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Our Values
- Respect one another and honor God
- Support each other on our faith journey
- Create a safe space
- Be inclusive
- Share and learn stories of the Bible
FIRSTYOUTH
In our weekly sessions, middle school students learn about the faith and the story of who we are as Christians through studying scripture and hands-on activities including: games, art, videos, and more.
Our High School Ministry is focused largely on creating an informal and safe environment for students to discuss a variety of relevant topics related to their faith and life.
Confirmation
The goal of confirmation is to help students learn about and claim their faith for themselves. Students are expected to meet weekly on Wednesday nights, meet with a mentor a few times, and attend worship services. As a final project, they will write a statement of faith using their thoughts on the material covered throughout the year. Students will have the opportunity to be confirmed and recognized as adult members of the church.
Connect nights are ways for youth to build community and learn more about each other through a variety of fun games and activities.
Grow nights are a time to deepen our understanding of God and grow in our faith through study of scripture and reflection on our daily lives.
Serve nights are opportunities to put faith in action by tackling various projects and partnering with organizations already doing God’s great work.
Events
DakYouth
2024 Information: October 11-13 in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
DAKYOUTH is an annual youth event like no other and is for both middle school and high school youth in the Dakotas Conference. Youth gather from all around the conference to learn about leadership, discipleship, and service. There are engaging speakers, workshops, inspiring worship, and fun entertainment for all to enjoy. Click HERE for more information.
Winter Connection
2025 Information: January 24-25 in Fargo, North Dakota.
Winter Connection is an annual event for middle school and high school youth sponsored by the Dakotas Conference Council on Youth Ministry (CCYM.) Winter Connection is an opportunity for youth to gather, share, worship, and serve others. Each year there is a focus on a particular theme and scripture along with a unique and important component of service. Click HERE for more information.
Confirmation Camp
2025 Information: February 21-22 at Lake Poinsett Camp in Arlington, South Dakota.
Confirmation Camp is a time where youth experience connections with God and fellow United Methodist’s as we come together from across the Dakotas Conference. Our learning, studying, and fun will revolve around United Methodist topics such as the sacraments, grace, the Wesleyan Quadrilateral, and the membership vows we take as we are confirmed into our local church. All First Church Confirmands are required to attend.
Summer Mission Trip
2025 Information: June 21-26 in Chicago, Illinois.
Youth will grow and witness God’s love through service opportunities in the Windy City of Chicago. We will partner with Praying Pelicans Missions to guide our time of service during the week.
Leadership Training Camp (LTC)
2025 Information: Dates TBD at Lake Poinsett Camp in Arlington, South Dakota.
This camp rocks with a rich tradition and celebration of our Christian faith. Our focus is on youth leadership in our church and world while celebrating God’s unconditional love, sharing in high-energy worship, studying aspects of faith, and leadership. It is a week filled with laughter, praise, wacky Olympics, and fun.
