Youth Group

Youth Group

Program Resumes: August 17

High School Volunteers Needed: High schoolers are encouraged to volunteer for parking lot duty to support funding for summer trips.

Purposes

  • Foster a sense of community where youth feel they belong and are valued, strengthening connections with each other and God.

  • Provide a safe space to discuss significant life and faith topics, including doubts, fears, hopes, dreams, and questions.

  • Encourage service to the wider community as an expression of faith in action.

Values

  • Trust between youth and leaders.

  • Self-examination and reflection on the world.

  • Active faith through service and participation.

  • Engagement in broader church activities.

  • Support for youth in defining their personal faith.

  • Commitment to hospitality and inclusivity for all.

Goals

  • Build a strong group identity.

  • Engage in active service projects within the local community.

  • Maintain a balanced schedule of service, fellowship, and faith exploration.

Sunday Evening Program

  • Time: 4:30–6:00 PM

  • Location: UPC

  • Details: Regular meetings to connect, discuss, and grow in faith.

Service Events

  • Youth may participate in service events on occasional Saturdays or Sundays, replacing the regular Sunday evening program for that week.

  • Details will be communicated in advance.

Parking Lot Duty

  • Expectation: High school youth are required to assist with parking lot duties on at least 3 UPC home football game days, as this is a primary fundraiser for their summer trips.

Communication

  • To keep families informed about events, changes, and needs, we’ll use email with highlighted summaries of schedules and requirements.

  • Please provide the best contact method for you and/or your child.

  • Prompt responses to event attendance requests are appreciated.

Food

  • Snacks will be provided to tide kids over before dinner.

  • Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or needs.

  • Families may be asked to assist with providing snacks.

 

   

UNIVERSITY PRESBYTERIAN
3240 Dalrymple Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802

(225)383-0345
(225)383-3495 FAX

DAY SCHOOL
(225)344-8077

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