Youth Ministry

The Youth Ministry of Grace Church welcomes and supports our youth and their families, inspires and guides their spiritual growth as followers of Christ, and empowers them to serve the church and the world.

Our Ministry Values

Christian Discipleship: We strive to live Christ-centered lives that reflect the love of God.

Hospitality: We create a Christian community in which all feel welcomed and accepted.

Joy: We embrace laughter, energy, creativity, and humor as expressions of the

bountiful life in Christ

Compassion: We strive to show respect, care and compassion toward ourselves, each

other and all of God's creation.

Outreach/Mission: We commit ourselves and our resources to outreach, service, and ministry.

Wednesday Night Youth Group (YF)

September through May

Join your friends as we gather on Wednesay Nights to get connected with each other and God. We will meet to discuss relevant issues of faith and livng as a follower of Christ. Take part in many fun fellowship activities scheduled throughout the year. some of our ministry projects include annual mission trips, prayer garden, nursing and assisted living facility projects, community service, VBS, and worship team participation.

JYF- 6th-8th Grade

SYF - 9th-12th Grade

Wednesday Night Grace Events

5:00 p.m. GUMppets practice

6:00 p.m. Wed.G.E. meal served

6:30-6:45 Gathering

6:45-8:00 Youth Groups Grades 6-12

MISSION TRIP

JUMYS

GUMppets - Youth Puppet Ministry

Youth grade 6-12 are invited to be part of our puppet ministry. Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. with participation in at least two worship services each month and several community performances. Youth enjoy creating and writing scripts in addition to performing.

Uzone--After school Drop-in and Tutoring Center

Opened in 2007, the Uzone provides an after school community gathering place for youth in grades 6-12. Both adult and peer mentors/tutors show God's love and acceptance to all youth, in addition to providing them with help and encouragement to excel personally and academically. Available to youth are outdoor games, board games, internet access, tutoring, snacks for purchase, music, TV, books and fellowship opportunities.

Summer Tutoring - June-July - is available to youth grades 3-12. The Uzone is located on property adjacent to the Paynesville High/Middle School, at 805 Hwy 55. The telephone is 320-243-9663. Email: uzone@windstream.net