan a "Youth Service."

Our primary service is from 10:45 am - 11:45 am.

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Confirmation Class

Bi-annually (in even numbered years) we offer youth who are in grades 6 and higher an opportunity to make an intentional faith decision and commitment.

This involves attendance at a special "Confirmation Class," which consists of several sessions designed to help youth explore their faith in the context of the Christian tradition at a deeper level.

At the end of this process they will make a decision about their faith, write a faith statement, and we hope, make a commitment to join the church.

Contact: Pastor Laurie 650-323-6167 x102

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United Methodist College Loan and Scholarship Programs

Planning for college?

The United Methodist Scholarship and Loan Programs are a churchwide educational service providing scholarships and loans to help supplement the financial needs of today's students. Funding for these scholarships and loans are provided through offerings, wills, annuities, and other designated gifts.

United Methodist Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded on an academic year basis. A student is eligible to receive only one United Methodist scholarship during any one academic year.

United Methodist scholarships are available to undergraduate students at more than 100 United Methodist-related colleges and universities.

Many of the scholarships for graduate students are designated for persons pursuing a degree in theological studies (M.Div., D.Min., Ph.D.),higher education administration or older adults changing their careers.

Scholarships for racial ethnic undergraduate or graduate students and UM students at non UM schools are also available.

The United Methodist Student Loan Program

Who May Borrow?

An applicant must be:
• an active, full member of a United Methodist Church for at least one year prior to applying
• a citizen or permanent resident of the U. S.
• admitted to a degree program in an accredited college/university
• maintaining at least a C average

For further information about the United Methodist scholarship and loan programs visit the United Methodist General Board of Higher Education & Ministry website.

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United Methodist Schools and Colleges

Can't decide where to go to college?

There are 123 educational institutions that are related to The United Methodist Church. They are located in diverse settings across the United States, ranging from rural communities to some of our nation's great cities. From small schools with 200 students to schools with over 15,000 students, these institutions offer rich and creative academic programs.

United Methodist-related educational institutions place student learning, the concern for the community, and the search for values at the center of their programs.

Learn more about United Methodist affiliated schools.

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Retreats

Occasionally the youth groups go on weekend retreats planned by they and their counselors. They also have opportunities to attend denominationally sponsored camps and conferences.

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Permission Slip / Covenant of Conduct

Need a Permission Slip to go on a trip with your youth group but don't have the time to obtain the form at the church?

Don't worry, We now offer it online so you can print it out and go.

Download the Permission Slip

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download the free application

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